I have read through this thread and others like it since my problem(s) began to occur just out of warranty. My 2012 Ford Edge Sport AWD has had the back-up camera problem for over a year. It works on initial start up, but eventually blacks out while backing up, or continues display when driving forward until a certain time/speed turns it off. Eventually, the "Camera Unavailable-See Dealer" message appears. Pulling the PITA fuse (#32) restores the function, but only temporarily. My dealer, Windward Ford in Kailua, HI, has charged me $140 to diagnose a "camera problem"- which is BS, since the picture is perfect when it works. I believe it to be an APIM problem, since the camera works fine, until it does not come on, or stays on when driving forward. I have the latest SYNCH software installed.
Also, exactly like another gripe thread I read on this forum, the passenger side front door "Door Ajar" light comes on intermittently, even when the door is closed tight. The dome lights stay on and run down the battery, if it is not noticed during bright daytime light levels. Both issues are a defect in the design, which causes operation and indication symptoms when the actual hardware is not at fault. I have answered a class action lawsuit over the Door Ajar issue, it has already been filed.
Can anyone provide any context or information related to these issues?
Thank you in advance.
Gerry Mansell