The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V381000·Announced 2021-05-24

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

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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
Hazard
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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