Your vehicle's front passenger air bag inflator might have been installed incorrectly, which is a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
An incorrectly installed inflator could prevent the passenger air bag from inflating properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
A free inspection and reinstallation of the front passenger air bag inflator will be done by the dealership to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement front passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S08. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 23V-125.
Your vehicle may have a faulty passenger air bag inflator that wasn't installed correctly, which could cause problems if there's an accident.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag doesn't inflate properly, you're at higher risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will check and reinstall the air bag inflator for free, and you've already been notified by mail. You can also call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement frontal passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S08. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 23V-306.
Your vehicle may have an air bag inflator that can explode and send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, putting you and your passengers at risk. This is because the inflator was exposed to high humidity and temperature changes over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag deploys in a crash, it could cause serious injury or even death from the sharp metal fragments.
Free Fix
Ford will fix this for free by inspecting and replacing the air bag module or inflator at a dealership, starting March 17, 2021. You can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
The air bag in your vehicle is designed to deploy in a crash to protect you. Unfortunately, some of these air bags may have a faulty inflator that can rupture and send sharp metal fragments flying, causing serious injury or even death.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag deploys in a crash, the inflator could explode, sending sharp metal pieces towards you or your passengers, which could lead to severe injury or even be fatal.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect the air bag module and replace the inflator if needed, all for free. When you get the recall notice, schedule a visit with your Ford dealer to get this critical safety update.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
Your Ford Ranger's passenger side air bag inflator might not work properly, which could cause a big problem in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag deploys in a crash, the inflator could burst and send sharp metal pieces into your vehicle, putting you at risk of serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Don't drive your vehicle until it's fixed. Ford will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a new one for free, and you can schedule the repair by calling 1-866-436-7332 or by visiting a Ford dealership.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is superseding a previous recall for certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks to implement a final repair. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S42. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V322 which was an interim repair. Vehicles that received a replacement air bag inflator under the previous campaign need to return to a dealer to have an alternate inflator installed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S42.
Your vehicle's driver-side air bag inflator might not work properly, which could cause it to rupture and send metal fragments flying during a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag deploys during a crash, the inflator could break apart, potentially causing serious injury or even death from metal fragments.
Free Fix
Don't drive your vehicle until it's fixed. Ford will notify you, and the dealership will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a new one at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is superseding a previous recall for certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks to implement a final repair. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S42. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-036 which was an interim repair. Vehicles that received a replacement air bag inflator under the previous campaign need to return to a dealer to have an alternate inflator installed.
Your vehicle's driver side air bag inflator might not work properly, which could lead to a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If there's a crash and the air bag deploys, the inflator could break apart and send sharp metal fragments into the vehicle, potentially causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! Ford will notify you and replace the air bag inflator at no cost to you. You'll be contacted with the details and a time to bring your vehicle to the dealership for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles manufactured March 24, 2003, to May 4, 2006. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S03. Note: This recall supersedes 14V-343 and only applies to Rangers manufactured in North America.
Your vehicle's passenger front air bag inflator might be prone to moisture damage, which could cause it to break apart over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag deploys in a crash, metal pieces could fly into you or your passengers and cause serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the front passenger air bag inflator for free, and they'll notify you when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Ranger trucks manufactured March 24, 2003, to May 4, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S22. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 14V-787.
Your vehicle's tail light switch, which controls multiple lights like turn signals, hazard lights, and brake lights, might have a faulty part that can wear out and stop working properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might not be visible to other drivers, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the faulty switch for free at a dealership. You can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule the repair.
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FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS SHIPPED WITH A SUBCOMPONENT (SLIDER) THAT MAY EXPERIENCE DEFORMATION. A MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WITH A DEFORMED SLIDER MAY MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE TURN SIGNAL, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING SIGNAL FLASHERS AND/OR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT TO ACTIVATE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Your vehicle's headlight assembly is a critical safety feature that helps other drivers see you on the road. The affected headlamps lack an important amber side reflector, which could affect how visible your vehicle is to others.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber side reflectors, your vehicle may be harder to spot at night or in low-light conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dope, Inc. will give you a full refund for the non-compliant headlamp assembly. You should contact Dope, Inc. at 1-626-272-1798 to arrange for the refund.
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DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Your vehicle may have a replacement lamp that's missing amber side reflectors. These reflectors are like small mirrors that help other drivers see your car from the side when it's dark.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lamp lacks these reflectors, other drivers might not see your vehicle clearly, especially at night, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will notify you, but you should contact AJ Motorsport directly at 626-618-2026 to arrange for a reimbursement for the replacement lamp. This is a free service, but you'll need to take the initiative to get it done.
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CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
Your vehicle's underbody shield may not be properly attached to the frame, which is a critical part that protects the fuel tank.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a side-impact crash, the frame could puncture the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak. This could lead to a fire if the ignition system is activated.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect your vehicle's frame and replace it if necessary, and if it's found to be defective, Ford will replace your vehicle entirely, free of charge.
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ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE FRAME MAY HAVE A CENTER RAIL SECTION FLANGE THAT WAS NOT FORMED PROPERLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE IMPACT CRASH, THE FRAME RAIL SCOULD PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK, RESULTING IN A FUEL LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRAME TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE FRAME WAS INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED. IF THERE IS A PROBLEM, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT BE REPAIRED. FORD AND THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE VEHICLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 19, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
