Recall 21V805 covers 777 2021-2022 Ford F-150, Super Duty, Expedition, and Navigator vehicles for side-impact air bag sensors. Free repair at a franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 777 2021-2022 F-150, F-250 Sd, F-350 Sd, Expedition, and Navigator vehicles because front-door side impact pressure sensor modules were damaged during supplier assembly. The defect can keep side impact air bags from deploying properly in a crash, which increases injury risk, and Ford dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The side door pressure remote sensing unit on covered 2021-2022 Ford F-150, F-350 Sd, F-250 Sd, Expedition, and Navigator vehicles is a sensor inside the front door. In a side impact, it reads a rapid pressure change in the door and sends that crash information to the airbag system, so the side impact air bags deploy as designed.
In recall 21V805, the sensor module was damaged during supplier assembly. A programming fixture contacted the top of the sensor after an adjustment at the supplier, and that contact left damage that was not visible once the sensor was completed. Ford found that a damaged unit passed supplier testing and was installed in vehicles.
The risk is that the side impact air bags do not deploy properly in a crash. The warning sign to watch for is an airbag malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster. If that light is on, tell the Ford dealer when you schedule the recall repair.
Who's affected?
Covers five Ford and Lincoln nameplates from the 2021 and 2022 model years, all tied to the same side-door pressure sensing unit.
| 2021 Ford F-150 | side air bag |
|---|---|
| 2021 Ford F-150 | side air bag |
| 2022 Ford F-350 Sd | side air bag |
| 2022 Ford F-350 Sd | side air bag |
| 2022 Ford F-250 Sd | side air bag |
| 2022 Ford F-250 Sd | side air bag |
| 2021 Ford Expedition | side air bag |
| 2021 Ford Expedition | side air bag |
| 2021 Lincoln Navigator | side air bag |
| 2021 Lincoln Navigator | side air bag |
| Units affected | 777 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
The side air bags can fail to deploy properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. If the airbag malfunction lamp is on, avoid ignoring it and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Ford F-150, F-350 Sd, F-250 Sd, Expedition, or Navigator is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free front-door side-impact sensor replacement that helps the side air bags deploy properly in a crash.
- Bring Ford's owner letter to the appointment, or reference recall number 21V805 and Ford recall 21C26 when you call.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions before your appointment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors. These sensors help the air bag system read a side impact, so the repair focuses on replacing the damaged sensor modules rather than adjusting the air bags themselves. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ford is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program provides a free repair for this concern. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 15, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 18, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| October 18, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 1, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 3, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V805?
Recall 21V805 covers 777 2021-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with front-door side impact pressure sensor modules that can keep the side impact air bags from deploying properly in a crash. Ford dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Ford or Lincoln vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 21V805. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors. Reference Ford recall number 21C26 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford says dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that a side impact air bag does not deploy properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. This recall does not carry do-not-drive or park-outside instructions, but the repair should be completed once your VIN is confirmed.
When were owners notified about recall 21V805?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on November 3, 2021. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN check still decides whether the recall applies to your exact vehicle.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V805000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V805 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V805000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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