An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement frontal passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.

Actions

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S08. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 23V-306.

Documents (4)

• Miscellaneous Document - Chronology of Defect Determination – 23S08
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Advance Notice re NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Advance Notice - Safety Recall 23S08 Certain 2004-2006 Model Year Ranger Vehicles Passenger Airbag Inflator Inspection
• Recall Acknowledgement

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