FORD 2021 FORD EXPLORER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 FORD EXPLORER
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 FORD EXPLORER vehicles due to air bags:side/window:curtain issues. Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag attachment weld studs could detach during the deployment of the side air bag, resulting in an improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, "Side Impact Protection".
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Improper deployment of a side air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the side air bag assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C19.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026