Recall 21V811 affects 47,683 2019-2021 Ford Ranger trucks for misrouted front seat belts. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 47,683 2019-2021 Ranger Super Cab vehicles because the front passenger outboard seat belt was assembled incorrectly and can be misrouted. In a crash, that belt can fail to adequately restrain the passenger and increases injury risk; Ford dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt assembly free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger outboard seat belt in a 2019-2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab is the belt for the right front seat. Its webbing is supposed to pass through the rubber trim sleeve and the metal anchor eyelet. That routing lets the anchor carry crash forces while the retractor manages belt tension.
On affected Rangers, the supplier assembly process allowed the webbing to pass through the rubber trim sleeve without also passing through the anchor eyelet. The supplier load test used too little force to catch that misrouting before the seat belt assembly left the plant. A misrouted belt does not sit in the anchor as designed, so the right front seat belt assembly does not meet the required occupant protection and seat belt assembly standards.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can look installed at the seat, so the VIN and dealer inspection decide whether this specific Super Cab is included.
Who's affected?
Covers Ranger pickup trucks across the 2019, 2020, and 2021 model years, all tied to the same right front outboard seat belt assembly.
| 2020 Ford Ranger | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Ranger | seat belt |
| 2019 Ford Ranger | seat belt |
| Units affected | 47,683 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A misrouted front seat belt can fail to hold an occupant properly in a crash, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign for this issue. If your inspection shows a routing problem, or the result is unclear, stop using the vehicle and contact a Ford dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2021 Ford Ranger is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free front seat-belt inspection and replacement if the belt is misrouted.
- Follow Ford's preliminary seat-belt inspection instructions only if you are comfortable checking the front belt routing yourself.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V811 when you call.
- Avoid driving if the inspection shows a seat-belt issue, if the result is unclear, or if you skip the inspection; contact Ford before moving the truck.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the front row outboard seat belts and replaces any belt that was assembled or routed incorrectly. The inspection and any needed seat belt replacement are free under the recall. Before the appointment, Ford also gives owners instructions for a preliminary seat belt check. If the driver's belt shows an issue, the result is unclear, or you do not want to inspect it yourself, do not drive the vehicle and contact a Ford dealership. If you already paid for this seat belt repair, Ford's general reimbursement plan is on file. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 15, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 18, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| October 18, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 15, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 22, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V811?
Recall 21V811 covers 47,683 2019-2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab trucks with front passenger outboard seat belts that were assembled improperly and routed incorrectly. A misrouted belt can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2019-2021 Ford Ranger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ranger is included in recall 21V811. Ford provided preliminary front seat belt inspection instructions, but a franchised Ford dealer can inspect the front row outboard seat belts and replace them, if needed, for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Ford to complete the recall repair at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect the front row outboard seat belts and replace them, if necessary, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my Ford Ranger before the seat belt inspection?
The risk is tied to a misrouted front seat belt. If the belt looks wrong, the inspection result is unclear, or you do not want to inspect it yourself, contact a Ford dealer before moving the truck and ask for service guidance.
What if I bought my Ford Ranger used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Ranger is included, then reference recall 21V811 or Ford recall number 21C25 when you call a Ford dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V811000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V811 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V811000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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