2021 Ford F-150 Front Seatbelt Recall
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab trucks concerning front seatbelt webbing that may be incorrectly routed. This defect can compromise occupant restraint during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Owners are advised to perform a self-inspection and follow specific safety…
Why this matters
Ford Motor Company has identified a critical safety concern with the front seatbelts in certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. If the front seatbelt webbing is incorrectly routed, it may not adequately restrain an occupant during a crash. This significantly increases the risk of injury to the driver or front passenger.
What's being recalled
This recall, identified by Ford as 21C20, affects specific 2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab trucks. The issue lies with the front seatbelt webbing, which may have been improperly installed or routed. This condition affects the fundamental safety function of the seatbelt system.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of affected 2021 Ford F-150 vehicles are advised to perform a preliminary self-inspection of their front seatbelts. This inspection can help determine if the webbing is misrouted. Owners should carefully examine both the driver-side and passenger-side front seatbelts for any signs of incorrect routing or twisting.
Important warnings
Ford has issued specific safety instructions for owners who discover a misrouted seatbelt during their self-inspection:
- "If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not use the passenger seat until the repair is performed."
- "If the driver-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not drive their vehicle until the repair is performed."
These warnings are crucial for occupant safety and must be followed immediately if a problem is identified. Driving or using a seat with a misrouted seatbelt could lead to severe injury in the event of a collision.
Manufacturer's remedy
Dealers will inspect the front seatbelts in affected vehicles. If the webbing is found to be misrouted, the dealer will replace the seatbelt retractor and pretensioner. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.
Owner notification letters regarding this 2021 Ford F-150 front seatbelt recall were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information or assistance.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 21V653000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific issue with the 2021 Ford F-150 front seatbelts?
- The issue, covered by NHTSA recall 21V653000, is that the front seatbelt webbing in certain 2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab vehicles may be incorrectly routed, which can prevent the seatbelt from properly restraining an occupant during a crash.
- What should I do if I suspect my Ford F-150 has a misrouted seatbelt?
- Ford advises owners to perform a self-inspection. If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, do not use the passenger seat. If the driver-side seatbelt fails inspection, do not drive the vehicle until the repair is performed. Contact your Ford dealer immediately.
- Will I have to pay for the repair if my Ford F-150 is affected by this recall?
- No, the inspection and any necessary repairs, including the replacement of the seatbelt retractor and pretensioner, will be performed free of charge by Ford dealers as part of this 2021 Ford F-150 front seatbelt recall (Ford recall number 21C20).
- How can I contact Ford about this recall?
- You can contact Ford customer service directly at 1-866-436-7332. You may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.nhtsa.gov.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
1,308 complaints, the 13th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 18 crashes, 7 fires and 13 injuries for this year, which also has 29 recalls on file.
Seat Belts, the system this article covers, accounts for 484 of 39,812 complaints (1%), including 7 for 2021.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 | |
| 2021 | 1,308 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 26V489000 — Back Over Prevention (Jul 2026)
- 26V402000 — Power Train (Jun 2026)
- 26V104000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
Recent owner reports about seat belts
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact was cut off by another vehicle that had pulled out in front of the vehicle.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 21V653000 (SEAT BELTS), 23V509000 (PARKING BRAKE), 22V142000 (VISIBILITY) and 23V163000 (VISIBILITY).
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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