NHTSA Recall 25V541000: Curtain (air bags)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 100,900 vehicles. It affects 2024–2026 Ford Ranger.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V541000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25C41 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN |
| Report received | August 22, 2025 |
| Owner notification | September 26, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The side curtain air bags may contact the B-Pillar inner reinforcements and tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Safety risk
Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C41.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V541000
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.