2021 Ford F450 Sd recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 12 2021 Ford F450 Sd recalls, newest first
Mar 17, 2026Fuel System, Diesel, DeliveryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 F Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 2021 to 2022 F600, and 2022 F750 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 18, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V158000 · Ford Motor Company
Oct 10, 2025Back Over Prevention, SoftwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 F250 SD, F350 SD, and F450 SD vehicles. The 360 degree view camera system may not display a rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions.
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display properly can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the image processing module software, free of charge.This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 30, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 13, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V686000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 19, 2025Steering, ColumnFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2021 F250, F350, and F450 vehicles. The steering column upper shaft may detach from the steering column and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering column, and repair or replace the upper shaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 20, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S94. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 23, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V626000 · Ford Motor Company
Jul 7, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F250 SD, F350 SD, F450 SD, F550 SD, 2021 to 2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F150, 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.
Fix: 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 campaign 25V455000 · Ford Motor Company
Jan 31, 2025Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Expedition, 2021 to 2022 Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image.
Risk: Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S05.
NHTSA campaign 25V048000 · Ford Motor Company
Dec 20, 2024Fuel System, Diesel, DeliveryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 F Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021 to 2022 F650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S78.
NHTSA campaign 24V957000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 9, 2023Equipment, OtherFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 to 2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third row seating; and 2019 to 2023 F Super Duty F250, F350, F450, and F550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Risk: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
NHTSA campaign 23V420000 · Ford Motor Company
Apr 14, 2022Visibility, Windshield Wiper/washerFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2021 F150, Expedition, 2020 to 2022 Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, and 2020 to 2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.
NHTSA campaign 22V250000 · Ford Motor Company
Jan 14, 2022Fuel System, DieselFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and Medium Duty F650 and F750 vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. A small void may be present in the top center of the vehicle's underhood secondary fuel filter cap, which may progress to a pinhole over time, allowing fuel to leak from the top of the secondary fuel filter.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the primary and secondary fuel filters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S01.
NHTSA campaign 22V013000 · Ford Motor Company
May 25, 2021Power Train, Axle HubsDo not driveFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F350, F450, F550, and F600 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels and front wheel hub extenders. The front wheel hub extenders may be improperly attached to the front rotor hub assemblies, which could result in separation of the wheels and wheel extenders from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached wheel and wheel extender can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are instructed not to drive their vehicles until the torque of the wheel extender nuts can be verified. Dealers will inspect and tighten the front wheel hub extender nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S26.
NHTSA campaign 21V390000 · Ford Motor Company
May 24, 2021Trailer Hitches, Fifth Wheel AssemblyFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Super Duty F350 and F450 vehicles equipped with a fifth wheel left hand mounting bracket that may be cracked.
Risk: A cracked mounting bracket could result in the fifth wheel detaching from the vehicle while towing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the mounting bracket, and replace the bracket if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S23.
NHTSA campaign 21V379000 · Ford Motor Company
Feb 18, 2021Visibility, WindshieldFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F150 and 2020 to 2021 F250, F350, F450, and F550 Super Duty vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C06.
NHTSA campaign 21V090000 · Ford Motor Company
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Ford F450 Sd have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford F450 Sd, including 1 marked do not drive. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2021 Ford F450 Sd has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.