Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2021 Ford F-150, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Power train319
- Electrical system130
- Exterior lighting114
- Unknown or other96
- Engine84
- Visibility78
- Visibility/wiper56
- Service brakes54
- Fuel/propulsion system51
- Back over prevention43
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 8 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 138 2021 F-150 vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 39 people died inside them, and 16 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2021 Ford F-150 failed the safety check 0.61% of the time — 36% less often than the average 2021 passenger car (0.95%). Median odometer at inspection: 28,104 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 24 variants: combined 10.7–18.3 L/100 km (about 13–22 mpg US), CO₂ 242–370 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| F-150 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Diesel | 11.9 | 9.1 | 10.7 |
| F-150 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 12.0 | 9.3 | 10.8 |
| F-150 FFV · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 12.0 | 9.8 | 11.0 |
| F-150 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 12.8 | 10.0 | 11.5 |
| F-150 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 13.1 | 10.0 | 11.7 |
| F-150 FFV 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 12.5 | 10.7 | 11.7 |
| F-150 4X4 (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 13.5 | 10.0 | 11.9 |
| F-150 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 13.5 | 10.2 | 12.0 |
| F-150 FFV · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.0 | 10.0 | 12.2 |
| F-150 FFV (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.5 | 10.3 | 12.6 |
| F-150 FFV 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.8 | 10.9 | 13.1 |
| F-150 Tremor 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.3 | 11.8 | 13.2 |
| F-150 Tremor 4X4 (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.7 | 11.7 | 13.3 |
| F-150 FFV 4X4 (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 15.4 | 11.0 | 13.4 |
| F-150 Raptor 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 15.8 | 13.2 | 14.6 |
| F-150 FFV · Pickup truck: Standard · E85 ethanol | 16.6 | 12.6 | 14.8 |
| F-150 Raptor 4X4 (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 16.8 | 13.2 | 15.2 |
| F-150 Raptor 37 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 16.0 | 14.4 | 15.3 |
| F-150 FFV 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · E85 ethanol | 17.2 | 13.1 | 15.4 |
| F-150 Raptor 37 4X4 (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 16.6 | 14.8 | 15.8 |
| F-150 FFV (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · E85 ethanol | 19.8 | 13.7 | 17.1 |
| F-150 FFV · Pickup truck: Standard · E85 ethanol | 20.9 | 13.6 | 17.6 |
| F-150 FFV 4X4 (Without Stop-Start) · Pickup truck: Standard · E85 ethanol | 21.0 | 14.7 | 18.1 |
| F-150 FFV 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · E85 ethanol | 21.5 | 14.5 | 18.3 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
27 Transport Canada recalls for the 2021 Ford F-150.
| 2026369 28 Jul 2026 | Visual System Issue: Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause part of the rearview camera image to be blocked. Canadian regulations require the full rearvie… |
| 2026342 14 Jul 2026 | Lights And Instruments Issue: This recall is for certain integrated trailer modules that were installed before delivery or purchased from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory. On… |
| 2026311 24 Jun 2026 | Powertrain Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem in the transmission could cause the parking pawl to become damaged. As a result, when the transmission is shifted to Park… |
| 2026079 20 Feb 2026 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem with the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may cause the trailer lights not to work when towing. This problem co… |
| 2025587 24 Oct 2025 | Structure Issue: On certain vehicles, the moonroof wind deflector may not have been attached properly. As a result, the deflector could detach from the vehicle. Note:… |
| 2025366 8 Jul 2025 | Fuel System Issue: On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may t… |
| 2025260 9 May 2025 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display or to freeze when the transmission is shifted into reverse… |
| 2025137 14 Mar 2025 | Powertrain Issue: On certain trucks, the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 22S15 (Transport Canada recall no. 2022-144) may not have been done corr… |
| 2025106 2 Mar 2025 | Brakes Issue: On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 22S17 (Transport Canada recall no. 2022-146) may not have been done co… |
| 2024492 23 Aug 2024 | Engine Issue: On certain vehicles, the intake valves may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the valves could break and cause the engine to fail. Note:… |
| 2024347 14 Jun 2024 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain vehicles, a previous over-the-air (OTA) software update could cause the backup lamps not to turn on when the vehicle is reversing. Sa… |
| 2023705 22 Dec 2023 | Powertrain Issue: On certain trucks, the rear axle hub bolt(s) could break and cause the axle shaft(s) splines to wear. If this happens, there could be a loss of power t… |
| 2023405 25 Jul 2023 | Brakes Issue: On certain trucks, the rear axle wiring harness could rub against the rear axle housing. Over time, this could cause damage to the wiring harness, and … |
| 2023133 13 Mar 2023 | Visual System Issue: On certain trucks, the windshield wiper arms may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the wiper arms could slip and they may not wipe the… |
| 2022650 15 Nov 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain trucks, the windshield wiper motor may fail. If this happens, the windshield wipers will not work. Safety Risk: Windshield wipers that… |
| 2022461 12 Aug 2022 | Structure Issue: On certain trucks, the insulators under the truck may have been installed in error. As a result, it could loosen and damage the driveshaft. If this h… |
| 2022279 30 May 2022 | Brakes Issue: This recall is for accessory trailer brake controllers that were dealer-installed or sold as an accessory part at a Ford dealership. A software pro… |
| 2022197 14 Apr 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain trucks, the windshield wiper arms may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the wiper arms could slip and they may not wipe the… |
| 2022146 29 Mar 2022 | Brakes Issue: A software problem in the trailer brake controller could cause the trailer brakes not to apply when you brake. Note: This recall only affects vehicle… |
| 2022144 28 Mar 2022 | Powertrain Issue: On certain trucks, the powertrain control module (PCM) may have been programmed incorrectly. As a result, a false diagnostic trouble code (DTC) could c… |
| 2022116 14 Mar 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain trucks, the windshield wiper motor may fail. If this happens, the windshield wipers will not work. Safety Risk: Windshield wipers that… |
| 2021775 17 Dec 2021 | Powertrain Issue: On certain trucks, the insulation under the truck may loosen and damage the driveshaft. If this happens, the driveshaft could break and cause a loss of… |
| 2021638 18 Oct 2021 | Airbag Issue: On certain vehicles, the side-impact sensors in the front doors may have been damaged during assembly. As a result, the side airbags may not work prope… |
| 2021526 23 Aug 2021 | Seats And Restraints Issue: On certain trucks, the driver and/or front passenger seat belts may not be properly routed through the anchor eyelets. As a result, the seat belts may … |
| 2021337 31 May 2021 | Steering Issue: On certain trucks, there may be an internal problem with the steering gear. As a result, the steering could suddenly become stiff or lock up while driv… |
| 2021307 24 May 2021 | Powertrain Issue: On certain trucks, the two-piece driveshaft could disconnect while driving and cause a loss of power to the wheels. If this happens, the truck could al… |
| 2021085 19 Feb 2021 | Structure Issue: On certain trucks, the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the glass can become loose and could separate from the truck in a crash. … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V443. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 F-150 vehicle. A single vehicle may have been assembled without a fuel tank front attachment resulting in an unsecured fuel tank attachment strap.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, 2021 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may have been damaged during supplier assembly, which can cause the side impact air bags to not deploy properly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The electronic brake booster may leak brake fluid into the electronic control unit, which could result in reduced braking performance.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear may have internal damage, which could result in difficulty steering, or the inability to rotate the steering wheel while driving.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The two-piece driveshafts may have been improperly assembled, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Ford told its dealers about the 2021 Ford F-150: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011937 | Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U023A:08 with the automatic high beam feature operating correctly after reprogramming the steering column control module (SCCM). |
| 11011929 | Some 2021-2023 F-150 SuperCab vehicles with a 163 in. wheelbase equipped with a fixed rear parking aid camera but not the 360 degree view system, may exhibit a "Reverse Brake Assist Not Available See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B115E:78 stored in the image processing module (IPMA) after the camera alignment procedure was unable to complete. |
| 11011369 | "Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to reduce false bounce back occurrences" |
| 11011236 | Quality improvements include: -Addresses Accessory Protocol Interface Module reboot at start up |
| 11010950 | Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement during repairs. Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement during repairs. |
| 11010798 | Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles may experience an "Active Air Dam System Fault See Manual" warning message in the IPC and/or DTC C0604:00 stored in the PCM |
| 11010007 | Quality improvements include: -Improve battery state of charge drainage issue due to Electronic Control Unit key off load events. -SYNC screen will display correct software update status. -Software update task will be automatically terminated after trigger expiration date |
| 11009918 | Quality improvements include: -Trailer Maintenance Menu will appear on the Towing Menu and User will be able to enable and disable Trailer Maintenance Reminders. -Customer will be able to use the Charge Assist application at all times to find the public charging locations. |
| 11009859 | Quality improvements include: Networking quality for a better experience with software updates |
| 11009445 | Some 2018-2024 F150/Edge, 2018 MKX, 2019-2023 Nautilus, 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator, 2021-2024 Bronco, and 2024 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost or a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an engine oil leak from the crankshaft rear seal with retaining plate. |
| 11009438 | Some vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software updates have been performed. |
| 11009425 | Ford Customer Relationship Center (CRC) phone call to Customers Communication Script and FAQ relating to 23H07 Harvest program |
| 11009091 | Some 2021-2024 F-150 and 2023-2024 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit an inoperative A/C system that only blows warm air with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2CFC stored in the body control module C (BCMC). |
| 11008948 | While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. |
| 11008946 | Some 2021-2024 F-150 non-Lightning vehicles may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P2122, P2123, P2127, P2128, and/or P2138 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). |
| 11008698 | Some 2021-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U2100 and/or U3002 stored in the cruise control module (CCM), side obstacle detection control module LH (SODL), side obstacle detection control module RH (SODR), side obstacle detection control module C (SODCMC) and/or side obstacle detection control module D (SODCMD) after a module replacement. |
| 11008695 | Some 2021-2023 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P2C22, P2C23, P237C, P237D, P237E and/or P237F in the powertrain control module (PCM). |
| 11008545 | "Quality improvements include: -Feature that confirms all required settings are reset correctly during a remote factory reset." |
| 11008522 | "Quality improvements: -Prevent vehicles experiencing loss of driver frontal switch pack control . " |
| 11008403 | In some of the affected vehicles, the printed circuit board within the EGHR actuator housing may fail due to water ingress, causing the EGHR valve to become stuck in position, and illuminating the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). In addition, for F-150 only, the EGHR coolant inlet port may break and cause engine coolant to leak out of the vehicles cooling system |
| 11008391 | Various Vehicles Equipped With A 10R80 Automatic Transmission - Harsh/Delayed Engagement And/Or Harsh/Delayed Shift - Built On Or Before 15-Aug-2022 |
| 11007991 | Some 2021-2024 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine, may exhibit a "12V Battery State of Charge Low" or "Charging System Service Soon" Message displayed in the IPC and/or "Remote Features Disabled To Preserve Battery" in FordPass. Some vehicles may also exhibit DTC B11D9:09 and a Sync Screen message of "System Off To Save Battery". |
| 11007990 | Some 2021-2023 F-150 non-Raptor/non-Tremor vehicles may exhibit DTC U023A:08 in the SCCM after reprogramming the SCCM. |
| 11007989 | Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L PowerBoost engine and built on or before 30-Sep-2021 may experience a reduced engine power condition with an illuminated MIL and DTC P0299, P0301, P0302 and/or P0303 stored in the PCM. |
| 11007977 | Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair, 2021-2024 F-150/Bronco, 2023-2024 F-Super Duty, and 2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles may experience the overhead console sunglass bin cannot be locked in a closed position. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Loss of Motive Power
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation