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2021 Ford F-650 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2021 Ford F-650 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

8

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other F-650 years?

F-650 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted13 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 5 complaints2001: 13 complaints2002: 8 complaints2003: 2 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 0 complaints2011: 3 complaints2012: 1 complaints2016: 4 complaints2017: 12 complaints2018: 0 complaints2021: 8 complaints2022: 2 complaints2026: 3 complaints
F-650 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 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes450%
Fuel System225%
Tires & Wheels113%
Transmission113%

Does the 2021 Ford F-650 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V957000Fuel SystemDecember 20, 2024 · 295,449 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

Consequence

High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S78.

22V013000Fuel SystemJanuary 14, 2022 · 19,697 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and Medium Duty F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A small void may be present in the top-center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a pinhole over time, allowing fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S01.

20V691000TransmissionNovember 10, 2020 · 225 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 7.3L gas engines. The transmission oil cooler line may contact the air conditioning compressor pulley, possibly causing a transmission fluid leak.

Consequence

Leaking transmission fluid may contact hot engine components, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect transmission oil cooler lines for proper orientation and damage, correcting the lines and replacing any that are damaged, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S66.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The driver reported an intermittent burnt oil smell from rear of truck. We found the axle leaking gear oil, with gear oil soaking the brake pads and pooling in the wheel. Took to Ford dealer, where it was confirmed by the dealer and repaired under warranty.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 9, 2022

“The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-650. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 19, 2025

“The driver reported an intermittent burnt oil smell from rear of truck. We found the axle leaking gear oil, with gear oil soaking the brake pads and pooling in the wheel. Took to Ford dealer, where it was confirmed by the dealer and repaired under warranty.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · August 9, 2022

“The driver reported an intermittent burnt oil smell from rear of truck. We found the axle leaking gear oil, with gear oil soaking the brake pads and pooling in the wheel. Took to Ford dealer, where it was confirmed by the dealer and repaired under warranty.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 9, 2022

2021 Ford F-650 — common questions

Is the 2021 Ford F-650 reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Ford F-650 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Ford F-650. 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.