BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
2015 Ford Flex
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 117 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2015 Ford Flex, most frequently naming the driver assistance, steering and fuel system categories. 4 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 54 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2015 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun 2016 | 3 | 4 |
| Jul 2016 | 3 | 7 |
| Aug 2016 | 1 | 8 |
| Sep 2016 | 3 | 11 |
| Dec 2016 | 1 | 12 |
| Mar 2017 | 1 | 13 |
| Jun 2017 | 2 | 15 |
| Jul 2017 | 3 | 18 |
| Aug 2017 | 2 | 20 |
| Oct 2017 | 1 | 21 |
| Dec 2017 | 1 | 22 |
| Mar 2018 | 1 | 23 |
| Jul 2018 | 1 | 24 |
| Aug 2018 | 2 | 26 |
| Oct 2018 | 3 | 29 |
| Dec 2018 | 1 | 30 |
| Jan 2019 | 2 | 32 |
| Mar 2019 | 1 | 33 |
| Jun 2019 | 3 | 36 |
| Oct 2019 | 1 | 37 |
| Dec 2019 | 1 | 38 |
| Jan 2020 | 1 | 39 |
| Apr 2020 | 1 | 40 |
| Jul 2020 | 2 | 42 |
| Aug 2020 | 1 | 43 |
| Sep 2020 | 3 | 46 |
| Oct 2020 | 2 | 48 |
| Mar 2021 | 1 | 49 |
| Apr 2021 | 1 | 50 |
| May 2021 | 3 | 53 |
| Jul 2021 | 2 | 55 |
| Aug 2021 | 1 | 56 |
| Sep 2021 | 1 | 57 |
| Jul 2022 | 3 | 60 |
| Dec 2022 | 1 | 61 |
| Jan 2023 | 1 | 62 |
| May 2023 | 1 | 63 |
| Jul 2023 | 1 | 64 |
| Mar 2024 | 1 | 65 |
| Aug 2024 | 1 | 66 |
| Oct 2024 | 1 | 67 |
| Jan 2025 | 3 | 70 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | 71 |
| May 2025 | 4 | 75 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | 76 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | 77 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | 79 |
| Sep 2025 | 4 | 83 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | 85 |
| Feb 2026 | 5 | 90 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | 93 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | 96 |
| Jun 2026 | 4 | 100 |
| Aug 2026 | 5 | 105 |
| Sep 2026 | 5 | 110 |
| Oct 2026 | 6 | 116 |
| Nov 2026 | 1 | 117 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Driver assistance3830.9%
- Steering1915.4%
- Fuel system1814.6%
- Electrical1310.6%
- Engine118.9%
- Powertrain (other)118.9%
- Suspension75.7%
- Visibility21.6%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
4 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govSUSPENSION:REAR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera image was upside down. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11775440
- Incident
- Nov 3, 2026
- Mileage
- 107,000 mi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V69500 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. While reversing, the rear-view camera displayed an upside-down image. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was 140,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11773256
- Incident
- Oct 13, 2025
- Mileage
- 140,000 mi
Backup camera doesn't work all the time
- NHTSA ID
- 11773214
- Incident
- May 15, 2015
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part needed to complete the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was blank with the "Camera Not Available" message, inverted or distorted with lines. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a rearview camera failure was diagnosed and camera replacement was required. The dealer confirmed that the parts were unavailable and offered to perform the repair at the contact's expense. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide a remedy for the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
- NHTSA ID
- 11772212
- Incident
- Apr 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera displayed a blank image, a blue image, a distorted image, or the message “Camera Unavailable” was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was notified several times of the failure, and the contact was informed that the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided similar information that was provided by the dealer.
- NHTSA ID
- 11769548
- Incident
- Mar 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera was intermittently inoperable. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11769541
- Incident
- Oct 7, 2025
- Mileage
- 82,000 mi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while shifted in reverse, the rear-view camera failed to display a clear image. The local dealer was contacted on a separate occasion, and the rearview camera was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11769275
- Incident
- Dec 15, 2024
- Mileage
- 130,000 mi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the part to be available. While in reverse, the back over prevention camera displayed an inverted image. However, within the past 3 months, the camera failed to operate as needed and displayed the message, “Camera Unavailable”. The dealer was contacted several times. The dealer informed the contact that parts would be available in April and then stated June. The dealer most recently informed the contact that only Mustangs were being repaired, and there was no ETA when parts would be available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11766417
- Incident
- Oct 13, 2025
- Mileage
- 98,000 mi
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY
Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module (BCM). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applicable master code for the accessory wireless keypad. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is not available, the "Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide" can be referenced and provides direction on how to retrieve the master code. This guide is located under the Workshop Manual tab > Accessories > Installation > Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide > PPT C > Step C2.<br /><br /> Note: The only available keypad for some vehicles from the assembly plant is the accessory wireless keyless entry keypad. The integrated wired keypad cannot be installed on vehicles not equipped from the factory with a wired keyless entry k
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in the Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) or in Section 303-14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated to address this concern.
While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.
EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.
POWER TRAIN
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breaking and engine damage. Replacement of the bolt is critical to the repair and accurately following the installation procedure in the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section, 303-01 is extremely important. The bolt torque procedure can be found in the crankshaft front seal removal and installation procedure or in the engine assembly procedure.
STRUCTURE
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist. Swapping a module from a vehicle or ordering a module using a different vehicle/VIN can cause ineffective repairs and additional vehicle down time. Make sure all appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures are followed when diagnosing the condition prior to all module replacements and only order modules using the correct VIN.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
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Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.