Recall 21V923 covers 5 2022 Ford F-350 Sd and F-250 Sd trucks for an air bag cover defect. Free repair at a franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 5 2022 F-350 Sd and F-250 Sd trucks because the driver-side air bag cover lacks enough strength. During a crash, the cover can break apart and send fragments toward occupants, increasing injury risk; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver airbag module in the 2022 Ford F-350 Sd and F-250 Sd sits in the steering wheel. Its cover protects the folded airbag during normal driving, then opens in a controlled way when the airbag deploys. The cover has to stay strong enough for that sudden force.
On affected trucks, the driver airbag cover was made with a newer resin material before the supplier completed all required testing. Ford found that the material did not have enough tensile strength after long service-life testing. During deployment testing, the cover's retention tabs broke and the cover fragmented, sending pieces away from the module instead of keeping the deployment controlled.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not be expected to hear, feel, or see this problem before an airbag deployment, so the VIN decides whether the truck needs the dealer repair.
Who's affected?
Both listed Ford pickup classes involve the same driver airbag module.
| 2022 Ford F-350 Sd | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2022 Ford F-250 Sd | air bag system |
| Units affected | 5 |
| 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 truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, the driver air bag cover can break apart and send fragments toward occupants, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before this failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Ford F-350 Sd or F-250 Sd is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free driver-side air bag module replacement that fixes the weak air bag cover.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V923 when you call.
- Avoid delaying the repair after your VIN is confirmed, because the driver-side air bag cover can break apart during a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the driver-side air bag module. The replacement part and labor are free under the recall. Ford says there is no separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program already provides a free repair for this concern. If you paid for related air bag work before the recall repair, ask the service desk how the existing warranty program applies to that prior work.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| November 24, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 24, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| November 24, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 16, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 17, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 17, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V923?
Recall 21V923 covers 5 2022 Ford F-350 Sd and F-250 Sd trucks with a driver-side air bag cover that lacks enough strength. In a crash, the cover can break apart and send fragments toward occupants, increasing injury risk. Ford dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Ford F-350 Sd or F-250 Sd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 21V923. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of the driver-side air bag module. Reference Ford recall number 21S49 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module free of charge. Any franchised Ford dealer can perform the recall repair.
What is the safety risk in recall 21V923?
The safety risk is fragment projection during a crash. Recall 21V923 says the driver-side air bag cover lacks enough strength, so the cover can break apart as the air bag deploys and send pieces toward people inside the truck, increasing injury risk.
When were owners notified about recall 21V923?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on December 16, 2021. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Ford dealer with recall number 21S49 if your truck is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V923000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V923 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V923000 |
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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