2018-2022 Ford Safety Recall: Airbags Deploy Without Warning in Parked SUVs, Say New Reports
A viral rumor is circulating on social media claiming that Ford’s safety recall for 2018-2022 models now includes a defect causing airbags to spontaneously deploy while the vehicle is turned off and parked. Owners are sharing videos of airbags bursting in garages and driveways, sparking panic.
Is this real? We checked. Currently, Ford’s official recall for 2018-2022 models is primarily focused on faulty transmission components that can lead to roll-away incidents, not blanket airbag issues. NHTSA records show no verified cases of unprompted "ghost airbag" deployments in parked cars, and Ford has issued no bulletin for such a defect.
Verdict: FAKE. The claim of airbags deploying in parked vehicles for these model years is a hoax. Always verify recall claims directly with your VIN at Ford’s website or NHTSA.gov. Don’t share unconfirmed safety scares.