Recall 21V-081: 2007–2010 Ford Edge, 2008–2012 Ford Fusion and 6 more
Ford Motor Company recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Feb 16, 2021, covering about 1,067 vehicles.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module Air Bags › Frontal |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V081000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Edge | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Ford Fusion | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Ford GT | 2006 | All years |
| Ford Mustang | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 | All years |
| Ford Ranger | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Lincoln MKX | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Lincoln MKZ | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Mercury Milan | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-081?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
How is recall 21V-081 fixed?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.