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NHTSA Recall 21V536000: Axle assembly (power train)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27,604 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Ford F-350 SD.

27,604
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (September 3)
NHTSA campaign21V536000
Manufacturer campaign21S31
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY
Report receivedJuly 15, 2021
Owner notificationSeptember 3, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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 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.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V536000

Make and modelModel years
Ford F-350 SD2020, 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.