NHTSA Recall 21V379000
NHTSA Campaign Id 21V379000; Date: May. 24, 2021
a cracked mounting bracket could result in the fifth wheel detaching from the vehicle while towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 Ford F-350 Sd; 2021 Ford F-450 Sd
Component: Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,796
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 super duty f-350 and f-450 vehicles equipped with a fifth wheel left-hand mounting bracket that may be cracked.
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect the mounting bracket, and replace the bracket if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 21, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s23.
Recall 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.
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