Air bags: knee bolsterRecall 22V-083 · 2021–2022 Ford Mustang

Ford Motor Company recall 22V-083 covers 327 2021–2022 Ford Mustang for a air bags: knee bolster problem, reported to NHTSA on February 16, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 66% of affected vehicles repaired.

66%
Vehicles repaired215 of 327 · 2024 Q3
Vehicles affected3271 model
ReportedFeb 16, 2022Owners notified Mar 8, 2022
Complaints since3Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V083000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang vehicles. An insufficient weld on the front passenger knee air bag may result in an improper air bag deployment.

The risk

An improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S07.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

66%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 4 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2022 Q12024 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall