Is the 2021 FORD Mustang safe to drive?

The 2021 FORD Mustang has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN recall for the 2021 FORD Mustang? (Campaign #21V980000)

Your vehicle's side curtain air bags might have air bag inflators with the wrong amount of compressed gas. This could cause the air bags to deploy improperly in a crash. If the air bag doesn't inflate correctly, you could be at higher risk of injury in a collision. Ford will replace the side curtain air bags for free. You'll receive a notification letter, but if you're concerned or want to schedule the repair, you can call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or check your recall notice for the Ford number 21C37.

NHTSA Campaign 21V980000 Recall Details

Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

What Happened

Your vehicle's side curtain air bags might have air bag inflators with the wrong amount of compressed gas. This could cause the air bags to deploy improperly in a crash.

Risk if Unfixed

If the air bag doesn't inflate correctly, you could be at higher risk of injury in a collision.

Free Fix

Ford will replace the side curtain air bags for free. You'll receive a notification letter, but if you're concerned or want to schedule the repair, you can call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or check your recall notice for the Ford number 21C37.

Campaign 21V980000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Affected Vehicles