2021 Ford F-250
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 107 |
| 1992 | 119 |
| 1993 | 130 |
| 1994 | 123 |
| 1995 | 184 |
| 1996 | 176 |
| 1997 | 304 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 581 |
| 2000 | 326 |
| 2001 | 220 |
| 2002 | 156 |
| 2003 | 116 |
| 2004 | 153 |
| 2005 | 144 |
| 2006 | 221 |
| 2007 | 60 |
| 2008 | 195 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 73 |
| 2011 | 248 |
| 2012 | 266 |
| 2013 | 95 |
| 2014 | 142 |
| 2015 | 273 |
| 2016 | 275 |
| 2017 | 1082 |
| 2018 | 382 |
| 2019 | 1151 |
| 2020 | 253 |
| 2021 | 158 |
| 2022 | 116 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
15% of complaints: fuel system, diesel — 24 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: suspension — 17 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: steering — 14 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 12 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Ford F-250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, diesel issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (17 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2021 Ford F-250 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Ford F-250 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-250?
The most-reported component is fuel system, diesel, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-250 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.