Ford Motor Company: Safety Recalls in 2021
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 54 safety recalls made by Ford Motor Company in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C36)
Improperly Attached Rear Seat Belts/FMVSS 208, 210
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
NHTSA ID: 21V979000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 2,622
Consequence Summary:
Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C36.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.49
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C37)
Side Curtain Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang vehicles. The side curtain air bag inflators may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in improper air bag inflation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 226, "Ejection Mitigation," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."
NHTSA ID: 21V980000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 93
Consequence Summary:
An air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on February 3, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C37.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 72.04
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S52)
Radar Module Misaligned
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.
NHTSA ID: 21V982000
Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
# of Units Affected: 839
Consequence Summary:
A misaligned radar module may prevent the vehicle from maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles when adaptive cruise control is active. In addition, the automatic emergency braking (AEB) system may react slowly, or not react at all, during a pre-collision assist braking event. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will adjust the angle of the cruise control radar module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S52.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.76
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S53)
Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. The tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.
NHTSA ID: 21V983000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
# of Units Affected: 57,591
Consequence Summary:
Unexpected tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches, free of charge. An interim notification letter was mailed January 31, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S53.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 62.5
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S56)
Damaged Driveshaft May Fracture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
NHTSA ID: 21V986000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 184,698
Consequence Summary:
A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.87
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C35)
Fuel Tank Damage/FMVSS 301
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tank may have been damaged by drill holes during the installation of the spray-in bed-liner. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
NHTSA ID: 21V976000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 5,456
Consequence Summary:
A damaged fuel tank may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C35.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 67.98
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 16S35)
Panoramic Roof Panel May Separate from Vehicle
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which may result in the panel separating from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 21V977000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 311
Consequence Summary:
Panoramic roof panel separation while driving can increase the risk of an injury or crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 16V-695. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S35.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 32.26
December 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S54)
Driveshaft May Separate
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD). The bolts that attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case may become loose or damaged, which can result in separation of the driveshaft from the transfer case.
NHTSA ID: 21V978000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4,548
Consequence Summary:
Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or unintended movement while parked if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft bolts. If any loose bolts are found, the driveshaft, attachment hardware, transfer case flange kit, and seal will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S54.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.38
November 24, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S49)
Air Bag Cover May Break Apart During Crash
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250 and F-350 vehicles. The strength of the driver-side air bag cover may be insufficient.
NHTSA ID: 21V923000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
During a crash, the air bag cover may break apart and project fragments towards occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S49.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80
November 23, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C31)
Reduced Braking Performance/FMVSS 135
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 21V922000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 114,666
Consequence Summary:
During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C31.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.55
November 10, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S48)
High Voltage Battery May Fail
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 Escape vehicle equipped with a 2.5L hybrid powertrain. The high voltage battery may fail, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
NHTSA ID: 21V869000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
A dealer will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. The owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S48.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 10, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S47)
Incorrect Components in Rear Suspension Module
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. Incorrect rear suspension module components may have been installed due to a labeling error.
NHTSA ID: 21V870000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 20
Consequence Summary:
A rear suspension module with incorrect components may affect vehicle handling, ride height, and braking characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the rear suspension module, and replace any incorrect parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S47.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85
October 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C26)
Front Door Side Impact Sensors Damaged/FMVSS 214
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, 2021 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may have been damaged during supplier assembly, which can cause the side impact air bags to not deploy properly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
NHTSA ID: 21V805000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 777
Consequence Summary:
An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C26.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.33
October 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S46)
Inadequate Bonding on Moonroof Glass Panel
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 21V809000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 1,036
Consequence Summary:
A detached glass panel can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass date code and replace the glass, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S46.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.73
October 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C25)
Seat Belt Routed Incorrectly/FMVSS 208 & 209
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab vehicles. The front passenger outboard seat belt may not have been assembled properly, allowing the seat belt to be misrouted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
NHTSA ID: 21V811000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 47,683
Consequence Summary:
A misrouted seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will provide owners with instructions to perform a preliminary inspection of their front seat belts. Owners that detect an issue with the driver's seat belt, are unsure of the results, or do not want to perform an inspection, should not drive their vehicles and contact a Ford dealership. Dealers will inspect the front row outboard seat belts and replace them, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 5, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C25.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 73.43
October 1, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C23)
Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco vehicles. During passenger air bag deployment, an air bag vent could open prematurely and result in an improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 21V770000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 553
Consequence Summary:
Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on November 24, 2021. A second notice announcing the remedy is available was sent on July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C23.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.82
September 30, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C24)
Child Seat May Not Attach Properly/FMVSS 225
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ranger Super Cab vehicles equipped with rear seats containing fixed head restraints. The fixed head restraints may interfere with proper installation of certain types of child seats. Additionally, the child seat may not attach properly to the lower-rear anchors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."
NHTSA ID: 21V765000
Component: CHILD SEAT
# of Units Affected: 37,625
Consequence Summary:
An improperly attached child seat can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the rear-lower child restraint anchorages for correct alignment and adjust as necessary. Separately, dealers will replace the non-removable head restraints with removable head restraints, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 5, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C24.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.32
September 22, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S44)
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
NHTSA ID: 21V735000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 228,297
Consequence Summary:
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will update the Image Processing Module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S44.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 22, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S43)
Rear Suspension Toe Link Fracture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Explorer vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. These vehicles may be equipped with a cross-axis ball joint (CABJ) replacement part that could seize, and result in a fracture of the outboard section of the rear suspension toe link.
NHTSA ID: 21V746000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 150,723
Consequence Summary:
A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealer will inspect for the presence of a CABJ. If a CABJ of any design is found, the dealer will inspect the tightness of the CABJ, and replace the CABJ, knuckle, and/or toe link as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed November 10, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S43.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 47.67
September 14, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S42)
Inadequate Panoramic Roof Glass Panel Bonding
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The vehicle's panoramic roof glass panel may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach.
NHTSA ID: 21V712000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 13,544
Consequence Summary:
A roof panel that separates from a vehicle can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will apply additional urethane adhesive, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S42.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.91
September 14, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C22)
Inadequate Front Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
NHTSA ID: 21V711000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 17,692
Consequence Summary:
A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C22.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.36
August 23, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C20)
Front Seatbelt Webbing Routed Incorrectly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.
NHTSA ID: 21V653000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 16,430
Consequence Summary:
A misrouted seatbelt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised to perform a preliminary self-inspection of the front seatbelts. If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not use the passenger seat until the repair is performed. If the driver-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not drive their vehicle until the repair is performed. Dealers will inspect the front seatbelts and, if the webbing is misrouted, will replace the seatbelt retractor and pretensioner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C20.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.81
August 23, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C19)
Side Air Bag Weld Stud May Fail/FMVSS 214
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, "Side Impact Protection".
NHTSA ID: 21V652000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 592
Consequence Summary:
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C19.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 82.09
August 11, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S39)
Parking Brake Cable May Fail
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
NHTSA ID: 21V631000
Component: PARKING BRAKE
# of Units Affected: 30
Consequence Summary:
Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.67
August 10, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S38)
Fuel Delivery Module May Leak
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall.
NHTSA ID: 21V625000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 13,773
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters (remedy not available) were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S38.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.82
July 30, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C18)
Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Transit and 2021 Transit Connect vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 21V592000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 42,493
Consequence Summary:
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assembly, and replace the assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C18.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.76
July 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S33)
Electronic Brake Booster May Leak Into ECU
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The electronic brake booster may leak brake fluid into the electronic control unit, which could result in reduced braking performance.
NHTSA ID: 21V533000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 56
Consequence Summary:
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S33.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 53.57
July 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S31)
Driveshaft May Separate
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-350 Super Duty pickup trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines and Dana model 275 rear axles. The rear axle housing may not support the load of the pickup truck and deform, which could result in driveshaft separation.
NHTSA ID: 21V536000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 27,604
Consequence Summary:
Driveshaft separation may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the axle housing for deformities, and repair or replace the housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall 21S31.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75.96
July 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S32)
Rear Suspension Toe Link Fracture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Explorer vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Exposure to road salt can cause the cross-axis ball joint to corrode and seize, resulting in a fracture of the outboard section of the rear suspension toe link.
NHTSA ID: 21V537000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 631,176
Consequence Summary:
A rear toe-link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the cross-axis ball joint (CABJ) knuckle, and replace the rear suspension toe links, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall numbers 16V-245, 19V-435, and 20V-675. Certain vehicles previously repaired will need to return for the new remedy. An interim notification letter notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 16, 2022. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S32.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.79
July 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S34)
Unsecured Wire Harness
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0L gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (A/C) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the A/C compressor drive belt.
NHTSA ID: 21V534000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 33,298
Consequence Summary:
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the harness and A/C compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S34.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.18
May 29, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S28)
Damaged Steering Gear May Cause Steering Loss
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear may have internal damage, which could result in difficulty steering, or the inability to rotate the steering wheel while driving.
NHTSA ID: 21V407000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 223
Consequence Summary:
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the repair is complete. Vehicles will be towed in for service, and dealers will remove and replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S28.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 99.1
May 25, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S26)
Wheel Hub Extenders may be Improperly Attached
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels and front wheel hub extenders. The front wheel hub extenders may be improperly attached to the front rotor hub assemblies, which could result in separation of the wheels and wheel extenders from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 21V390000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 17,616
Consequence Summary:
A detached wheel and wheel extender can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Owners are instructed not to drive their vehicles until the torque of the wheel extender nuts can be verified. Dealers will inspect and tighten the front wheel hub extender nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S26.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 94.86
May 24, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S24)
Unintentional Rollaway Due to Detached Shift Cable
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
NHTSA ID: 21V376000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 192,080
Consequence Summary:
A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S24.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 66.49
May 24, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C13)
Driver's Seatbelt Assembly Malfunction
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Edge vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not function correctly when activated during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 21V377000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 82
Consequence Summary:
A seatbelt assembly that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C13.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.02
May 24, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S23)
Fifth Wheel Bracket May Detach While Towing
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-350 and F-450 vehicles equipped with a fifth wheel left-hand mounting bracket that may be cracked.
NHTSA ID: 21V379000
Component: TRAILER HITCHES
# of Units Affected: 1,796
Consequence Summary:
A cracked mounting bracket could result in the fifth wheel detaching from the vehicle while towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the mounting bracket, and replace the bracket if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S23.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 79.73
May 24, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S25)
Two-Piece Driveshafts May Disconnect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The two-piece driveshafts may have been improperly assembled, which could result in driveshaft separation.
NHTSA ID: 21V381000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4,436
Consequence Summary:
Driveshaft separation may result in a sudden loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the driveshaft, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S25.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.15
May 7, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S21)
Warped Axle Flange May Fracture Wheel Studs
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Transit T150, T250, T350 vehicles equipped with aluminum alloy wheels. The wheel mounting surface of the axle flange may be warped and cause the wheel studs to fracture.
NHTSA ID: 21V324000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 2,503
Consequence Summary:
Fractured studs may allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the rear axle shaft assembly, axle shaft mounting bolts, and rear wheel lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S21.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.57
May 5, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S22)
Roof Rail Covers May Detach
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 21V316000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 616,967
Consequence Summary:
A detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will install push-pins and replace any damaged rail clips and roof rail covers, as necessary, free of charge. The interim owner notification letter was mailed on June 22, 2021. Owner notification letters (remedy available) were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S22.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 70.98
March 30, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C09)
Loss of Backup Camera Image/FMVSS 111
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
NHTSA ID: 21V223000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 34,952
Consequence Summary:
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C09.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.26
March 24, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S17)
Inadequate Rear Axle Lubrication
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. An inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear wheel bearing damage and bearing seizure, and rear axle or driveshaft failure.
NHTSA ID: 21V202000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 16,128
Consequence Summary:
Failure of the rear axle or driveshaft may cause the loss of motive power, failure of the parking brake, and the inability to shift the transmission into "PARK," increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the rear wheel bearings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S17.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 79.85
March 12, 2021
(Campaign #: 20S62)
Rear Suspension Toe Link Fracture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Explorer vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin that were previously repaired under a prior recall numbers 16V-245 or 19V-435. The outboard section of a rear suspension toe link may fracture.
NHTSA ID: 20V675000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 454,941
Consequence Summary:
A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross-axis ball joint (CABJ) knuckle attached to the rear suspension toe link and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S62.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.55
March 10, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S11)
Rear Lower Control Arm Bolts May Break
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
NHTSA ID: 21V154000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 49
Consequence Summary:
Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.8
March 10, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S10)
Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
NHTSA ID: 21V155000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 15,769
Consequence Summary:
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S10.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 45.69
March 10, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S12)
Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion, Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 21V158000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 2,602,668
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 9, 2021 for the passenger side, and November 14, 2022 for the driver side. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S12.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 33.77
March 5, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S09)
Loose Subframe Bolts
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front subframe bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, which could result in loose bolts.
NHTSA ID: 21V140000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 1,258
Consequence Summary:
Loose subframe bolts may reduce the vehicle's performance in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front subframe bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S09.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.78
February 18, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S06)
Tire And Loading Information Label Incorrect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-Super Duty F350 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine, single rear wheels (SRW), 4X4 Crew Cab, Long Box, and a 12k or 12.4k Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. These vehicles may display overstated payload capacity values on the Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) Label, overstated Accessory Reserve Capacity (ARC) values on the Safety Certification Label, and overstated weight values on the Truck Camper Loading Documentation. If the vehicle is loaded to the payload stated on the TREAD label, it may exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and overload the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 21V087000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 9,979
Consequence Summary:
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire and Loading Information Label, Safety Certification Label, and the Truck Camper Loading Document (if applicable), free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S06.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 59.48
February 18, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C06)
Inadequate Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
NHTSA ID: 21V090000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 79,017
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 64.02
February 17, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S05)
Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 21V076000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 144,340
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 36.18
February 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S05)
Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 21V081000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1,067
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 42.83
February 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S03)
Incorrect Front Lower Control Arms
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. These vehicles may have been produced with incorrect front lower control arms.
NHTSA ID: 21V074000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 106
Consequence Summary:
An incorrect lower control arm may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a rollover crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front lower control arms, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S03.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.23
February 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S04)
Missing or Loose Rear Suspension Bolts
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The rear suspension subframe assembly may have loose or missing bolts.
NHTSA ID: 21V075000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 1,638
Consequence Summary:
Loose or missing bolts may affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. It could also reduce the vehicle's performance in a rear impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts, and secure or replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S04.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.07
February 16, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S05)
Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain air bag inflator and/or module replacement service parts that may have been used as part of a collision repair. The parts include certain driver-side air bag inflators and/or modules, designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang and Mustang GT500. It also includes certain passenger-side air bag inflators and/or modules designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang, 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, 2010-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2011 Ford Ranger, and 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX vehicles. Please see Ford's recall report for the specific part numbers. These parts may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 21E013000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 249
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify dealers that purchased the affected parts, and dealers will provide replacement parts to purchasers, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
January 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21C01)
Contaminated Washer Fluid/FMVSS 104
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The affected vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
NHTSA ID: 21V014000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 283
Consequence Summary:
A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush out the washer system, replacing the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor and the front and rear wiper blades. Dealers will also inspect and repair the vehicle's paint and exterior components if affected, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C01.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.99
January 15, 2021
(Campaign #: 21S02)
Inadequate Lubrication In Rear Drive Unit
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
NHTSA ID: 21V011000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 147
Consequence Summary:
If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.92
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