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2021 Ford F-650 problems

The most common problem on the 2021 Ford F-650 is brakes. It has 2.0 times the complaints of a typical F-650 model year.

Typical year2.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
4
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
14
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2021 Ford F-650 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Transmission
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Transmission
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 3

Fuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pumpReported December 20, 2024 · 295,449 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 24V957000 · Recall details

Fuel system, dieselReported January 14, 2022 · 19,697 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 22V013000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and linesReported November 10, 2020 · 225 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 20V691000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Ford F-650 14

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 14 bulletins for the 2021 Ford F-650

What 2021 Ford F-650 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 10, 2025 · Fuel system · 146,000 miles · FL

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 were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V455000(Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 146,000.

Filed Mar 19, 2025 · Fuel system · CA

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-650. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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 dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure until after the recall was repaired; however, the contact was charged for the recall repair. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Oct 13, 2022 · Brakes, Transmission · OH

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.

Filed Jun 1, 2022 · Brakes · 5,700 miles · NM

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 found regarding the brake pedal and the abnormal sounds. However, the parking brake was repaired. The contact stated that the brake pedal continued to make abnormal sounds while driving from a complete stop. The ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ABS and the traction control sensors were replaced on the rear passenger’s side of the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The dealer then replaced the master cylinder however, the brake pedal continued to make abnormal sounds while driving from a complete stop. Additionally, the contact stated that he smelled a burning odor coming from the rear passenger's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake caliper needed to be replaced; however, the parts for repair were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised that the parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 5,700.

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Questions about the 2021 Ford F-650

Is the 2021 Ford F-650 reliable?

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2021 Ford F-650, 2.0 times a typical F-650 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Ford F-650?

Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is fuel system (2).

How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-650 have?

3 recalls, covering fuel system, diesel and power train.

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