MYRModel Year Report

2021 Ford F-350

▲ Better than typical
2021 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:55:07.743Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F-350 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2021 highlighted. 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 95 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 88 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints 2021
2021: 88 complaints
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YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199495
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200388
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL 25%

25% of complaints: fuel system, diesel — 22 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 12 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

On 11/19/25 , my 2021 Ford f350 burned to the ground due to engine malfunction. From what the fire department said.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251201

On highway for 2 hours, pulling 5th wheel trailer. Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaning alert went on.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240728

The cable connecting the engine block heater caught on fire near the plug. My right hand, thumb and index finger were burned while disconnecting the cable. I was able to stop fire from consuming the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20221224

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, diesel issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1991 ▲ 2007 ▲ 1992

WORST YEARS

■ 2017 ■ 2019 ■ 1999

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FAQ

Is the 2021 Ford F-350 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Ford F-350 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford F-350?

The most-reported component is fuel system, diesel, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-350 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.