2021 Ford F-650 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-650 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Ford F-650. That ranks 3rd out of 15 F-650 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 5,700 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Ford F-650 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 50% | 5,700 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 25% | 146,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 25% | 5,700 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 25% | 5,700 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Ford F-650 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: 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.
Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Fuel system, diesel
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.
Fix: 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.
Power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Problem: 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.
Risk: Leaking transmission fluid may contact hot engine components, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-650. The contact stated while an employee was driving 65 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and stalled. The driver pulled to the right side of the road and waited for towing assistance. Several unknown warning lights…
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…
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.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-650. The contact stated while releasing the brake pedal and driving from a complete stop, the brake pedal made abnormal sounds. The contact also stated that the parking brake was not operative. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that no issues were…
Other Ford F-650 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 F-650 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 | 4 | 3 |
| 2018 F-650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 F-650 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 F-650 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 F-650 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 F-650 | 2 | 2 |
| 2009 F-650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 F-650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 F-650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 F-650 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 F-650 | 3 | 1 |
| 2001 F-650 | 9 | 3 |
| 2000 F-650 | 5 | 6 |
| 1999 F-650 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-650?
Owners most often report service brakes, fuel system, diesel, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Ford F-650?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Ford F-650 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-650 model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.