2021 Ford F-150 / Expedition Side Impact Airbag Recall
Ford has issued a recall (NHTSA ID 21V805000) for certain 2021 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles. The front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may be damaged, potentially preventing the side impact airbags from deploying correctly in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Também se aplica a
- Ford Expedition
- 2021
Why this matters
This recall addresses a critical safety concern related to the vehicle's airbag system. If the side impact airbags do not deploy as intended during a collision, occupants face an increased risk of injury. This non-compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection," highlights the importance of addressing the issue promptly.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles, along with some 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The core of this 2021 Ford F-150 recall is the front-door side impact pressure sensor modules. These modules may have sustained damage during the supplier assembly process, leading to a malfunction that prevents the side impact airbags from deploying properly when needed.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of potentially affected vehicles were notified by mail starting November 3, 2021. If you own a 2021 Ford F-150 or Expedition and have concerns, you can contact Ford customer service directly. Ford's internal number for this recall is 21C26. You can reach Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford dealers will replace both the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owners should schedule an appointment with their authorized Ford dealer to have this important safety recall completed.
NHTSA ID: 21V805000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific issue with the 2021 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles?
- The recall (NHTSA ID 21V805000) is due to front-door side impact pressure sensor modules that may have been damaged during assembly. This damage can prevent the side impact airbags from deploying correctly in a crash.
- What is the safety risk associated with this recall?
- If the side impact airbags do not deploy as designed during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants. This issue means the vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214.
- How will Ford fix the problem?
- Ford dealers will replace the affected front-door side impact sensors on both the driver and passenger sides. This repair will be completed at no cost to the vehicle owner.
- How can I find out if my vehicle is part of the 2021 Ford F-150 recall?
- Owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall number 21C26, or check the NHTSA website using the recall ID 21V805000.
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.
Air Bags, the system this article covers, accounts for 1,193 of 39,812 complaints (3%), including 6 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 air bags
While driving my 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost, the vehicle issued a pre-collision warning followed immediately by a restraint system warning. The airbag then deployed without any collision or impact. There was no crash, obstacle, or reason for deployment.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her husband was stopped, a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 reversed at approximately 55 MPH, causing the rear to crash into the front of her husband's front of vehicle. No air bags deployed.
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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