2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 24, 2026IAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   the issues associated with this recall still dont seem to be remedied. I believe a solution should have been provided from the manufacturer by now

   NHTSA complaint #11766726 · source
2. Filed Jul 27, 2026WIBody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   The vehicle is currently at Kayser Automotive Group located at 2303 West Beltline Hwy Madison, WI 53713, their direct line is [XXX], since the diagnoses of the corrosion of the DCN. SYSTEMS & COMPONENTS THAT FAILED: A faulty or clogged engine bay drain plug failed to divert water, causing significant water accumulation that routed into the interior cabin. This water intrusion directly soaked interior carpeting and exposed the Data Communication Network (DCN) connector and…

   NHTSA complaint #11753065 · source
3. Filed Jul 6, 2026FLBody & StructureElectrical SystemSuspension

   Good Afternoon. The Pro Power Onboard high-voltage electrical system has experienced a permanent malfunction, locking out with a "Ground Fault Detected" warning. The vehicle is a 2021 Ford F-150 Rocky Ridge conversion. This failure stems directly from a defective or incomplete execution of Safety Recall 23S35 (NHTSA Campaign 23V613000).The initial remedy applied by the dealership consisted only of adding protective tape to the rear wiring harness. However, due to the…

   NHTSA complaint #11748514 · source
4. Filed Jun 15, 2026TXElectrical SystemEngine

   2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid, VIN [XXX]. At 112,000 miles — just 1,000 miles outside of warranty — the vehicle experienced catastrophic failure of the hybrid battery system. Ford's own technician diagnosed a short in the high voltage battery system that caused damage to the hybrid electric drive unit. Repair estimate is $19,000. Ford declined goodwill warranty coverage despite the vehicle being only 1,000 miles outside warranty and the failure occurring on a known…

   NHTSA complaint #11744171 · source
5. Filed Mar 25, 2026OKElectrical SystemEngine

   Vehicle Information 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost VIN: [XXX] Complaint Description While driving approximately 70 mph on a highway, my 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost suddenly displayed a “Stop Safely Now” message and immediately lost propulsion. The engine shut down without warning while I was in active traffic. After the shutdown, the vehicle automatically shifted into park and would not allow me to shift into neutral. This left me unable to move the vehicle out of a live traffic…

   NHTSA complaint #11726933 · source
6. Filed Dec 1, 2025MAFireElectrical System

   My Ford F150 was traveling on I95 North in Maryland when an emergency notice on the dashboard told be to pull over. The truck would not restart and had to be towed to a Ford dealer. I have since been told a controller module caught fire and damaged the hybrid battery and both would need to be replaced at a cost of over $10,000. This is a know issue and other Ford F150 Hybrid trucks as well as other Ford cars have already been recalled. Ford claims that my VIN was not…

   NHTSA complaint #11702253 · source
7. Filed Mar 3, 2025140,000 miMITowedElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. While at a stoplight, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to move or respond as needed. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who informed the contact that the failure might be battery-related. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and…

   NHTSA complaint #11646031 · source
8. Filed Jan 18, 2025115,000 miCAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   When turning right there was a complete loss of power with no response from the throttle it was just stuck coasting at 20klm hr. For 20 seconds or so then throttle kicked in and normal operation again. This has happened twice now in the past week. Very dangerous especially when turning into traffic.

   NHTSA complaint #11636701 · source
9. Filed Jan 3, 2025UTElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   I purchased a 2021 Ford F-150 Powerboost Lariat in November 2022. It was advertised as a Gold Certified Used vehicle. In October I stopped and put the truck in park, and when I got back in the truck it wouldn’t shift out of Park. The Message in the instrument panel said to shift into Park to start. However, the shift lever was stuck in Park with the yellow light flashing next to P. I had to spend $100 to have my truck towed to Young Ford in Ogden, Utah which is the closest…

   NHTSA complaint #11633808 · source
10. Filed Dec 16, 2024MIElectrical System

    Very frequent error message and bell/chime saying pedestrian warning alert system failure. It is at the dealer now for service and they are claiming that this safety device isn't covered by warranty. This happens at low speeds, doesn't happen on the highway. It is very frequent, multiple times per minute at times.

    NHTSA complaint #11630889 · source
11. Filed Dec 6, 202446,000 miMNElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a message on the infotainment screen that the "The Pro Power Onboard Has Detected a Fault" was displayed. The contact stated that the charging outlet in the vehicle became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it diagnosed and determined that a software update was needed. The outlet module was replaced, and the software was updated but the failure persisted. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11629235 · source
12. Filed Sep 30, 2024GADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemSteering

    Continues issues with the electrical and hybrid system. This is the second time of complete vehicle failure, although the power steering went out completely and the automatic parking brake briefly activated before the truck completely failed / quit running.

    NHTSA complaint #11617191 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology