Ford F-150 2021–2025
14th generation · P702
NHTSA data through 13 August 20263,082 complaints, 575 with mileageMethod
A DO NOT DRIVE recall covers part of this generation — check the VIN before driving it home.
- Reports with mileage
- 575
- Median of reported failures
- 30,000 mi
- Most-reported system
- Transmission and driveline (22.5%)
- Recalls
- 55
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On this generation, failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 10,020 and 51,000 miles.
Figure 1 · Ford F-150 2021–2025 · 575 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
Complaints per 10,000-mile bin, 0 to 200,000 miles, equal bins on a linear scale. Tallest bar = 131 complaints.
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 10%
- 2,966
- 25%
- 10,020
- Median
- 30,000
- 75%
- 51,000
- 90%
- 81,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–10,000 | 131 | 22.8% |
| 10,000–20,000 | 90 | 15.7% |
| 20,000–30,000 | 60 | 10.4% |
| 30,000–40,000 | 81 | 14.1% |
| 40,000–50,000 | 60 | 10.4% |
| 50,000–60,000 | 35 | 6.1% |
| 60,000–70,000 | 32 | 5.6% |
| 70,000–80,000 | 21 | 3.7% |
| 80,000–90,000 | 20 | 3.5% |
| 90,000–100,000 | 14 | 2.4% |
| 100,000–110,000 | 10 | 1.7% |
| 110,000–120,000 | 7 | 1.2% |
| 120,000–130,000 | 8 | 1.4% |
| 130,000–140,000 | 3 | 0.5% |
| 140,000–150,000 | 1 | 0.2% |
| 150,000–160,000 | 2 | 0.3% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain. Complaint counts reflect what owners reported and are not a measure of failure rate per vehicle sold.
What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.
Owners filed 3,082 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021–2025 Ford F-150, and 575 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.
Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 10,020 and 51,000 miles. The median is 30,000 miles.
The most-reported areas are the transmission and driveline (22.5% of complaints, typically around 35,000 miles), the electrical system (13.0% of complaints, typically around 22,000 miles), the exterior lighting (7.9% of complaints, typically around 54,000 miles).
55 recall campaigns cover this generation. 1 of them carry a severe NHTSA advisory.
If you arrived asking “is it reliable?” — this page answers the version of that question the data can support: which problems owners reported, and at what mileage.
How many miles does a 2021–2025 Ford F-150 last?
Half of the failure reports on the 2021–2025 Ford F-150 were filed by 30,000 miles and 90% by 81,000 miles — figures drawn from 575 NHTSA complaints that record an odometer reading, so they time reported failures, not the cars whose owners never filed one.
Before you buy a 2021–2025 F-150: the 3-minute check
Generated from 575 mileage-tagged complaints, 55 recall campaigns, 2 documented problem areas. Print this page — the checklist survives print.
- A DO NOT DRIVE recall covers part of this generation. Run the VIN before you drive it home — the fix is free at any dealer.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 55 campaigns cover this generation; an open recall is a free repair you can make the seller's problem.
- Ask for forward collision avoidance repair records. This area fails at a median of 10,000 miles — on any car this age it already happened or never will; the question is whether it was fixed under warranty.
- Ask for brakes repair records. This area fails at a median of 9,000 miles — on any car this age it already happened or never will; the question is whether it was fixed under warranty.
- Check engine on 2021–2023 cars. 3.5L EcoBoost variable cam timing phaser rattle on cold start, traced to phaser lock-pin and oil-control wear; multiple Ford TSBs and phaser/chain kit replacements.
- Check transmission on 2021–2025 cars. 10R80 shift quality complaints (harsh 1-2 and downshift clunk) carried over from the previous generation.
- Complaint reports are not spread evenly across model years here — see the by-model-year table below before you settle on a year.
- End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car. Aggregate data describes the population; the example in front of you has its own history.
For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 10,000 and 51,000 miles, with a median of 30,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.
On inspection, the transmission and driveline and the electrical system are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The electrical system in particular shows a median failure mileage of 22,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.
None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.
What fails, and when
Figure 2 · Ford F-150 2021–2025
When each system fails
Bar spans the middle half of reports; the notch inside each bar is the median. Miles at failure on a proportional scale — equal distances are equal ratios, not equal miles.
- Brakes140 reports9,0004,000–24,000Brakes: 140 reports, median 9,000 miles, middle half 4,000 to 24,000 miles.
- Forward collision avoidance145 reports10,000620–24,000Forward collision avoidance: 145 reports, median 10,000 miles, middle half 620 to 24,000 miles.
- Engine158 reports14,0004,000–47,000Engine: 158 reports, median 14,000 miles, middle half 4,000 to 47,000 miles.
- Electrical system401 reports22,0007,500–38,000Electrical system: 401 reports, median 22,000 miles, middle half 7,500 to 38,000 miles.
- Visibility equipment112 reports32,00010,000–55,000Visibility equipment: 112 reports, median 32,000 miles, middle half 10,000 to 55,000 miles.
- Transmission and driveline694 reports35,00015,000–62,000Transmission and driveline: 694 reports, median 35,000 miles, middle half 15,000 to 62,000 miles.
- Exterior lighting243 reports54,00048,000–72,000Exterior lighting: 243 reports, median 54,000 miles, middle half 48,000 to 72,000 miles.
- Your odometer — appears after you enter it in “Where your car sits”
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first. The first 12,000 miles are shaded: that is the boundary this site uses between a manufacturing defect and ordinary wear, not a property of the world.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission and driveline | 694 | 22.5% | 35,000 | 15,000–62,000 |
| Electrical system | 401 | 13.0% | 22,000 | 7,500–38,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 279 | 9.1% | — | — |
| Exterior lighting | 243 | 7.9% | 54,000 | 48,000–72,000 |
| Engine | 158 | 5.1% | 14,000 | 4,000–47,000 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 145 | 4.7% | 10,000 | 620–24,000 |
| Brakes | 140 | 4.5% | 9,000 | 4,000–24,000 |
| Visibility equipment | 112 | 3.6% | 32,000 | 10,000–55,000 |
| Visibility/wiper | 105 | 3.4% | 22,000 | 15,000–49,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 93 | 3.0% | — | — |
Where your car sits
Failure reports by the odometer reading they were filed at. Pick the anchor nearest your car — or type the exact mileage: your marker lands on this curve and on the timing chart above.
Figure 3 · Ford F-150 2021–2025 · 575 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Share of mileage-tagged reports filed at or below each odometer reading. Steps rise only at bin edges, by exact counted shares.
- 60,000 mi — 79% of reports below
- 90,000 mi — 92% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 98% of reports below
- Median — the staircase crosses the 50% line here
- Your odometer — appears after you enter it below
Nothing is smoothed or interpolated. Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
At 60,000 miles
79% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.
Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records
- Electrical system — median 22,000 mi
- Engine — median 14,000 mi
- Forward collision avoidance — median 10,000 mi
- Brakes — median 9,000 mi
- Visibility equipment — median 32,000 mi
In the reporting window
- Transmission and driveline — middle half 15,000–62,000 mi
- Exterior lighting — middle half 48,000–72,000 mi
At 90,000 miles
92% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.
Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records
- Transmission and driveline — median 35,000 mi
- Electrical system — median 22,000 mi
- Exterior lighting — median 54,000 mi
- Engine — median 14,000 mi
- Forward collision avoidance — median 10,000 mi
- Brakes — median 9,000 mi
- Visibility equipment — median 32,000 mi
At 120,000 miles
98% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.
Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records
- Transmission and driveline — median 35,000 mi
- Electrical system — median 22,000 mi
- Exterior lighting — median 54,000 mi
- Engine — median 14,000 mi
- Forward collision avoidance — median 10,000 mi
- Brakes — median 9,000 mi
- Visibility equipment — median 32,000 mi
Which systems, and when
Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 30,000 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.
The transmission and driveline accounts for 22.5% of complaints (694 reports, 159 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 35,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 15,000 and 62,000 miles.
The electrical system accounts for 13.0% of complaints (401 reports, 61 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 22,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 7,500 and 38,000 miles.
The exterior lighting accounts for 7.9% of complaints (243 reports, 20 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 54,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 48,000 and 72,000 miles.
The engine accounts for 5.1% of complaints (158 reports, 34 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails early — a median of 14,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 4,000 and 47,000 miles.
Forward collision avoidance accounts for 4.7% of complaints (145 reports, 10 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails early — a median of 10,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 620 and 24,000 miles.
The brakes account for 4.5% of complaints (140 reports, 12 of them with a mileage figure), and they fail early — a median of 9,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 4,000 and 24,000 miles.
Differences between model years
Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2021 model year drew the most — 1,291 complaints — while 2025 drew the fewest at 167. The median year sits at 576.
That makes 2021 an outlier: roughly 2.2 times the median year of this generation. A single year standing that far apart usually reflects either a first-year issue that was later corrected, or a component change introduced for that year. Anyone shopping this generation has a straightforward reason to prefer a different year, all else being equal.
Recalls and what they cover
NHTSA records 55 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.
1 of these carry a severe advisory — NHTSA's do not drive or park outside warnings, which the agency applies only when it considers the risk immediate. If you own one of these vehicles, that is the first thing to check by VIN.
The campaigns cluster around the transmission and driveline (9), visibility equipment (7), the exterior lighting (6). Repeated recalls against the same area of the car generally mean the first remedy did not fully resolve the underlying problem.
Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.
Reported severity
What owners reported alongside the failure itself, out of 3,082 complaints against this generation:
- Crashes
- 128 (4.2%)
- Fires
- 35
- Injury reports
- 80
- Fatality reports
- 0
These flags are self-reported by complainants and unverified by NHTSA; one report can carry several flags, so the counts overlap and do not sum to a total. They are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. No chart is drawn here on purpose: overlapping counts spanning very different magnitudes cannot be honestly encoded as lengths.
Documented problems
Engine 2021–2023
3.5L EcoBoost variable cam timing phaser rattle on cold start, traced to phaser lock-pin and oil-control wear; multiple Ford TSBs and phaser/chain kit replacements.
Transmission 2021–2025
10R80 shift quality complaints (harsh 1-2 and downshift clunk) carried over from the previous generation.
By model year
| Year | Complaints | With mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,291 | 261 |
| 2022 | 797 | 168 |
| 2023 | 576 | 101 |
| 2024 | 251 | 34 |
| 2025 | 167 | 11 |
Recalls (55) — is your car included?
Jul 2026 · 2021–2022 · Fuel System, GasolineAn engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
What can happen. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Mar 2026 · 2021–2025 · Electrical SystemTrailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâ s ability to control the trailer and…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What can happen. Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâ s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Feb 2026 · 2025 · Service Brakes, HydraulicAn unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
What can happen. An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Nov 2025 · 2021–2023 · VisibilityA detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
What can happen. A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.
Oct 2025 · 2021–2024 · Back Over PreventionA frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
What can happen. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Sep 2025 · 2022 · Exterior LightingFlickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V686. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What can happen. Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C37.
Sep 2025 · 2025 · Engine and Engine CoolingAn engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 trucks. Contact with the engine coolant hose may chafe the engine wire harness or cause a pull out of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connector pins, causing the engine to stall.
What can happen. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect, replace the engine wire harness as necessary, and relocate the engine coolant hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2025. The parts are anticipated to be available the third quarter of 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S63.
Sep 2025 · 2025 · Electrical SystemAn instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, and 2025 F-150 vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
What can happen. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.
Aug 2025 · 2023–2025 · Power TrainDamaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
What can happen. Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 22, 2025. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number f
Aug 2025 · 2025 · Service Brakes, HydraulicAn unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
What can happen. An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Aug 2025 · 2022 · Exterior LightingFlickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V686 and 23V802. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What can happen. Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C38.
Aug 2025 · 2025 · Engine and Engine CoolingA damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
What can happen. A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
Jul 2025 · 2021–2022 · Engine and Engine CoolingA loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
What can happen. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
Jun 2025 · 2021 · Exterior LightingInoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Onboard Scales feature that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V443. An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.
What can happen. Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S57.
May 2025 · 2025 · SteeringA lower intermediate shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The lower intermediate shaft fasteners may be improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to come loose or detach.
What can happen. A lower intermediate shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S46.
May 2025 · 2024–2025 · Engine and Engine CoolingA rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
What can happen. A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
May 2025 · 2024–2025 · Engine and Engine CoolingA rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
What can happen. A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
May 2025 · 2021–2023 · Power TrainDamaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.
What can happen. Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.
May 2025 · 2025 · EquipmentA missing air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-150 vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
What can happen. A missing air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The free fix. Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C12.
Apr 2025 · 2021 · Power TrainAn unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-188. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for low transmission fluid pressure may falsely activate and cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
What can happen. An unexpected shift into neutral will cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S24.
Apr 2025 · 2024–2025 · Power TrainUnexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
What can happen. Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Apr 2025 · 2021–2022 · Electrical SystemLoss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
What can happen. Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Mar 2025 · 2022 · Exterior LightingFlickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What can happen. Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C30. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under 22V-686 and will need to have the new remedy performed.
Feb 2025 · 2024 · SteeringA fractured steering gear can cause the steering to bind or lock, resulting in a loss of steering control and…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 F-150 vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have been assembled with an incorrect rack, which can cause the gears to fracture.
What can happen. A fractured steering gear can cause the steering to bind or lock, resulting in a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S04.
Dec 2024 · 2021–2024 · EquipmentWithout a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of…
The defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
What can happen. Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The free fix. Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
What owners reported
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started and the gear shifter was shifted into drive(D), the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The…
2021 · 10 miles · Transmission and driveline
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that from the time the vehicle was delivered to him, the brake pedal had been making abnormal loud clicking sounds when depressed. The contact also stated that the brake booster had been making abnormal sounds whenever he depressed the brake pedal. The contact…
2021 · 100 miles · Hydraulic brake circuit
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal clunking sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened. The contact stated…
2021 · 150 miles · Transmission and driveline
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and jerked forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact continued driving to his residence. The failure recurred several times. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The…
2021 · 200 miles · Transmission and driveline
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