Rear Camera Eyesore

[guernsej]

It's helpful to most people and even if it wasn't required, who cares. It's completely trivial in both cost and looks.

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[Corsair]

Nothing, just seems like 90% of the times nowadays, people are using it wrong. You didn’t.

 

[Fuzion2Bronco]

Rear cameras have been required by NHTSA since May 2018. So no there is no way to not get one. Guess you could always remove it. But who knows what other issues that may cause.

You also have to take into consideration that the models seen so far are essentialy prototypes. The final look of the backup camera might not look like it does now once the Bronco goes into production.

I think the Car won't pass the inspection if the rear camera is missing.

 

[pat86323]

If that is the thing that bothers you, you should probably count yourself lucky. It really isnt that big of a deal, and i think eyesore is a bit dramatic. Im sure that there will be a cover over it with a bronco logo or something, if not, the aftermarket will almost certainly offer a cover.

 

[Sammy7]

The issue is there aren‘t a lot of options to move it to without sacrificing functionality. The only realistic option would be attaching it to the third brake light, but even then you’d have to bring it out far enough so the tire won’t obstruct the view.

 

[Daktari]

it's a bit long on the pre-production models we've seen, but I doubt I'll ever notice it after seeing it the first time. Odd they don't mount it lower on the bumper, but once I saw it I'm pretty sure I'll forget it's there. Thought it's odd on the Wrangler too, but what ever, I'm just glad it has one. I added a wireless one to my Tacoma once I almost backed into a tiny flat sporty car behind me that I could not see in any of my mirrors.

 

[Solfive]

I agree it’s hideous and pray Ford has a better solution for production models. I personally don’t think the lack of the nub would make removing or installing the spare more difficult...that’s what the studs are for. That being said, I’m happy backup cams are mandatory these days even though I’m not comfortable solely relying on them.

 

[deejaybee]

Anyone else think this "nub" of a camera is an eyesore? I see it's standard on all the models, any way to get one without it?

They are required by law

 

[Garemlin]

I think the Car won't pass the inspection if the rear camera is missing.

Good possibility. But I was thinking more along the lines with screwing with something electrical if you disconnect it.

 

[Wanted33]

Here's how I took care of the one on my JL. But, to be honest it really didn't bother me in the first place. It's gotta stick out some to see past the tire, and the rear mounted tire is what most all of us wanted on the new Bronco.

 

[Corsair]

I think the Car won't pass the inspection if the rear camera is missing.

All this talk of inspections on this forum makes me feel a tiny bit better about CA.

 

[MadMan4BamaNATL]

Why is your rear mounted tire bouncing around when it's bolted on?

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Another thing to consider is most Ford vehicles with front/rear cameras now have washer nozzles that pop out and clean the camera when you clean the windshield. I know we saw it on the front camera. I wouldn't be surprised if the back camera has a washer too.

The entire vehicle is bouncing around and bolted on or not, physics indicate there will be wear as weight shifts with the effects of motion and gravity. This is why there are reinforced tire carriers offered by Jeep, Land Rover, or any other manufacturer who allow for tires to be carried on the tailgate.

larger, heavier tires will wear this part during off road applications. At this point, we know nothing about the strength of the carrier, so I'm expressing hope for a way to make it more rugged to carry 37" tires and still have a good placement for the backup camera.

 

[JayKrup]

Or Just delete it.

 

[mtap]

I’m eventually putting a different set of rims so definitely won’t be covering the spare. Not going to delete either...so relocating it will be the only option..

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