Recall 21V379000: 2021 Ford F-450 SD and 1 other model
- Report received
- May 24, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Potentially affected
- 1,796vehicles
- Model years
- 2021
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-350 and F-450 vehicles equipped with a fifth wheel left-hand mounting bracket that may be cracked.
Possible consequence
A cracked mounting bracket could result in the fifth wheel detaching from the vehicle while towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the mounting bracket, and replace the bracket if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S23.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2021 Ford F-350 SD98 complaints
- 2021 Ford F-450 SD18 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.