NHTSA recall 21V324000
Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
Ford Transit
Reported May 7, 20212,503 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 21S21
The defect
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.
The risk
Fractured studs may allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of crash.
The remedy
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.