2021 Ford F-650

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2021 Ford F-650
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:31:40.580Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2021

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2011: 2 complaints 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2016: 1 complaint 2017: 3 complaints 2021: 4 complaints 2021 4 2022: 2 complaints
2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2021: 4 complaints 2021 4 2022: 2 complaints 2022
2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 3 complaints 2017 2021: 4 complaints 2021 4 2022: 2 complaints 2022

2021: 4 complaints

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Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

4 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-06-01

Also filed under Service brakes, air and service brakes, hydraulic

Wheels

1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.

Power train

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-10

Fuel system, diesel

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, diesel.

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The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-650. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-19

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2020-12-21Power train20V691000 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.

    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.

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    2022-01-28Fuel system, diesel22V013000 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.

    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.

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    2026-01-23Fuel system, diesel24V957000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles.

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

2021 Ford F-650 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 20V691000 · Power train
  • Recall 22V013000 · Fuel system, diesel
  • Recall 24V957000 · Fuel system, diesel

FAQ

Is the 2021 Ford F-650 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-650?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-650 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.