Ford · United States · High
Ford Ranger: Air bags — inflator module
Affects Ford Ranger · 2004–2006 — about 232K vehicles.
The hazard
An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S08. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 23V-125.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational