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2021 FORD F-550 SD Safety Overview

The 2021 FORD F-550 SD has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
  • Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
  • Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as high pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD F-550 SD owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2021 FORD F-550 SD 26V158000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 202...

High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 26V158000: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/17/2026
2021 FORD F-550 SD 25V455000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250...

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V455000: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/7/2025
2021 FORD F-550 SD 25V048000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Expedition, 2021-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350...

Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V048000: Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/31/2025
2021 FORD F-550 SD 24V957000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F60...

High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 24V957000: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/20/2024
2021 FORD F-550 SD 23V420000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicle...

Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning equipment:other:owners/service/other manual. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. If ignored, without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.. To fix this, ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge.

Reported: 6/9/2023
2021 FORD F-550 SD 22V250000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty ...

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. If ignored, inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge.

Reported: 4/14/2022
2021 FORD F-550 SD 22V013000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600,...

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.

NHTSA Recall 22V013000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/14/2022
2021 FORD F-550 SD 21V390000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 vehicles equip...

A detached wheel and wheel extender can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V390000: A detached wheel and wheel extender can increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/25/2021
2021 FORD F-550 SD 21V090000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and ...

In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.

A safety recall has been issued concerning visibility:windshield:critical fasteners. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 and 2020-2021 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles. If ignored, in the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.. To fix this, ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge.

Reported: 2/18/2021

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.