We found the following complaints for FORD F-350 (2021)
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Tailgate has randomly opened twice. Tailgate function on the remote was definitely not being pressed.
Electronic tailgate on the 2021 ford f-350 is opening on its own while driving. Doesn't matter the speed...its happened at 10 mph and at 60 mph. This is a critical issue since it is damaging rvs. My latest occurrence is noted in the additional details section, but it has now happened three (3) times since i purchased brand new with 6 miles on it...now has about 10,900 miles.there was a recall on model years 2019 and prior for this very symptom caused by moisture getting into the wiring harness.
I was recently informed by ford that my vehicle is subject to a recall (21s31) because the rear axle may deform and detach from the vehicle.i believe the ford safety recall report (and nhtsa recall number) is 21v-536.my concern is related to the proposed remedy.ford states that additional welds will be applied to the axle.based on the information provided, i believe this will only mask the symptoms of a failure (detachment of the axle), and not the problem itself (crushing of the axle tubes due to insufficient tube wall thickness).i am a licensed professional engineer, which is to say that i have a basic understanding of material behaviour.with this in mind, i would respectfully ask you to consider the following:1) primary:outright replacement of the defect axle housing with a unit that is manufactured with the "old design" axle tubes.if item 1 above is not chosen, i propose the following alternatives (in combination):a) requiring replacement of the axle housing if paint loss is observed at the locations where the u-bolts are used to strap the axle to the spring perches.many people have observed paint loss at this location, and it would indicate deformation of the tubing.b) warrantying the axle housing for an extended period of time - perhaps 8 years or 100000 miles as was done by toyota due to the frame defects which affected their pickups.c)certification by a licensed professional engineer that the proposed remedy (welding the axle) will prevent deformation under rated conditions.i believe this is important because it will require a "person" to certify the adequacy of the repair.my intent in suggesting this is to ensure that the defect is not left in place.again, the proposed remedy seems only to "mask" the problem.i fear it could result in another "firestone situation", where the public is put at unnecessary risk.i greatly appreciate you considering this request.
The contact owns a 2021 ford f-350. The contact stated while driving 72 mph, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over and upon inspection of the vehicle discovered that the sliding glass on the panoramic sunroof had shattered without incident. As the contact continued driving, the contact could hear the headliner shaking as glass began flying off the vehicle due to the failure. The contact was forced to pull off the road again and clear all the shattered glass pieces from the top of the vehicle. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where he was informed that they would perform an inspection of the vehicle to determine the failure. A week later, the contact was informed by the dealer that the manufacturer had denied repair of the vehicle and that the failure was not a mechanical defect. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was 6,237. The vin was not available.
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