An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module

Date Announced
APR 28, 2023
Vehicles Affected
231,942
Ford Recall #
23S08
NHTSA Campaign #
23V306000
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement front passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S08. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 23V-125.
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