Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Ford F-350
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2021 Ford F-350, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 91 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel System, Diesel 21 complaints
- Engine 14 complaints
- Electrical System 12 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 12 complaints
- Power Train 10 complaints
- Unknown or Other 10 complaints
Of the 91 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash and 4 a fire; across all 91 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Ford F-350 has a moderate number of complaints mainly about its fuel system and engine. The evidence is limited due to unavailable recall data, preventing a comprehensive assessment.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | Unknown | $300–$1,200 | common |
| Engine | Unknown | $500–$3,000 | common |
| Electrical system | Unknown | $200–$1,500 | occasional |
| Power train | Unknown | $800–$3,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire rotations and balancings
- Battery and electrical checks
- Brake pad inspections
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Coolant system flushes
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Diesel smell or leaks
- Engine misfires or stalls
- Electrical malfunctions
- Unusual transmission noises
- Erratic vehicle speed control
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Ford F-350 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.