The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.
The risk
A misrouted seatbelt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to perform a preliminary self-inspection of the front seatbelts. If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not use the passenger seat until the repair is performed. If the driver-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not drive their vehicle until the repair is performed. Dealers will inspect the front seatbelts and, if the webbing is misrouted, will replace the seatbelt retractor and pretensioner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C20.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-653 (21V653000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 21C20 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Webbing |
| Report date | August 23, 2021 |
| Owners notified | October 14, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 16,430 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-653 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to perform a preliminary self-inspection of the front seatbelts. If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not use the passenger seat until the repair is performed.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 16,430 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.