Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks Due to Driveshaft Assembly Defect
Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles because improperly assembled driveshafts may separate, potentially causing loss of drive power or unintended movement.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (driveshaft separation) that can lead to loss of drive power or unintended movement, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles due to a defect in the powertrain driveline. The two-piece driveshafts in these vehicles may have been improperly assembled, which could result in the driveshaft separating.
If the driveshaft separates, the vehicle may experience a sudden loss of drive power. Additionally, if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, the separation could cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- FORD F-150
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Drivetrain
- Affected units
- 4,436
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- F-150
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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