2021 Ford E-350 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 50%of 22 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the engine of the 2021 Ford E-350, 50% of the 22 complaints for this model year. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Engine failure at 78,172, excess wear to the camshaft lobes and valve tappet surface. We have had 22 failures. There was a recall -24B27 for 2021 and 2022 models year for idle oil pressure. Most vans had 70 to 80k on them by the time we received a letter. Some engine have been changed twice. Ford has a serious problem and is not acknowledging it. Please help! Montachusett Regional Transit Authority , Fitchburg MA 01420”
NHTSA complaint #11701901, filed 2025-11“This is one of 4 of my 2021 ford econoline fleet vehicles purchased in 2021 that have had engine failure. I am one of many contractors in my area and others around the country who have had this issue with the same F59 engine. Ford has failed to issue a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11643142, filed 2025-02“This is one of 4 of my 2021 ford econoline fleet vehicles purchased in 2021 that have had engine failure. I am one of many contractors in my area and others around the country who have had this issue with the same F59 engine. Ford has failed to issue a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11643144, filed 2025-02“This is one of 4 of my 2021 ford econoline fleet vehicles purchased in 2021 that have had engine failure. I am one of many contractors in my area and others around the country who have had this issue with the same F59 engine. Ford has failed to issue a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11643148, filed 2025-02“Engine misfire on a 2021 Ford E-350 cutaway, 7.3L V8, used for parcel delivery. The vehicle was delivered to Ford of Spartanburg (Ford dealership) for diagnosis. The vehicle is still out of service. Ford's diagnosis, Repair Order 593079, June 26, 2026: WILL NEED TO REPLACE ALL SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES, WILL ALSO NEED TO REPLACED ALL COILS DUE TO MISFIRES ON ALMOST EVERY CYLINDER. The Ford service advisor wrote the same day: The engine also has a misfire that is unrelated to the transmission concern. …”
NHTSA complaint #11763935, filed 2026-09Related recalls
- 25V793000Nov 17, 2025Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles that received an incomplete software update under recall 20V795. The engine cover…Covers: Ford E-350 2021, E-450 2021
- 20V795000Dec 17, 2020Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 E-350 and E-450 vehicles. The underside of the engine cover may have mispositioned insulation, allowing…Covers: Ford E-350 2021, E-450 2021
Related service bulletins
- 11034010Jun 19, 2026This article supersedes TSB 25-2572 to update the Parts List to correct the part number LC3Z-6006-L to LC3Z-6781-A, remove the flex plate bolts AL3Z-6379-BA from the parts list…
- 11030797Mar 20, 2026Some 2021-2026 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a 6.8L/7.3L engine…
- 11025854Nov 26, 2025This article supersedes TSB 25-2322 to update the Service Procedure, Labor Operations and Parts List. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an…
- 11025526Nov 10, 2025Some 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis/F-650/F-750/Transit vehicles equipped with a 2.7L/3.5L (non…
- 11020044Jun 25, 2025Some 2021-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2021-2025 Bronco/Bronco Sport/E-Series/Escape/Corsair/Expedition/Navigator/Explorer/Aviator/F-150/F-Super Duty/Mustang/Ranger, and 2022-2025…
- 11018524May 19, 2025Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an upper engine ticking or tapping noise at idle. Customers may also report experiencing rough engine…
- 11018521May 13, 2025Some 2020 Continental, 2020-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair/F-150/F-Super Duty/Ranger/Transit/E-Series, 2021-2025 Bronco, and 2022-2025 Maverick…
- 11008373Sep 11, 2024In affected vehicles, the Variable Displacement Oil Pump (VDOP) delivers oil to the engine at low pressure/capacity during idle conditions. Reason for supplement: software now…
- 11002845Jun 21, 2024Certain 2020-2024 Super Duty and 2021-2025 Model Year Econoline Equipped With a 6.8L or 7.3L Gasoline Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update In affected vehicles…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 7% |
| 2021 | 11 | 50% |
| 2017 | 2 | 15% |
| 2014 | 3 | 18% |
| 2013 | 2 | 15% |
| 2012 | 3 | 19% |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% |
| 2010 | 2 | 12% |
| 2008 | 3 | 8% |
| 2006 | 4 | 8% |
| 2005 | 5 | 9% |
| 2004 | 3 | 7% |
| 2003 | 4 | 9% |
| 2002 | 4 | 8% |
| 2001 | 3 | 6% |
| 2000 | 2 | 3% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 1 | 2% |
| 1996 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2021 Ford E-350
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Ford E-350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology