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- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2020-2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks with 6.7L diesel engines and Dana model 275 rear axles may have a rear axle housing that does not adequately support the truck's load. Over time the housing can deform, which may lead to the driveshaft separating from the vehicle.
If the driveshaft separates, the truck can lose drive power. If the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, it could also move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact a Ford dealer or Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 21S31. Dealers will inspect the rear axle housing for deformities and repair or replace it as necessary at no cost. Owners can also check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-350 SD | 20202021 |
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