2021-2022 Ford F-150 recall: underbody shields
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on December 16, 2021. It covers about 184,698 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 184,698
- reported
- Dec 16, 2021
- owners notified
- Feb 4, 2022
- related complaints
- 50
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
- Risk
- A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.
Recall number 21V986000
Affected vehicles
- Ford F-150 2021-2022 20212022
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 50 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 21V986000
Is there a recall on the 2021-2022 Ford F-150 underbody shields?
Yes. Recall 21V986000, reported on December 16, 2021, covers about 184,698 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V986000?
Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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