NHTSA recall 21V-154 (21V154000)
suspension recall reported March 10, 2021 - about 49 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V154000
- Also written as
- 21V-154
- Manufacturer number
- 21S11
- Reported
- March 10, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~49
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (RLCA) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
Why it is dangerous
Broken RLCA bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both RLCA bolts, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S11.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-154 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.