CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Ford F-250 SD has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 167 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (25 reports).
2021 Ford F-250 SD recalls
Fuel pump can fail and cut engine power on diesel trucks
Some 2020 and 2021 Ford F-Super Duty diesel trucks (F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550) that were previously repaired under an earlier recall may have biodiesel deposits forming on roller components inside the high pressure fuel pump's drivetrain.
Rearview camera may not show proper image in some light
Certain 2020-2022 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks have a 360-degree view camera system that may not display the rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions.
Steering Column May Detach, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain 2020-2021 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks may have a steering column upper shaft that can detach from the steering column.
Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump in certain vehicles may fail, which can cause the engine to stall while you are driving.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image
A software error can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or to keep showing the camera image after the vehicle has left reverse.
Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image
Some vehicles have a rearview camera that can display a blank or distorted picture.
Fuel pump may fail, causing loss of drive power
Biodiesel deposits can build up on rollers inside the diesel high pressure fuel pump drivetrain on certain Ford Super Duty trucks.
Missing Head Restraint Instructions Raise Crash Injury Risk
Some Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and F-Super Duty SuperCab trucks were built without owner's manual instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints, including those for the center seating positions.
Wiper Arms May Break, Losing Windshield Wipers
The front windshield wiper arms on these vehicles can break, causing the wipers to stop working.
Loose Underbody Shield Can Damage Driveshaft, Risking Crash
Underbody heat and noise insulators on certain Super Duty pickups with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts may loosen and contact the driveshaft.
Fuel leak from filter cap can cause fire or injury
A small void may form in the top-center of the underhood secondary fuel filter cap on certain diesel-equipped trucks.
Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Some pickups and Super Duty trucks from the 2020 and 2021 model years may have had their windshield improperly bonded to the body during manufacturing.
Most common 2021 Ford F-250 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 167 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 25 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 25 |
| Suspension | 18 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Steering | 15 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
| Visibility | 12 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Engine | 11 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that while idling and while driving, the engine was running rough and the engine power was reduced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); 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. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly hesitated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
My 2021 Ford F250 super duty pickup truck experienced a catastrophic failure of the Bosch CP4 high pressure fuel pump. This has been confirmed by the dealer's service center. As a result of this part failure, metal shards were introduced into the entire fuel system. This now requires the fuel pump and the entire fuel system (every component) to be replaced. My truck has 74,9xx miles. This is a known and well publicized issue. Rather than recall the high pressure fuel pump, Ford instead issued a recall (24S78) to reflash the PCM software with the intent to reduce the risk of the fuel pump failure. I had the 24S78 recall work completed, and my fuel pump failed still. No indication in advance o
Purchased a 2021 F250 brand new from dealership and have had serviced at dealer since new. This truck is equipt with the 10r140 transmission that is a known problem. Starting at 48K miles transmission slipped from 3-5 gear. Report to Mooresville Ford and they âdroveâ the truck 6 miles and stated they could not recreate the slip. Reported again to Mooresville Ford at ~78k, technician drove vehicle for 12 miles and documented a slight slip between 3-5 but Ford declined to take action and extended warranty to 100k. Reported again at ~96k to Mooresville Ford, dealership held truck for 8 days and drove 6 miles. Declined again to take action and extended warranty to 146k. Reported again to Moo
Transmission, temporally could be available but to replace it there is a $1500 core charge The transmission catastrophically failed, which lead to the rear wheels to lock up while driving, putting me and others at risk, had i been going faster when it did lock up No the problem has not been reproduced by a independent service center as i am going to replace the transmission myself I have inspected it along with a mechanic via photos showing all the metal fragments in the fluid and filter No warning lamps prior to the failure, but there where warning lights of service vehicle soon before the transmission locked up. Ever since new the transmission has shifted erratically especially from 3-4 an
2021 Ford F-250 SD questions
Does the 2021 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford F-250 SD: Fuel pump can fail and cut engine power on diesel trucks; Rearview camera may not show proper image in some light; Steering Column May Detach, Causing Loss of Steering; Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving; Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Stuck Image. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-250 SD?
Based on 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (25), Fuel System, Diesel (25), Suspension (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Ford F-250 SD has been fixed?
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