CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
- Risk
- If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear drive unit may not have enough lubricant, which can cause the rear drive axle to seize. If this happens, the vehicle can lose drive power and/or control, raising the risk of a crash.
An authorized dealer will check the rear drive unit lubricant level at no cost. If the level is at the minimum, the axle will be filled to the full level. If it is below the minimum, the axle will be replaced free of charge. Ford will also notify owners directly.
You can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Bronco Sport | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Ford Edge | 20202021 |
| Ford Escape | 2020 |
| Lincoln Corsair | 2021 |
| Lincoln Nautilus | 2020 |