Model year 2021 · Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD

2021 Ford F150: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2021 Ford F150 at 15–25 mpg combined across 22 versions. NHTSA lists 29 safety recalls and 1,302 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

EPA combined mpg

15–25

NHTSA overall rating

5/5

Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

NHTSA lists this vehicle as F-150, F-150 HYBRID.

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Ford dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2021 Ford F150 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 29 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford F150, newest first.

Back over prevention: Display function and 1 more component

NHTSA 26V489000 Reported Jul 28, 2026

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26C37)
Components: Back over prevention: Display function; Back over prevention: Software
Units affected: 47,587 (estimate)
Problem: 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."
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026.

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Power train: Automatic transmission

NHTSA 26V402000 Reported Jun 24, 2026

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26S48)
Units affected: 741,195 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in April 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S48. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.

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Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control and 1 more component

NHTSA 26V104000 Reported Feb 20, 2026

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26C10)
Components: Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control; Exterior lighting: Tail lights
Units affected: 4,381,878 (estimate)
Problem: 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."
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

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Visibility: Sun/moon roof assembly

NHTSA 25V729000 Reported Oct 24, 2025

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25SB7)
Units affected: 174,853 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.

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Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump

NHTSA 25V455000 Reported Jul 7, 2025

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S75)
Units affected: 850,318 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

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Exterior lighting: Back up lights

NHTSA 25V348000 Reported May 23, 2025

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S57)
Units affected: 10 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S57.

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Back over prevention: Software

NHTSA 25V315000 Reported May 9, 2025

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S49)
Units affected: 1,076,138 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

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Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA 25V169000 Reported Mar 14, 2025

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S24)
Units affected: 567 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.

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Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA 25V132000 Reported Feb 28, 2025

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S15)
Units affected: 10,952 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.

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Equipment: Other: Labels

NHTSA 24V852000 Reported Nov 8, 2024

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24C39)
Units affected: 27,678 (estimate)
Problem: 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."
Risk: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

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Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Hard parts internal/mechanical

NHTSA 24V635000 Reported Aug 23, 2024

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S55)
Units affected: 90,736 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

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Electrical system: Body control module: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V443000 Reported Jun 14, 2024

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S38)
Components: Electrical system: Body control module: Software; Exterior lighting: Back up lights
Units affected: 159 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Disabled reverse lights cannot alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S38.

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Power train: Axle hubs

NHTSA 23V896000 Reported Dec 22, 2023

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 23S65)
Units affected: 112,965 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.

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Parking brake: Electrical

NHTSA 23V509000 Reported Jul 21, 2023

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 23S35)
Units affected: 870,701 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Unexpected activation of the electric parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.

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Visibility: Windshield wiper/washer: Linkages

NHTSA 23V163000 Reported Mar 10, 2023

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 23S10)
Units affected: 222,454 (estimate)
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S10. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-250.

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Visibility: Windshield wiper/washer: Motor

NHTSA 22V842000 Reported Nov 15, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S71)
Units affected: 483,082 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2023. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S71. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-142.

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Structure: Frame and members: Underbody shields and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V623000 Reported Aug 12, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S53)
Components: Structure: Frame and members: Underbody shields; Power train: Driveline: Driveshaft
Units affected: 58,203 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S53.

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Fuel system, gasoline: Storage

NHTSA 22V414000 Reported Jun 10, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S42)
Units affected: 1 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: An improperly attached fuel tank increases the risk of a fuel leak and potential for fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair (if necessary) the fuel tank strap bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S42.

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Visibility: Windshield wiper/washer: Linkages

NHTSA 22V250000 Reported Apr 14, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S26)
Units affected: 652,996 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.

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Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA 22V188000 Reported Mar 25, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S15)
Units affected: 47,084 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 12, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S15.

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Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA 22V193000 Reported Mar 25, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S17)
Units affected: 391,836 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

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Visibility: Windshield wiper/washer: Motor

NHTSA 22V142000 Reported Mar 11, 2022

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S12)
Units affected: 157,306 (estimate)
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S12.

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Structure: Frame and members: Underbody shields and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V986000 Reported Dec 16, 2021

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21S56)
Components: Structure: Frame and members: Underbody shields; Power train: Driveline: Driveshaft
Units affected: 184,698 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.

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Air bags: Sensor: Side impact and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V805000 Reported Oct 15, 2021

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21C26)
Components: Air bags: Sensor: Side impact; Air bags: Side/window
Units affected: 777 (estimate)
Problem: 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."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C26.

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Seat belts: Front: Webbing

NHTSA 21V653000 Reported Aug 23, 2021

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21C20)
Units affected: 16,430 (estimate)
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 Super Cab vehicles. The front seatbelt webbing may be incorrectly routed.
Risk: A misrouted seatbelt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to perform a preliminary self-inspection of the front seatbelts. If the passenger-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not use the passenger seat until the repair is performed. If the driver-side seatbelt fails inspection, owners should not drive their vehicle until the repair is performed. Dealers will inspect the front seatbelts and, if the webbing is misrouted, will replace the seatbelt retractor and pretensioner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C20.

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Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA 21V533000 Reported Jul 15, 2021

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21S33)
Units affected: 56 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S33.

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Steering: Rack and pinion and 2 more components

NHTSA 21V407000 Reported May 29, 2021 Do not drive

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21S28)
Components: Steering: Rack and pinion; Steering: Gear box (other than rack and pinion); Steering
Units affected: 223 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the repair is complete. Vehicles will be towed in for service, and dealers will remove and replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S28.

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Power train: Driveline: Driveshaft

NHTSA 21V381000 Reported May 24, 2021

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21S25)
Units affected: 4,436 (estimate)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Driveshaft separation may result in a sudden loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driveshaft, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S25.

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Visibility: Windshield: Critical fasteners and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V090000 Reported Feb 18, 2021

Filed by: Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21C06)
Components: Visibility: Windshield: Critical fasteners; Visibility: Windshield
Units affected: 79,017 (estimate)
Problem: 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."
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.

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Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2021 Ford F150 fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2021 Ford F150 EPA fuel economy
Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	Fuel	City/Hwy/Comb	Fuel cost/yr	CO2 g/mi
F150 Pickup 2WD	2.7L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Regular	20/26/22 mpg	$3,050	406
F150 Pickup 2WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Regular	18/24/20 mpg	$3,350	437
F150 Pickup 2WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Regular	17/24/20 mpg	$3,350	444
F150 Pickup 2WD FFV	3.3L 6-cyl ffv	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Gasoline or E85 / E85	20/24/21 mpg	$3,200	424
F150 Pickup 2WD FFV	5.0L 8-cyl ffv	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Gasoline or E85 / E85	17/24/20 mpg	$3,350	446
F150 Pickup 2WD FFV	5.0L 8-cyl ffv	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Gasoline or E85 / E85	17/24/19 mpg	$3,550	463
F150 Pickup 2WD HEV	3.5L 6-cyl turbo hybrid	Automatic 10-speed	Rear-Wheel Drive	Regular	25/26/25 mpg	$2,700	349
F150 Pickup 4WD	2.7L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	19/24/21 mpg	$3,200	432
F150 Pickup 4WD	2.7L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	18/24/20 mpg	$3,350	445
F150 Pickup 4WD	3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Diesel	20/27/23 mpg	$4,150	446
F150 Pickup 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	18/23/20 mpg	$3,350	445
F150 Pickup 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	17/23/19 mpg	$3,550	468
F150 Pickup 4WD FFV	3.3L 6-cyl ffv	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Gasoline or E85 / E85	19/22/20 mpg	$3,350	445
F150 Pickup 4WD FFV	5.0L 8-cyl ffv	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Gasoline or E85 / E85	16/22/19 mpg	$3,550	479
F150 Pickup 4WD FFV	5.0L 8-cyl ffv	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Gasoline or E85 / E85	16/22/18 mpg	$3,700	495
F150 Pickup 4WD HEV	3.5L 6-cyl turbo hybrid	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	24/24/24 mpg	$2,800	368
F150 Pickup Tremor 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	16/20/18 mpg	$3,700	498
F150 Pickup Tremor 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	16/20/18 mpg	$3,700	503
F150 RAPTOR 37 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	15/16/15 mpg	$4,450	578
F150 RAPTOR 37 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	14/16/15 mpg	$4,450	596
F150 RAPTOR 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	15/18/16 mpg	$4,200	553
F150 RAPTOR 4WD	3.5L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic 10-speed	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Regular	14/18/15 mpg	$4,450	593

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2021 Ford F150 crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2021 Ford F150 NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicle	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk	Forward collision warning
2021 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 2WD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars	16.4%	Standard
2021 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 4WD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars	19.1%	Standard
2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab Diesel PU/EC 2WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars	16.4%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab Diesel PU/EC 4WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars	19.1%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab PU/EC 2WD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars	16.4%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab PU/EC 4WD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars	19.1%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew Diesel PU/CC 2WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars	16.4%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew Diesel PU/CC 4WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars	19.1%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew HEV PU/CC 2WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars	—	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew HEV PU/CC 4WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars	—	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 2WD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars	16.4%	Optional
2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 4WD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars	19.1%	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2021 Ford F150 owner complaints

Owners have filed 1,302 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Ford F150, most recently on Oct 24, 2026. 18 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 13 injured people and 1 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2021 Ford F150 complaints
Component named in complaints	Mentions
Power train	429
Electrical system	155
Unknown or other	125
Exterior lighting	112
Engine	111
Visibility	70
Fuel/propulsion system	67
Service brakes	66
Visibility/wiper	66
Wheels	53

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Ford F150 model years

Ford F150 by model year
Year	Combined	Recalls	Complaints	Overall rating
2026 F150	12–24 mpg	9	18	5/5
2025 F150	12–23 mpg	16	128	5/5
2024 F150	12–23 mpg	11	232	5/5
2023 F150	12–25 mpg	13	511	5/5
2022 F150	15–25 mpg	23	816	5/5
2020 F150	16–24 mpg	11	741	5/5
2019 F150	16–25 mpg	9	1,342	5/5
2018 F150	16–25 mpg	18	2,325	5/5
2017 F150	16–22 mpg	17	1,462	5/5
2016 F150	16–21 mpg	13	2,086	5/5
2015 F150	17–22 mpg	13	1,743	5/5

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Other 2021 Ford models

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Sources

Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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