2021 Ford F-150 specs & fitment
14th generation. The 2021 Ford F-150 has bolt pattern 6x135 (87.1 mm bore), towing up to 14,000 lb, oil 5W-20, 5W-30, tires 245/70R17, LT265/70R17C and more.
Wheels & bolt pattern
- Bolt pattern
- 6x135
- Lug count
- 6
- Center bore
- 87.1 mm
Factory wheel sizes
- 18x7.5 (base)
- 17x8.5 (Raptor)
- 18x7.5 (Tremor)
Source: ANKUSI Wheel Fitment Dataset (CC BY 4.0). How to read a bolt pattern.
Engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Horsepower | Fuel | MPG city | MPG hwy | MPG combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 325 | Regular Gasoline | 18–20 | 24–26 | 20–22 | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | 250 | Diesel | 20 | 27 | 23 | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | 282 | Regular Gasoline (E85 capable) | 19–20 | 22–24 | 20–21 | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 400 / 450 | Regular Gasoline | 14–18 | 16–24 | 15–20 | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 5.0L 8-cyl | 400 | Regular Gasoline (E85 capable) | 16–17 | 22–24 | 18–20 | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 3.5L 6-cyl turbo hybrid | — | Regular Gasoline | 24–25 | 24–26 | 24–25 | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov; horsepower from EPA fuel-economy test-car data.
Towing capacity
Maximum trailer weight ranges up to 14,000 lb, depending on configuration. F-150 towing capacity by year · what GCWR and tongue weight mean
| Configuration | Max trailer | Tongue | GCWR | Required | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L PFDI V6, 3.73 axle (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 8,200 lb | — | 12,600 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 19 |
| 5.0L 4-Valve V8 (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 13,000 lb | — | 17,900 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 19 |
| 3.0L Turbo (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 12,100 lb | — | 17,900 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 19 |
| 2.7L GTDI V6 (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 10,100 lb | — | 15,300 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 20 |
| 3.5L GTDI V6 (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 14,000 lb | — | 19,300 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 20 |
| 3.5L GTDI V6 H. O, 4.10 axle (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 8,200 lb | — | 14,500 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 20 |
| 3.5L Hybrid V6 (max conventional-towing rating across cab/wheelbase/drive columns for this engine; guide footnotes on that cell (equipment packages) apply) | 12,700 lb | — | 18,400 lb | — | 2021 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide, p. 20 |
Tire sizes
| Size | Trim | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 245/70R17 | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| LT265/70R17C | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| 265/60R18 | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| 275/65R18 | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| LT265/70R18C | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| 275/60R20 | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| 275/50R22 | — | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
| 275/70R18 | Tremor | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 6 |
Engine oil type & capacity
| Engine | Oil grade | Capacity with filter | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3-liter Ti-VCT V6 FFV | 5W-20 | 6.0 qt | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 1 |
| 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 | 5W-30 | 6.0 qt | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 1 |
| 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 | 5W-30 | 7.75 qt | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 1 |
| 3.0-liter Power Stroke V6 diesel | 5W-30 | 6.5 qt | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 2 |
| 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 | 5W-30 | 6.0 qt | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 2 |
| 3.5-liter PowerBoost full hybrid V6 (PowerBoost hybrid) | 5W-30 | 6.0 qt | 2021 F-150 Technical Specs (Ford Motor Company), p. 2 |
Battery & wiper blades
- Battery (3.0L Power Stroke diesel)
- Group 49 (H8), AGM low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums)
- Battery (gas / hybrid)
- Group 48 (H6), AGM, standard low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums)
- Battery (gas / hybrid)
- Group 94R (H7), AGM, optional low confidence Third-party battery research (autopadre.com, autofiles.com, forums)
- Wiper blades
- Driver 22", passenger 22" third-party Rain-X Blade Size Finder: 2021 Ford F-150
Verify group size on your battery label or owner's manual before purchasing.
Dimensions & weight
- Length
- 207.1–248.4 in (5260–6310 mm)
- Width
- 79.9–86.6 in
- Height
- 75.2–79.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 122.8–164.2 in
- Curb weight
- 4019–5697 lb
14 body/drive variants measured by Transport Canada (Canadian Vehicle Specifications).
Safety: recalls, complaints, crash ratings
- Recalls
- 29
- Owner complaints
- 1287
- NCAP overall
- 5 stars
| Tested variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Regular Cab PU/RC 2WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab PU/EC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab PU/EC 2WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab Diesel PU/EC 4WD | — | — | — | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Cab Diesel PU/EC 2WD | — | — | — | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew PU/CC 2WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew Diesel PU/CC 4WD | — | — | — | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew Diesel PU/CC 2WD | — | — | — | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew HEV PU/CC 4WD | — | — | — | 4 |
| 2021 Ford F-150 Super Crew HEV PU/CC 2WD | — | — | — | 4 |
Recall campaigns (29)
- 26V489000 2026-07-28: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- 26V402000 2026-06-24: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- 26V104000 2026-02-20: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
- 25V729000 2025-10-24: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- 25V455000 2025-07-07: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- 25V348000 2025-05-23: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
- 25V315000 2025-05-09: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- 25V169000 2025-03-14: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- 25V132000 2025-02-28: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
- 24V852000 2024-11-08: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- 24V635000 2024-08-23: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- 24V443000 2024-06-14: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- 23V896000 2023-12-22: POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
- 23V509000 2023-07-21: PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL
- 23V163000 2023-03-10: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- 22V842000 2022-11-15: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- 22V623000 2022-08-12: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- 22V414000 2022-06-10: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
- 22V250000 2022-04-14: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- 22V193000 2022-03-25: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
- 22V188000 2022-03-25: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- 22V142000 2022-03-11: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- 21V986000 2021-12-16: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- 21V805000 2021-10-15: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
- 21V653000 2021-08-23: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
- 21V533000 2021-07-15: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- 21V407000 2021-05-29: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
- 21V381000 2021-05-24: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- 21V090000 2021-02-18: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs.