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2021 Ford F-250 SD: engine failure

5 of the 171 complaints about the 2021 Ford F-250 SD describe engine failure.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
3%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 36 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

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What owners say

Filed Nov 4, 2026 · Engine · AZ

I have a 2021 Ford F250, the truck was bought new has 34,467 miles on .Oil changes every 5000 miles. Was returning home from camping and engine developed a miss, engine light came on,I was able to make it home and engine developed a loud ticking noise in the upper part of the engine. Truck was towed to a Ford dealer ,where it sits for the past 2 weeks ,waiting on Ford to decide what they are going to do with it. Dealer told me ,after a tear down ,that Ford wanted ,that it was the cam and lifters. This is a known problem ,and Ford dropped the ball on a recall on this engine. Besides the cam ,lifter issue ,there is an oil pump problem with this year engine. I bought the truck as a retirement gift to myself, and now appears to be the worse decision I've made. I believe Ford needs to replace the engine and not just fix the cam and lifters as small metal particles will be through out the engine due to the above failures and will cause a failure again.

Filed May 22, 2026 · Fuel system · 124,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated and the engine seized. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with metal shavings on the fuel injectors. The contact was informed that the fuel system and fuel injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of the recall, the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed high pressure fuel pump. The contact was informed that the high pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of a gasoline odor in the fuel system. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was informed that the dealer denied the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.

Filed Jan 2, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

driving on two lane road with low visibility - car lost power and stopped in road- ford refused to cover repairs /tow for over one year vehicle sat - they compromised with us paying half for new engine -

Filed Jun 11, 2025 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the CP4 pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Apr 17, 2025 · Engine · CA

Engine loss of power - engine failure. My vehicle was serviced regularly with Ford dealership. Just weeks after an oil change at dealership I had sudden catastrophic engine failure. They found metal in my oil and stated my engine had failed due to faulty pump. I contacted ford dealership and customer service center, and they refused to repair as I was about 125864 miles (25k over warranty) on a truck they told me would last 400k with proper Maintenace. I have been making my monthly payments on this large paperweight and now there is a recall, and I still cannot get ford to repair the vehicle

Questions about the 2021 Ford F-250 SD engine failure

Is engine failure a common problem on the 2021 Ford F-250 SD?

5 of 171 owner complaints about the 2021 Ford F-250 SD (3%) mention engine failure. The model year with the most reports is 1999.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2021 Ford F-250 SD?

There are 0 recalls and 36 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2021 Ford F-250 SD

Fuel pump 12Backup camera 9Check engine light 7Loss of power 7Slipping 5Transmission failure 5

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