Recall 21V407000: 2021 Ford F-150

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.

Report date
May 29, 2021
Vehicles affected
223
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

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.

The risk

Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Notes

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
21V407000
Manufacturer campaign
21S28
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Owner letters
Jun 4, 2021
Components
Steering (Steering); Steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion) (Steering); Steering:rack and pinion (Steering)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology