AI Damage2021 Ford F-150: common problems
The maker issued 643 service bulletins for this year. We found 2 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 643
- YouTube repair videos
- 2
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 250 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 129 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 112 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Communication | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 8 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Reason for update
Add 2022-2025 Transit vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience a blank center display screen or black center display screen after welcome animation. The…
- Reason for update
To update the Service Procedure to include diagnostics for the fuel vapor vent valve and the fuel tank isolation valve. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an illuminated malfunction…
- Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel)…
Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel) engine may need the front engine cover removed and reinstalled for various reasons. The Workshop Manual (WSM)…
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing…
This article supersedes TSB 25-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing Expedition and Navigator. One time use parts for Corsair and Bronco Sport were also added to the parts list…
- 26C37 Recall remedy Prevents a potential rearview camera image obstruction caused by a menu displaying on…
- This bulletin updates 26-2206. Reason for update
update the Service Procedure to revise Steps 19-21, adding Step 22, and adding Figure 15-16 to clarify connector C316 location. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit diagnostic trouble…
- 26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
- This article supersedes 26-2287. Reason for update
update the labor operation numbers to add MT to operations C, F, G, H, J, K, L and M, and correct the part number LIMZ-4A015-B to L1MZ-4A015-B. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at…
- For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion…
For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J-clips, lower-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919-S901 if the J-clip is…
- Some 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a concern of the windshield wipers not parking in the correct…
Some 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a concern of the windshield wipers not parking in the correct position on the windshield and/or over-traveling. This may be due to incorrect alignment of the wiper pivot arm on…
- Customer Satisfaction Program 25M01 Certain 2021 Model Year F-150 3.0L Diesel Engine and 2020-2022 Model…
Customer Satisfaction Program 25M01 Certain 2021 Model Year F-150 3.0L Diesel Engine and 2020-2022 Model Year Super Duty with 6.7L Diesel Engine Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Sensor Replacement, If Required After Dealer…
- 25S75 Recall remedy -Powertrain Control Module update to introduce logic to prevent low pressure fuel pump…
25S75 Recall remedy -Powertrain Control Module update to introduce logic to prevent low pressure fuel pump binding and maintain fuel flow to the engine.
NHTSA lists 643 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
- Rebuilding Wrecked 2021 Ford F-150 in 29 Minutesamount per author: 2,000 UNSPECIFIED_DOLLAR
- REBUILDING CRASHED NEW 2021 FORD F150 PLATINUM IN 16 MINUTES
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-150?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 643 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Ford F-150?
NHTSA lists 643 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Ford F-150 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.