2021 Ford F-150 Fuel System Problems
NHTSA logged 87 Fuel System complaints for the 2021 Ford F-150, 9% of that year's 1,012 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 39,000 miles. Two related recalls exist: campaign 25V455000 covering a low-pressure fuel pump and PCM update, and campaign 22V414000 for a single truck with an unsecured fuel tank strap.
- Fuel System complaints
- 87
- 9% of 1,012
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 39,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report the fuel tank front attachment strap detaching, producing a clunking noise, a strong fuel odor, and a visible fuel puddle under the truck.
- Some owners describe being notified of the fuel pump recall (campaign 25V455000) but report that replacement parts were not yet available at the time of the complaint.
- Owners report the fuel door sensor triggering a false check engine light and fuel-door-open warning even when the door is closed, tied to a small plastic pin in the door mechanism.
When 2021 Ford F-150 fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 4, 2023, latest Sep 17, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2021 Ford F-150
- NHTSA 25V455000Jul 7, 2025Fuel System850,318 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
- NHTSA 22V414000Jun 10, 2022Fuel System1 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 F-150 vehicle. A single vehicle may have been assembled without a fuel tank front attachment resulting in an unsecured fuel tank attachment strap.
Risk: An improperly attached fuel tank increases the risk of a fuel leak and potential for fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair (if necessary) the fuel tank strap bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S42.
Fuel System complaints by F-150 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many 2021 F-150 owners complained about the fuel system?
- NHTSA lists 87 Fuel System complaints for the 2021 Ford F-150, which is 9% of the 1,012 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2021 Ford F-150?
- Yes. Campaign 25V455000 covers a low-pressure fuel pump and PCM update, and campaign 22V414000 covers a single 2021 F-150 with an unsecured fuel tank strap.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems show up on the 2021 F-150?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 39,000 miles for Fuel System complaints on this model year.
- Did the fuel system issue cause any fires or crashes?
- NHTSA records show 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries associated with the 2021 F-150's Fuel System complaints.