2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid

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2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid
BUILT 2026-09-02

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2021: 248 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2021	248
2022	209
2023	93
2024	32
2025	17
2026	2

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

POWER TRAIN 49%

49% of complaints: power train — 122 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle shaft and axle assembly.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

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3.6.2021 - Ford F150 purchased at Battlefield Ford (Ourisman Ford), Manassus VA / registered in CT 7.27.21 â inspected by Torrington Ford, Torrington CT for rubbing sound front left side, nothing found / 6,325 miles 2.10.22 â inspected for same...

NHTSA ODI report, 20231228

Also filed under STEERING and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16%

16% of complaints: electrical system — 40 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing integrated trailer brake control and sensor/sending unit.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH

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The contact's father owned a 2021 Ford F-150.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211008

The vehicle is currently at Kayser Automotive Group located at 2303 West Beltline Hwy Madison, WI 53713, their direct line is [XXX], since the diagnoses of the corrosion of the DCN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260727

WHEELS 11%

11% of complaints: wheels — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

ENGINE 9%

9% of complaints: engine — 23 distinct reports on file.

INJURY

SERVICE BRAKES 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH INJURY

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Brakes failed to stop vehicle when entering my garage.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220205

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (122 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (40 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for wheels issues (27 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.