It does not hurt anything to not have it on. It depends on what you call ugliness.   Mine came with the engine cover but not the hood blanket. I removed the engine cove because it serves no real function but it does just get in the way of accessing the dipstick, etc.

fh4ever, when I realized that something wasn't right, I went to a local Ford dealership. Apparently, they discontinued it on the 2021. He had one in stock which I was amazed. I bought it and it came with all the retaining clips. I actually installed in the parking lot at the dealership. Took all of 5 minutes! Looks so much better. I too felt that along with better sound absorption it would protect hood paint from heat.  Sad that Ford would discontinue standard parts before they continued production of the vehicle. Shame on Ford.😒

Well that didn't work......also my auto start stop reverted back to not working. This is the most finicky vehicle I have ever made forscan changes on....Auto Stop Start eliminator ordered. 

Looks like the Weathertech generic trim to fit mat (that hasn't been trimmed). I trimmed mine for my 2017 Escape, and just use it as is, too small, in my Edge

Ok, I just got this  "remedy available" notice from Ford. It seems replacement is only available now if the rear brake hose(s) are damaged or are leaking. They will inspect them first, and if found to be damaged or leaking will replace them. Apparently Ford will will repair later if a failure shows up in a 15 year window. I wonder if that is 15 years from new? 

Start by scanning for trouble codes with a basic OBD2 scanner; that can point straight to the faulty module or sensor. Also, check your battery voltage, since a weak one often triggers these weird electronic gremlins.

Which model is the mat from?

Yes. It’s the same type of light as the one for the rear passengers. Power is drawn from the rear right one.

You guys that add the ebay/amazon light around the weather seal, show some daytime pics. I have OCD and prefer OEM installs and can't see how a white tube looks good around that seal.....