2021 Ford F-150 Lighting Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are lighting problems on the 2021 Ford F-150?
115 owners have reported lighting problems on the 2021 Ford F-150, 11% of all complaints for this year and the 4th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 49,000–95,000 miles. 3 recalls cover this area.
115 complaints 11% of all 2021 complaints 54,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (12 of 115). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Lights complaints by the year the problem happened.
Lights complaints by F-150 year
Related recalls
Trailer module may lose brake and light signals
Crash riskWhile towing a trailer, the vehicle's trailer control module can lose contact with the car, which may cut out the trailer's brake and turn signal lights or its brakes. Without them, you may have trouble controlling the trailer and other drivers may not see it, raising the risk of a crash.
Fix: A dealer will update the trailer module software, or it will be updated over the air, at no charge to you.
Recall 26V104000 · Feb 2026Back up lights
An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights. Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
Recall 25V348000 · May 2025Back up lights, Software
An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights. Disabled reverse lights cannot alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
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Other 2021 Ford F-150 problems
Common questions
What are common 2021 Ford F-150 lighting problems?
Complaints most often name the headlights, bulbs and tail lights.
At what mileage do 2021 Ford F-150 lighting problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 49,000–95,000 miles. The middle value is about 54,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2021 Ford F-150 lighting problems?
Yes: 26V104000, 25V348000, 24V443000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which F-150 year has the most lighting complaints?
The 2021 F-150, with 115 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.