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Ford F-150 · 2021

29 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V402000·2026-06-24

    Ford Recalls 2018-2021 SUVs and 2021 F-150s for Transmission Defect

    Ford is recalling specific 2018-2021 SUVs and 2021 F-150s because the transmission park pawl may engage while moving, risking vehicle rollaway and crashes.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, EXPLORER, AVIATOR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V729000·2025-10-24

    Ford moonroof wind deflectors can detach from the vehicle

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2023 Expedition, Navigator, F-150 and Super Duty vehicles because the moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached, letting the deflector detach.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, F-250 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V169000·2025-03-14

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150s for Transmission Software Update

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V-188 because a software error may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V132000·2025-02-28

    Ford trucks may fail to apply electric trailer brakes

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Navigator and Super Duty vehicles previously repaired under 22V-193, because a towed trailer's electric brakes may not apply.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, MAVERICK, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V623000·2022-08-12

    Ford Recalls 2021-2022 F-150 Trucks for Driveshaft Fracture Risk

    Ford is recalling 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles because underbody insulators may loosen and damage the driveshaft, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V414000·2022-06-10

    Ford Recalls One 2021 F-150 for Unsecured Fuel Tank Strap

    Ford is recalling one 2021 F-150 because the fuel tank front attachment may be missing, increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V188000·2022-03-25

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks for Transmission Software Defect

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles because a software error may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V986000·2021-12-16

    Ford Recalls 2021-2022 F-150 Trucks for Driveshaft Fracture Risk

    Ford is recalling 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles because underbody insulators may loosen and damage the driveshaft, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V805000·2021-10-15

    Ford vehicles recalled for damaged side impact airbag sensors

    Ford is recalling certain 2022 and 2021 model vehicles due to damaged side impact airbag sensors that may fail to deploy properly in a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, EXPEDITION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V533000·2021-07-15

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks for Brake Fluid Leak Risk

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles because brake fluid may leak into the electronic control unit, potentially reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V407000·2021-05-29

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks Due to Steering Gear Defect

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles because internal steering gear damage could cause loss of steering control. Owners should not drive until the repair is complete.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V381000·2021-05-24

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks Due to Driveshaft Assembly Defect

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles because improperly assembled driveshafts may separate, potentially causing loss of drive power or unintended movement.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V090000·2021-02-18

    Ford F-Series Trucks Recalled for Potential Windshield Detachment in Crashes

    Ford is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150 and Super Duty trucks because the windshield may not be properly bonded, risking detachment in a crash. Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield at no cost.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V104000·2026-02-20

    Ford Vehicles Recalled for Integrated Trailer Module Software Defect

    Ford is recalling multiple 2021–2026 trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles because the integrated trailer module may lose communication with the vehicle when towing, causing loss of trailer brake and turn signal lights or brake function.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, F-600 SD, F-550 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V455000·2025-07-07

    Ford vehicles recalled for low-pressure fuel pump failure risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2021–2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles because the low-pressure fuel pump may fail, causing engine stalls while driving and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPLORER, F-550 SD, BRONCO, AVIATOR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V348000·2025-05-23

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks for Inoperative Reverse Lights

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 trucks with Onboard Scales because a previous software update may have disabled the reverse lights, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V315000·2025-05-09

    Ford recalls over a million vehicles for rearview camera software error

    Ford is recalling a wide range of 2021-2025 vehicles because a software error may cause the rearview camera image to freeze or go missing. 1,076,138 units are affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-450 SD, F-550 SD, MUSTANG MACH E, F-350 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V635000·2024-08-23

    Ford EcoBoost engine intake valves may break while driving

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2022 vehicles with 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engines because the engine intake valves may break, resulting in engine failure and loss of drive power.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EDGE, BRONCO, NAUTILUS, AVIATOR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V443000·2024-06-14

    Ford Recalls 2021 F-150 Trucks Due to Disabled Reverse Lights

    Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 trucks with Onboard Scales because a software update may have disabled the reverse lights, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V250000·2022-04-14

    Ford F-150 and related vehicles recalled for windshield wiper failure

    Ford is recalling 2020-2021 F-150s, Expeditions, Super Duties, and Lincoln Navigators with defective windshield wiper arms that may break and fail, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Owners should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free replacement.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, F-550 SD, F-450 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V193000·2022-03-25

    2022 Ford F-150 Trailer Brake Control Software Defect

    Ford is recalling 2022 F-150 and related models due to a software error that may disable trailer brake functionality. Loss of trailer brakes increases stopping distance and crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, F-150, F-250 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V852000·2024-11-08

    Air Bag Warning Label Missing on Ford and Lincoln Vehicles

    Ford is recalling certain 2018-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for missing air bag warning labels on the dashboard. The missing label increases risk of crash injury if occupants don't follow proper restraint guidelines.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD CORSAIR, EXPLORER, AVIATOR, F-150
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 3 open

  • EA26004 Engineering Analysis · open · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • EA26001 Engineering Analysis · open · power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
  • PE25020 Preliminary Evaluation · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • PE25002 Preliminary Evaluation · power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
  • RQ24014 Recall Query · electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
  • PE24019 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2013 · powertrain 1,188 complaints, median 94,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a death and 3 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2011 · powertrain 755 complaints, median 98,000 mi
    Includes 2 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2012 · powertrain 617 complaints, median 91,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2011 · steering 412 complaints, median 77,500 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2014 · powertrain 335 complaints, median 93,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.

Technical service bulletins

1,158 manufacturer service bulletins across 22 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.8/5
  • 2025: 3.8/5
  • 2024: 4.0/5
  • 2023: 3.8/5
  • 2022: 2.7/5

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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