Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V536000 Reported July 15, 2021

Driveshaft may separate

Ford Motor Company · Power Train · 27,604 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V536000
Manufacturer Campaign
21S31
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
27,604
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 15, 2021
Completion Rate
75.96

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 f-350 super duty pickup trucks equipped with 6.7l diesel engines and dana model 275 rear axles. the rear axle housing may not support the load of the pickup truck and deform, which could result in driveshaft separation.

Safety Consequence

Driveshaft separation may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the axle housing for deformities, and repair or replace the housing, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on september 3, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall 21s31.

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 21V536000 or campaign 21S31.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V536000

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

What is recall 21V536000?

NHTSA recall 21V536000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 15, 2021. It addresses: Driveshaft may separate. The recall affects approximately 27,604 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V536000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21S31. 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.