NHTSA Recall 21V090000: Critical fasteners (visibility) and windshield (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 79,017 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V090000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21C06 |
| Components | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD › CRITICAL FASTENERS; VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD |
| Report received | February 18, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V090000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 2021 |
| Ford F-250 SD | 2020, 2021 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2020, 2021 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2020, 2021 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2020, 2021 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.