Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V324000 Reported May 7, 2021

Warped axle flange may fracture wheel studs

Ford Motor Company · Suspension · 2,503 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V324000
Manufacturer Campaign
21S21
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
2,503
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 7, 2021
Completion Rate
82.13

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 transit t150, t250, t350 vehicles equipped with aluminum alloy wheels. the wheel mounting surface of the axle flange may be warped and cause the wheel studs to fracture.

Safety Consequence

Fractured studs may allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the rear axle shaft assembly, axle shaft mounting bolts, and rear wheel lug nuts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on june 28, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s21.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 21V324000 or campaign 21S21.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V324000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V324000?

NHTSA recall 21V324000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 7, 2021. It addresses: Warped axle flange may fracture wheel studs. The recall affects approximately 2,503 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V324000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21S21. 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.