Ford is one of 19 automakers involved in the Takata airbag recall. In all, the recall has affected more than 1.5 million airbags in Ford vehicles. Two people have reportedly died after defective airbags deployed in their Ford vehicles.

Avoid injury by learning more about what to do if your vehicle is included in the Ford airbag recall.

Ford Recall Quick Facts:

  • Ford began recalling vehicles in 2014.
  • 2 people have died due to defective Takata airbags installed in Ford vehicles. One death occurred in West Virginia, the other in South Carolina.
  • Ford has issued “Do Not Drive” warnings for specific Ford Ranger pickup trucks.
  • Ford does not have parts available for all affected vehicles.

Source: Reuters

Updated: March 9, 2018

Ford Recall By the Numbers:

  • 5 million Fords have been affected.
  • There are 657,000 driver-side and 196,000 passenger-side airbags that still need to be replaced.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford

Updated: March 9, 2018

Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury Takata Airbag Recalls

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the vehicles manufactured by Ford and affected by the Takata recalls include:

  • 2007-2010 Ford Edge
  • 2006-2012 Ford Fusion
  • 2005-2006 Ford GT
  • 2005-2014 Ford Mustang
  • 2004-2011 Ford Ranger
  • 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX
  • 2006-2012 Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ
  • 2006-2011 Mercury Milan

Not every vehicle on this list will have an open recall, so you may want to check to ensure yours does before you contact your local Ford dealership for repairs. You can check by entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in our Takata airbag recall search tool.

Do Not Drive 2006 Ford Rangers

Ford has issued a “Do Not Drive” warning for certain 2006 Ford Rangers after the second death of an occupant.

Ford has announced that it will send repair technicians to affected consumers’ houses, tow vehicles to local dealerships, and give out loaner vehicles free of charge.

The Importance of Getting Your Recalled Ford Airbag Repaired or Replaced

If your Ford has an open recall, you will want to contact your local dealership as soon as possible to schedule your repair or replacement. Ford will replace your airbag for free, and your dealership may even have a loaner car you can borrow while you wait.

According to the Ford website, dealerships do not have the parts available for all affected vehicles. For instance, as of March 9, 2018, dealerships reportedly have parts available for 2005-2014 Mustang driver-side and 2005-2006 Ford GT driver-side airbag inflator recalls. They also reportedly have parts available for interim repairs; however, it is important to note that while an interim repair will help keep you safe for the time being, you will need to replace the replacement at a later date.

Be sure to call for an appointment and find out whether your local dealership has the parts your vehicle needs.

Ford Airbag Recall Replacement Rates

As of March 9, 2018, only 720,000 airbags have been replaced, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In all, there were 1.51 million defective airbags installed in Ford vehicles.

This is important to note, because it means there are still more than 700,000 defective airbags in Ford vehicles in the United States. With this many recalled cars out there, injuries and deaths may continue to occur.

Injured Consumers May Have Options to Recover Compensation

The airbag recall lawsuit team from Newsome Melton is accepting injury cases and claims against Takata and automakers that used the defective airbags. If we can show your airbag deflator fractured and caused or contributed to your injuries, we may be able to help you win money to pay your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. We offer free case evaluations and can help you understand if you have a valid case. Call us to get started: 888-221-5316.
 

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