NHTSA recall 21V-983 (21V983000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported December 16, 2021 - about 57,591 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V983000
- Also written as
- 21V-983
- Manufacturer number
- 21S53
- Reported
- December 16, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~57,591
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. The tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.
Why it is dangerous
Unexpected tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches, free of charge. An interim notification letter was mailed January 31, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S53.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-983 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.