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2021 Ford F-650 Sd problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2021 Ford F-650 Sd — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other F-650 Sd years?

F-650 Sd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted12 complaints2004: 12 complaints2005: 6 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 5 complaints2008: 2 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 1 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 6 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 8 complaints2021: 1 complaints2023: 4 complaints2025: 4 complaints
F-650 Sd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Ford F-650 Sd problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1100%

Does the 2021 Ford F-650 Sd have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V413000Body & StructureJuly 17, 2020 · 1,229 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 7.3L gasoline engines. The underbody heat shield and other heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. Without these components, the interior cabin floor and seat attachments may reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions.

Consequence

Skin contact with certain areas of the cabin interior floor or seat attachments in these high temperature conditions may cause injury.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S36.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact works for a company that owned a 2021 Ford F-650 SD commercial vehicle. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, he heard an abnormally loud popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he looked at the side view…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · April 19, 2023 · fire

2021 Ford F-650 Sd — common questions

Is the 2021 Ford F-650 Sd reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Ford F-650 Sd have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Ford F-650 Sd. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.