Air bags: critical fastenersRecall 21V-652 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 21V-652 covers 592 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a air bags: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on August 23, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q1) shows 72% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V652000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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".
The risk
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
72%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 5 vehicles were listed as unreachable.