Back up camera

[SgtDon]

I have a 2016 S550 Convertible
Backup camera only works when it wants,
I want it to work every time I put the car in reverse.

HELP
DON

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[whizkidder]

There is a recall for the backup cameras/trunk wiring on some cars. My 2017 vert is included, but since the camera has always worked, I haven’t taken it in for the recall.

Campaign/NHTSA#
22S06/22V082
Issue Date
2022-02-16
Description
On your vehicle, the rear view camera could intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
Safety Risk
.a rear view camera that intermittently displays a blank or distorted image may reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Parts are now available to repair your vehicle for all MY2016-2017 and a limited number of MY2015 2015MY owners will receive a parts available owner letter advising them to schedule a service appointment. Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to inspect and repair the luggage compartment lid wiring harness as necessary free of charge parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your local dealer and schedule a maintenance appointment. To find your local dealer, use the "find a dealer" feature below.

 

[Bitten in '69]

They've had rear camera issues with a couple of different models. With the others it was wires breaking at the point of transition between trunk and trunk lid. If your's is covered by a recall or TSB, great. If not, the area I mentioned is where you can start looking for problems.

 

[Crew4991]

Hey OP I highly suggest you checking your VIN to see if you are eligible for the backup camera recall. This was a known issue that affected many cars. I'm sure this is your issue.

 

[PSI]

You can also fix it yourself if you're so inclined. It is just because the wires are a little too short, so they get tugged on when the trunk is opened. I repaired mine about a year ago when my screen started cutting out a bit. Its pretty easy to do, though there is one wire that is a very fine gauge that is a bit difficult to work with. I used butt connectors and added a bit of length to the wires, then wrapped it all up with electrical tape and friction tape. Looks pretty much OEM.

 

[Brigadir]

You can also fix it yourself if you're so inclined. It is just because the wires are a little too short, so they get tugged on when the trunk is opened. I repaired mine about a year ago when my screen started cutting out a bit. Its pretty easy to do, though there is one wire that is a very fine gauge that is a bit difficult to work with. I used butt connectors and added a bit of length to the wires, then wrapped it all up with electrical tape and friction tape. Looks pretty much OEM.

By any chance do you have some photos of your fix?

 

[PSI]

By any chance do you have some photos of your fix?

I don’t have any of it in process, but when I get home if I remember I’ll snap a picture of the final product.

 

[PSI]

Ok maybe not quite OEM look but most people probably wouldn’t notice anything. You could always get some of the mesh stuff and put that over it to make the repair disappear.
It was worth it to not deal with the dealer

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