NHTSA Campaign Id 21V986000; Date: Dec. 16, 2021
a fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
2021 Ford F-150; 2022 Ford F-150
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 184,698
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 f-150 vehicles. underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed january 31, 2022. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s56.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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