2021 Ford F-150 Fuel Tank Recall
Ford has issued a recall for a single 2021 F-150 vehicle concerning a potentially missing fuel tank front attachment. This defect could result in an unsecured fuel tank strap, increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire. Owners will be notified for a free inspection and repair.
Why this matters
An improperly attached fuel tank poses a significant safety risk. If the fuel tank is not securely fastened, it can lead to a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in turn, greatly increases the potential for a fire, which could result in serious injury or property damage.
What's being recalled
This 2021 Ford F-150 fuel tank recall specifically impacts one 2021 Ford F-150 vehicle. The issue stems from the vehicle potentially being assembled without a crucial fuel tank front attachment. This omission means that a fuel tank attachment strap could be unsecured, compromising the stability of the fuel tank.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
This recall is extremely limited, affecting only a single 2021 Ford F-150 vehicle. Owners of a 2021 Ford F-150 should verify if their specific vehicle is included by contacting Ford customer service or checking the NHTSA recall website with their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford Motor Company will address this issue by having dealers inspect the fuel tank strap bracket. If necessary, the bracket will be repaired, free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters for the 2021 Ford F-150 fuel tank recall were mailed on July 1, 2022.
Owners may contact Ford customer service directly at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's internal number for this recall is 22S42. For additional information or to report a safety concern, owners can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall 22V414000.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific problem addressed by the 2021 Ford F-150 fuel tank recall?
- The recall addresses a potential manufacturing error where a single 2021 Ford F-150 vehicle may have been assembled without a fuel tank front attachment, leaving a fuel tank attachment strap unsecured.
- What are the safety risks associated with the unsecured fuel tank in the 2021 Ford F-150?
- An improperly attached fuel tank significantly increases the risk of a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in turn, creates a higher potential for a vehicle fire.
- How will Ford fix the issue for affected 2021 F-150 vehicles?
- Ford dealers will inspect the fuel tank strap bracket and perform any necessary repairs, free of charge to the owner. Owners were notified starting July 1, 2022.
- What is the recall number for this Ford F-150 fuel tank issue?
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall ID is 22V414000, and Ford's internal recall number is 22S42.
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.
Fuel System and Gasoline, the system this article covers, accounts for 2,466 of 39,812 complaints (6%), including 45 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 fuel system and gasoline
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power.
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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