Driver's air bag inflator may explode
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 ranger, 2006-2012 fusion, lincoln zephyr, lincoln mkz, 2006-2011 mercury milan, 2007-2010 ford edge, and lincoln mkx vehicles. the driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Safety Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on april 9, 2021 for the passenger side, and november 14, 2022 for the driver side. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s12.
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FAQ: Recall 21V158000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V158000?
NHTSA recall 21V158000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 10, 2021. It addresses: Driver's air bag inflator may explode. The recall affects approximately 2,602,668 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V158000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21S12. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.