NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 21V652000
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Published August 23, 2021 · Recall initiated: August 23, 2021
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, "Side Impact Protection".
What to do
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C19.
Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPLORER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2021 FORD EXPLORER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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