Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2021 FORD TRANSITTransport Canada Recall #2021481
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat belt assembly may contain a defective automatic locking retractor (ALR). As a result, the seat belt may not properly lock to secure a child seat.
Safety Risk
A seat belt that is not properly locked could prevent a child seat from being properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belt. It will be replaced, if necessary.
7,029 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 21C18Updated June 10, 2026