The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Edge vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not function correctly when activated during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
A seatbelt assembly that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C13.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-377 (21V377000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 21C13 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seat belts › Pretensioner |
| Report date | May 24, 2021 |
| Owners notified | June 15, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 82 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-377 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C13.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 82 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.