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Campaign 22V252 Posted April 14, 2022 21,904 units

2019 Ford F-Series Recall 22V252: Rear Camera Defect

Recall 22V252 covers 21,904 2019 Ford F-150 and Super Duty trucks for blank or distorted rearview-camera images. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.

Ford is recalling 21,904 2019 F-150, F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd trucks because a poor electrical connection can make the rearview camera show a blank or distorted image. That reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle and increases crash risk; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The rearview camera on the 2019 Ford F-150, F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd is the camera mounted at the back of the truck that sends the image to the in-cab display when reversing. It helps the driver see the area directly behind the vehicle, where mirrors alone leave a blind spot. That rear visibility system depends on a steady electrical connection inside the camera.

On affected trucks, the female terminals in the camera's circuit-board header were deformed when the matching male pins were inserted. Those terminals are small contact points that hold the electrical path closed. Once they move past their designed shape, the connection becomes unstable, so the rearview image can go blank or appear distorted during a backup maneuver.

There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices is the camera screen showing a blank or distorted image when reverse is selected.

Who's affected?

All listed truck lines use Ford's JC3T-19G490-AC park assist camera in this recall.

2019 Ford F-450 Sd Camera
2019 Ford F-350 Sd Camera
2019 Ford F-250 Sd Camera
2019 Ford F-150 Camera
2019 Ford F-550 Sd Camera
Units affected21,904

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

A blank or distorted rearview camera image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle and increases crash risk while backing up. Use mirrors, turn your head to check behind the vehicle, and schedule the camera replacement soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Ford F-450 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-250 Sd, F-150, or F-550 Sd is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free rearview-camera replacement that fixes the blank or distorted image.
  3. Bring Ford's recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 22V252 when you call.
  4. Use your mirrors and turn to check behind the truck until the camera repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the rearview camera covered by recall 22V252. The repair restores the camera connection so the display no longer goes blank or distorted from that poor electrical connection. Replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through Ford's original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program, because warranty coverage provides the free repair for this concern. Ask the Ford service desk how warranty coverage applies to prior repair paperwork.

ReimbursementWarranty coverage applies

Timeline

April 14, 2022 NHTSA published the recall
April 20, 2022 Dealer notification began
April 20, 2022 Dealer notification ended
May 16, 2022 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
June 2, 2022 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V252?

Recall 22V252 covers 21,904 2019 Ford F-150, F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-450 Sd, and F-550 Sd vehicles with a rearview camera connection issue. The camera can show a blank or distorted image, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk.

What should I do if my 2019 Ford F-450 Sd, F-350 Sd, F-250 Sd, F-150, or F-550 Sd is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V252. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the rearview camera replacement. Reference recall 22V252 and Ford recall number 20C19 when you call. The repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ford dealers will replace the rearview camera free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Ford dealer.

Is it safe to drive with this rearview camera recall?

The recall does not include do-not-drive instructions. The safety issue is that a blank or distorted rearview camera image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle and increases crash risk. Use direct mirrors and extra care while backing up until the camera is replaced.

When were owners notified about recall 22V252?

Ford mailed owner notification letters on June 2, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Ford truck is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer for the free camera replacement.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V252000
Ford customer service1-866-436-7332
NHTSA recall #22V252
NHTSA recall # (full)22V252000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →