2021 Ford F-150 Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2021 Ford F-150?
101 owners have reported engine problems on the 2021 Ford F-150, 10% of all complaints for this year and the 5th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 10,000–57,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
101 complaints 10% of all 2021 complaints 33,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (23 of 101). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by F-150 year
Related recalls
Hard parts internal / mechanical
Can stall7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge.
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Other 2021 Ford F-150 problems
Common questions
What are common 2021 Ford F-150 engine problems?
Complaints most often name the exhaust system, pipes, hoses, and fittings and emission control.
At what mileage do 2021 Ford F-150 engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 10,000–57,000 miles. The middle value is about 33,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2021 Ford F-150 engine problems?
Yes: 24V635000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which F-150 year has the most engine complaints?
The 2018 F-150, with 587 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.