Ford F-150 Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 10, 2026 · 634 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 634 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Ford F-150 Hybrid, across 6 model years (2021–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (262). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Peak: 2021, with 262 complaints
2021: 26220212622022: 21520222152023: 952023952024: 372024372025: 192025192026: 620266

n = 634 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ford F-150 Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical F-150 Hybrid year: 2021, 2022, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2021 F-150 Hybrid: 262 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2022 F-150 Hybrid: 215 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2023 F-150 Hybrid: 95 complaints, 0 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2026 F-150 Hybrid: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2025 F-150 Hybrid: 19 complaints, 2 recalls
  3. 2024 F-150 Hybrid: 37 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Ford F-150 Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train problems25362
Electrical System problems16363
Engine7061
Wheels4340
Equipment4040
Fuel/propulsion System3951
Service Brakes3565
Forward Collision Avoidance3064
Vehicle Speed Control2450
Exterior Lighting2240
Structure2130
Visibility/wiper1950
Steering1450
Lane Departure1151
Visibility1150
Suspension920
Back Over Prevention830
Fuel System, Gasoline620
Engine and Engine Cooling420
Latches/locks/linkages420
Air Bags222
Seat Belts211
Service Brakes, Hydraulic220
Hybrid Propulsion System110
Seats110
Service Brakes, Air110
Trailer Hitches110

Ford F-150 Hybrid problems by model year

Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.

All Ford F-150 Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2026 F-150 Hybrid60—Power Train
2025 F-150 Hybrid192—Service BrakesFar fewer complaints than other years
2024 F-150 Hybrid370—Electrical SystemFar fewer complaints than other years
2023 F-150 Hybrid950—Electrical SystemFar more complaints than other years
2022 F-150 Hybrid2150—Power TrainFar more complaints than other years
2021 F-150 Hybrid2620—Power TrainFar more complaints than other years

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ford F-150 Hybrid years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (262), 2022 (215), 2023 (95) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical F-150 Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Ford F-150 Hybrid?

Power Train, with 253 complaints across 6 model years.

How many recalls does the Ford F-150 Hybrid have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.