2017 Ford Escape: backup camera failure

Filed Oct 24, 2025 · Electrical · NY

Backup Camera display had lines then went blue and black. Backup camera no longer detected

Filed Dec 21, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · TX

I was stopped at a red light, in Drive, when the car suddenly died. All the screens went black and the engine cut. I was also unable to use my electric locks or hazard lights. The car was eventually jumped, driven to a mechanic for the alternator and battery checked, with battery changed. Since receiving my car back with new battery, the media console does not work. Buttons illuminate but don't do anything, screen only shows time/date/temperature and backup camera. No SYNC, radio, bluetooth, CDs. Ford support attempted multiple resets with no change.

Filed Apr 1, 2022 · Driver assistance · 68,000 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image was blurry with a warning message indicating that the rearview camera was not functioning properly. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there was no open recall associated to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.

Filed Mar 26, 2021 · Driver assistance · 44,130 miles · CT

Every once in a while the sync3 system and infomat fails. I lose nav, back up camera, climate control, radio, and handsfree phone control. Took it to the dealership and they said apim needed replacement. Called usual mechanic who say a recall for apim on older models and allot of replacement on my year of escape. Has happened 5 times since purchase in december

Filed Sep 30, 2020 · Driver assistance · 34,000 miles · MI

The backup camera will occasionally go dark or black and white. I have tried to replicate the issue. However, it happens randomly. It is clean and free of water and dirt

Filed Nov 13, 2018 · 7,700 miles · CA

Rear camera audible warning for pedestrians does not detect person further that 5 feet from the back of the car. System used to warn if a pedestrian was present at a much greater distance from back of car. Ford dealer believes 5 feet is acceptable when took into service with this concern.