The problem
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."
The risk
Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-541 (25V541000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 25C41 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window › Curtain |
| Report date | August 22, 2025 |
| Owners notified | September 26, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 100,900 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-541 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 100,900 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.