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.

Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft

Date Announced

MAY 24, 2021

Vehicles Affected

4,436

Ford Recall #

21S25

NHTSA Campaign #

21V381000

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (8)

• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-2
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Dealer Bulletin re NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 21S25 Certain 2021 Model Year 3.5L F-150 with Max Trailer Tow and 3.5L HEV Vehicles Rear Driveshaft Inspection
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-4