NHTSA recall 21V-381: Power Train

Ford Motor Company · Reported May 24, 2021 · 1 affected model year

Power Train recall

21V-381
May 24, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number21V381000
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Report dateMay 24, 2021
ComponentPower Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2021 Ford F-15029 recalls total

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