2021 Ford F-650 recalls

4 safety recalls, 5 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

4Recalls
5Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2021 Ford F-650 recall list

Fuel System, Diesel recall

24V-957
December 20, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Safety risk
High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Ford's number for this recall is 24S78.

Fuel System, Diesel recall

22V-013
January 14, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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. A small void may be present in the top-center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a pinhole over time, allowing fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.
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.

Power Train recall

20V-691
November 10, 2020 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
Leaking transmission fluid may contact hot engine components, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S66.

Structure recall

20V-413
July 17, 2020 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 7.3L gasoline engines. The underbody heat shield and other heat-protection components were not installed during assembly. Without these components, the interior cabin floor and seat attachments may reach elevated temperatures in certain driving conditions.
Safety risk
Skin contact with certain areas of the cabin interior floor or seat attachments in these high temperature conditions may cause injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing underbody heat shield, thermal insulator patch, seat base covers, and seat bolt covers, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S36.

2021 Ford F-650 owner complaints

5 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 1 fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Fuel System, Gasoline2
Service Brakes2
Fuel System, Diesel1
Power Train1
Wheels1
Service Brakes, Air1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Recent complaints

July 10, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline

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. The driver pulled to the right side of the road and waited for towing assistance. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000(Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assis

March 19, 2025Fuel System, Diesel

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. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure until after the recall was repaired; however, the contact was charged for the recall repair. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

July 20, 2023Fuel System, GasolineFire

The contact works for a company that owned a 2021 Ford F-650 SD commercial vehicle. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, he heard an abnormally loud popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he looked at the side view mirrors and saw black smoke and a reflection of flames on the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The contact immediately veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that he jumped out of the vehicle and ran in the opposite direction. The contact that the vehicle exploded while he was contacting the police department. A police report was filed. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with the

October 13, 2022Power TrainWheelsService Brakes

The driver reported an intermittent burnt oil smell from rear of truck. We found the axle leaking gear oil, with gear oil soaking the brake pads and pooling in the wheel. Took to Ford dealer, where it was confirmed by the dealer and repaired under warranty.

June 1, 2022Service Brakes, AirService Brakes, HydraulicService Brakes

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. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that no issues were found regarding the brake pedal and the abnormal sounds. However, the parking brake was repaired. The contact stated that the brake pedal continued to make abnormal sounds while driving from a complete stop. The ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ABS and the traction control sensors were replaced on the rear passenger’s side of the ve

2021 Ford F-650 recall FAQ

Does the 2021 Ford F-650 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford F-650. The most recent, filed December 20, 2024, concerns the fuel system, diesel.

What are the most common 2021 Ford F-650 problems?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is fuel system, gasoline (2 reports), followed by service brakes.

Is the 2021 Ford F-650 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2021 Ford F-650.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 Ford F-650?

Contact any authorized Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.

This page combines NHTSA records for: F-650, F-650 SD.