Ford has initiated recalls for nearly 625,000 F-Series Super Duty trucks and Mustang sports cars due to two distinct safety-related defects. The first recall targets 2020-2022 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty models equipped with the 360 View Camera System, which suffers from a software flaw that can render the rearview camera display too dark or too light, impairing driver visibility. The second recall affects 2015-2017 Ford Mustang models, where a design issue can cause the seatbelt anchor pretensioner cable to corrode and fail when exposed to salt water, a common occurrence in snowy climates.

These actions are part of a broader pattern of significant quality control challenges for the automaker in 2025. During the third quarter of the year, Ford accounted for nearly 60% of all vehicle recalls, affecting over five million of its vehicles. The company is providing remedies for both the F-Series and Mustang issues free of charge through its dealership network.

Context: Ford's Persistent Quality Control Challenges in 2025

The latest recalls of F-Series and Mustang models occur within a larger context of widespread quality control issues for Ford throughout 2025. The company's performance in this area has been notable, setting it apart from competitors.

• Record-Setting Recalls: Ford broke previous records for the highest number of recalls issued by an automaker within the first six months of 2025.

• Dominant Share of Recalls: In the third quarter of 2025, Ford's recalls accounted for nearly 60% of all vehicles recalled by car companies.

• Volume of Affected Vehicles: Over five million Ford vehicles were impacted by recalls in Q3 2025 alone. For comparison, the next closest manufacturer was Stellantis, with 802,383 affected vehicles during the same period.

• Recurring Issues: A significant number of the company's recalls have centered on camera software problems affecting a variety of mode