2021 Ford F-750 SD: common problems
The maker issued 69 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 69
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- 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.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2572 to update the Parts List to correct the part number LC3Z-6006-L to…
This article supersedes TSB 25-2572 to update the Parts List to correct the part number LC3Z-6006-L to LC3Z-6781-A, remove the flex plate bolts AL3Z-6379-BA from the parts list as these bolts are in kit LC3Z-6781-A…
- Some 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59…
Some 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a 6.8L/7.3L engine and 2021-2025 E-Series/F-650/F-750…
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2322 to update the Service Procedure, Labor Operations and Parts List
Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an upper engine ticking or tapping noise at idle. Customers may also report experiencing rough engine performance, engine misfire, or a malfunction…
- Some 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped…
Some 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis/F-650/F-750/Transit vehicles equipped with a 2.7L/3.5L (non hybrid)/6.8L/7.3L engine and 2021-2026 E-Series may…
- Some 2021-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59…
Some 2021-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a 6.8L/7.3L engine and 2021-2026 E-Series/F-650/F-750…
- Some 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped…
Some 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis/F-650/F-750/Transit vehicles equipped with a 2.7L,3.5L EcoBoost (non-hybrid), 3.5L Cyclone, 6.8L or 7.3L engine, may…
- Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Line Trucks Equipped with Diesel Engines - Particulate…
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Line Trucks Equipped with Diesel Engines - Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Reimbursement
- Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an incorrectly illuminated…
Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an incorrectly illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0420 and/or P0430 stored in the powertrain control…
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2200 to update the parts list to add the new camshaft and tappet service…
This article supersedes TSB 25-2200 to update the parts list to add the new camshaft and tappet service kit and add F-650/F-750. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an upper engine…
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal…
While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some…
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2087 to update the Part List
Some 2020-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 10R140 automatic transmission may exhibit harsh reverse to drive engagements without diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). This may be due to sticking valves in the main…
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2307 to update the Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Transit Connect, 2019-2023 Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2021 Expedition/Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/Super Duty/EcoSport, 2020-2024…
NHTSA lists 69 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-750 SD?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 69 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Ford F-750 SD?
NHTSA lists 69 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-750 SD 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.