Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 625,000 vehicles across two of its most popular lineups, the Mustang and Super Duty trucks, to address potential defects involving seatbelt systems and rearview camera displays.
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Two Separate Issues, Two Model Lines
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall includes 332,778 Ford Mustangs affected by a possible seatbelt-related malfunction, along with 291,901 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty models affected by rearview camera display problems.
The Mustang Seatbelt Issue
For the Mustang recall, Ford says seatbelt pretensioners, the mechanisms responsible for tightening seatbelts during a collision, may not function correctly under certain conditions, potentially increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The Super Duty Camera Issue
The Super Duty recall stems from an image processing module software issue that could cause the rearview camera display to go blank or show a distorted image, reducing visibility while reversing.
Repair Process
Ford will update the camera system software and inspect seatbelt components at no cost to owners, with dealers determining whether additional seatbelt repairs are necessary. Ford has not reported any crashes or injuries connected to either issue but is urging affected owners to respond promptly to recall notices.
How Owners Can Check Their Vehicle
Owners can verify whether their vehicle is included in the recall by visiting NHTSA.gov/recalls or contacting Ford customer service with their Vehicle Identification Number.
A Reminder About Complexity in Modern Vehicles
With both the Mustang and Super Duty ranking among Ford’s top-selling models, the recall illustrates how even high-volume, well-established vehicles remain susceptible to software and component issues as vehicles become increasingly reliant on electronic systems.