Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle's side curtain air bags might get damaged when they deploy, which can affect their ability to protect you in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bags deploy improperly, you may be at a higher risk of getting hurt in a collision.
Free Fix
Ford will install protective shields for free to prevent the air bags from getting damaged, and you'll be notified by mail with instructions.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Original — 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.
View full recall details →
Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →