Recall 21V-379
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2021 Ford F-350 SD and 1 other model: Trailer hitches (fifth wheel assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-379
- Reported
- May 24, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 1,796 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
A cracked mounting bracket could result in the fifth wheel detaching from the vehicle while towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the mounting bracket, and replace the bracket if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 21S23.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Ford F-350 SD 2021
- Ford F-450 SD 2021