Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Ford F-59
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Ford F-59 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V925000 Fuel Tank Paint May Peel and Result in a Fuel Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V145000 Improperly Installed Steering Shaft Bolt NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V202000 Inadequate Rear Axle Lubrication NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Suspension 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Ford F-59 faces several significant recall issues, notably in the fuel system, steering, and rear suspension. These issues, along with some engine complaints, suggest potential reliability concerns.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| fuel tank | 20,000–40,000 miles | $300–$600 | very common |
| steering shaft | 20,000–30,000 miles | $400–$800 | common |
| rear axle | 10,000–30,000 miles | $1,000–$2,000 | 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 inspections and servicing
- Tire rotations and alignment
- Cooling system checks
- Transmission fluid change
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Fuel odor or leaks
- Steering looseness or clunking
- Vibrations or noise from rear
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Ford F-59 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.