2018 Ford F-150 Tailgate Latch Recall 21V983000
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2018 F-150 vehicles concerning tailgate latches that may unexpectedly unlatch while driving. This issue could cause unrestrained cargo to fall out, creating a road hazard. The remedy involves replacing both tailgate latches at no cost to owners.
Why This Matters
This 2018 Ford F-150 tailgate recall is critical for safety. If the tailgate unlatches unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, any unrestrained cargo in the truck bed could fall out. This creates a significant road hazard for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with both manual and power release tailgates. The specific component affected is the tailgate latches, which are prone to unlatching without warning.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
Owners of a 2018 Ford F-150 should verify if their vehicle is included in this recall. You can check your vehicle's status by visiting the NHTSA recall website and entering your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Alternatively, you can contact Ford customer service directly.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Ford dealers will replace both the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches on affected 2018 Ford F-150 vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Interim notification letters were sent to owners on January 31, 2022, followed by owner notification letters mailed on May 31, 2022.
Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information. Ford's internal number for this recall is 21S53.
Source: NHTSA ID: 21V983000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the 2018 Ford F-150 tailgate?
- The problem involves the tailgate latches on certain 2018 Ford F-150 vehicles, which may unlatch unexpectedly while driving. This can cause cargo to fall out, creating a road hazard.
- Is there a recall for the 2018 Ford F-150 tailgate?
- Yes, Ford has issued a recall, NHTSA ID 21V983000 (Ford's number 21S53), for the 2018 Ford F-150 tailgate latches. This 2018 Ford F-150 tailgate recall addresses the unexpected unlatching issue.
- How will Ford fix the tailgate latch issue?
- Ford dealers will replace both the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches on affected 2018 Ford F-150 trucks. This repair will be completed free of charge to the owner.
- When were owners notified about the 2018 Ford F-150 tailgate recall?
- Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on January 31, 2022, and final owner notification letters were sent on May 31, 2022.
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 2018 model year
2,327 complaints, the 3rd most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 64 crashes, 33 fires and 52 injuries for this year, which also has 19 recalls on file.
Latches/Locks/Linkages, the system this article covers, accounts for 371 of 39,812 complaints (1%), including 57 for 2018.
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 | |
| 2017 | 1,465 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 |
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 2018 model year
- 26V373000 — Exterior Lighting (Jun 2026)
- 26V375000 — Power Train (Jun 2026)
- 25V236000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Apr 2025)
Recent owner reports about latches/locks/linkages
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the tailgate unexpectedly opened while driving and while the vehicle was parked.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side door failed to properly latch and, on several occasions, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the door erroneously opened.
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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