CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Ford F-550 SD has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Diesel (8 reports).
2021 Ford F-550 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.
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 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.
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.
Front Wheel Extenders May Detach, Raising Crash Risk
On certain heavy-duty trucks with dual rear wheels and front wheel hub extenders, the front wheel hub extenders may not be properly attached to the front rotor hub assemblies.
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-550 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Diesel | 8 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
What owners report
Engine lost power on highway Engine light came on Towed to dealership and they told us the engine was bad, camshaft is gone and cylinder bad. Truck has 86,000 miles on engine; we do not allow it to be idle, and all maintenance and oil changes were performed. Note: Ford Rep did give us 50% of replacement, not sure how they come out with a engine tell you it's better than out going engine "more durable" and it last 86,000 miles. By giving us 50% they are telling me it will only last 160,000 miles when maintained which is a joke.
Parts Not Available Complaint: The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-550. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL) however upon having the vehicle diagnosed by a local dealer where the following code was displayed "P2291" The contact was advised that because of the code displayed that the remedy would not be performed. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer where the contact was advised that because the code had been wiped by the previous dealer that the remedy would not be performed. The contact emphasized that they do not feel safe driving the vehicle without the remedy being completed. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacture
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-550 SD. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The local dealer was contacted several times for more than a year, and the contact was advised that the part was not yet available and that the manufacturer had paused the recall campaign. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised that the part for 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 contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-550. 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 local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-550 SD. 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 local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the remedy was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.Â
2021 Ford F-550 SD questions
Does the 2021 Ford F-550 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford F-550 SD: Fuel pump can fail and cut engine power on diesel trucks; Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving; Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image; Fuel pump may fail, causing loss of drive power; Missing Head Restraint Instructions Raise Crash Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-550 SD?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Diesel (8), Engine (3), Power Train (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Ford F-550 SD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.