NHTSA recall 21V-982 (21V982000)
forward collision avoidance recall reported December 16, 2021 - about 839 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V982000
- Also written as
- 21V-982
- Manufacturer number
- 21S52
- Reported
- December 16, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~839
- Component
- forward collision avoidance
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.
Why it is dangerous
A misaligned radar module may prevent the vehicle from maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles when adaptive cruise control is active. In addition, the automatic emergency braking (AEB) system may react slowly, or not react at all, during a pre-collision assist braking event. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will adjust the angle of the cruise control radar module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S52.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-982 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.