Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #21V983000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V983000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2018 f-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates Includes 57,591 affected units, Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018 f-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 f-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. the tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches, free of charge. an interim notification letter was mailed january 31, 2022. owner notification letters were mailed on may 31, 2022. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s53.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V983000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2021-12-16T00:00:00
Subject: Tailgate may open unexpectedly
Component: Latches/locks/linkages
Potentially Affected Units: 57,591

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 21S53
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 f-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. the tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.
Consequence Summary: Unexpected tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches, free of charge. an interim notification letter was mailed january 31, 2022. owner notification letters were mailed on may 31, 2022. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s53.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 59.55

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NHTSA ID: 21V983000
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