Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- Component
- Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Vehicles affected
- 4,436
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-05-24
- Owners notified
- 2021-06-15
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The two-piece driveshafts may have been improperly assembled, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Safety risk
Driveshaft separation may result in a sudden loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the driveshaft, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S25.