Most common 2021 Ford F-59 problems
Share of the 4 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F-59 complaints by model year
Best F-59 years: 2011, 2012. Compare all years →
2021 Ford F-59 recalls (3)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Steering › Critical fasteners
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-59 vehicles. The bolt that secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may be improperly tightened, which could result in separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft bolt, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. An inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear wheel bearing damage and bearing seizure, and rear axle or driveshaft failure.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the rear wheel bearings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2021.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2021 Ford F-59 a good car?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 F-59 rates few complaints: 2.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the F-59 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Ford F-59?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next is the suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-59 have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2021 Ford F-59, the most recent from December 14, 2022 (tank assembly). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford F-59?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011 and 2012. See the full Ford F-59 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2021 Ford F-59 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.