2021 Ford F-250 SD Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 7%of 167 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,528miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the body and structure of the 2021 Ford F-250 SD, 7% of the 167 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,528 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is 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.
“I am writing to submit a formal complaint concerning a persistent and costly issue with the 2021 Ford F-250 and models from previous and newer years, specifically related to the roof molding. It has come to my attention that numerous owners of these vehicles, including myself, are facing significant financial burdens due to a design flaw that necessitates the replacement of the roof molding. …”
NHTSA complaint #11588464, filed 2024-05“The drivers side door latch does not allow the driver to exist the vehicle as the door lock on the drivers door has only worked intermittently. When the lock doesn’t unlock on the drivers door, I have to use the passenger or rear doors to enter and/or exit the vehicle. The drivers door won’t even allow me to manually unlock the door using the latch—when I grip the latch tight enough to grab the door lock pin it cannot even be pulled up manually, it’s as if it is being pulled back down with heavy force. This is a significant hazard in the event of an emergency as I cannot exit the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11712112, filed 2026-01“While I was driving on the highway my hood popped up thankfully the safety catch held it but it was very unnerving I haven't been able to recreate the problem”
NHTSA complaint #11477322, filed 2022-08“This is what happen Thursday Night to my Truck sitting in my drive way. My entire wiring harness on the drivers side was under water.. I drove it to the dealership and it was still pouring water from the rear plugs. I have rubber floor mats and wouldn't have even noticed the issue if I didn't pull them to clean the truck. There are tons of truck having this issue. to fix it properly the bed has to be taken off the truck. The insurance company's total cars for electrical being covered in water. This is a recall issue Ford Surly needs to address and fix. …”
NHTSA complaint #11501747, filed 2023-01“The truck tailgate opened by itself 4 times since receiving the vehicle (5 month period). It happened both while stopped and while driving. This put drivers behind me at risk for cargo spilling out, though luckily that did not happen. The last incident scratched and dented the lift gate as it fell upon an attached bicycle rack in its raised storage position. I have not yet reported it to the dealer and plan to do so when I return from a trip. No messages on the dash were noticed. The problem appeared during the first month of use, but I assumed it must have not been fully closed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11419221, filed 2021-06Related recalls
- 22V087000Feb 16, 2022Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2022 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts…Covers: Ford F-250 SD 2017–2022, F-350 SD 2017–2022
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- 10226756Nov 8, 2022Some 2015-2022 F-150 and 2017-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles may experience issues with the tailgate center step moulding. If there is an issue with the center molding (warped…
- 10220381Sep 13, 2022This article supersedes TSB 22-2095 to update the vehicles affected. Some 2021-2022 F-150 and F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a B and O audio system may exhibit the rear…
- 10218614Aug 10, 2022Some 2017-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles may experience a loose/sagging underbody insulator that could be seen or heard by the customer. This may be due to insufficient retention. To…
- 10216489Jul 22, 2022Certain 2017-2022 Model Year Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a Power Release Tailgate - Unintended Tailgate Opening. In the affected vehicles, some customers report…
- 10214490Jun 15, 2022Some 2020-2022 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with power tailgate release may exhibit a perceived inoperative power tailgate latch release function. This may be due to a change…
- 10213705Jun 3, 2022Some 2021-2022 Super Duty, Navigator, and Expedition vehicles equipped with a power roof opening panel may experience a malfunction or an inoperable condition with the power roof…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 5% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 8 | 6% |
| 2021 | 11 | 7% |
| 2020 | 12 | 4% |
| 2019 | 21 | 2% |
| 2018 | 16 | 4% |
| 2017 | 66 | 6% |
| 2016 | 4 | 1% |
| 2015 | 7 | 2% |
| 2014 | 1 | 4% |
| 2011 | 4 | 3% |
| 2008 | 7 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 9 | 3% |
| 2004 | 7 | 3% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
| 2002 | 3 | 1% |
| 2001 | 4 | 1% |
| 2000 | 4 | 2% |
| 1995 | 1 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2021 Ford F-250 SD
44 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
25 complaintsElectrical system
18 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
17 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
10 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsLane departure
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Ford F-250 SD
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.
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