2005 Ford Ranger | 2004 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford Ranger — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
Published February 17, 2021 · Recall initiated: February 17, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V076000, published February 17, 2021. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2005 Ford Ranger | 2004 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford Ranger — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- RANGER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2005 FORD RANGER | 2004 FORD RANGER | 2006 FORD RANGER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2005 Ford Ranger | 2004 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford Ranger — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V076000 on February 17, 2021. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: RANGER.