To be fair to the Powerboost, a lot of things you don't like are general F150 designs rather than an issue specific to the Powerboost. One thing that I'd say about the Powerboost is that I wished it kicked in a little more often.

Really nice video Dan as you’re showing both sides of the truck because I know you like it. Nowadays these videos sometimes can just be a how great it is but that doesn’t help people that may be buying them if there’s really problems. I have gone back-and-forth between the F150 and the ram 1500 multiple times but must say old F150 platinum is still my favorite truck.

The engineers don't understand the sun reflection issue because there isn't any sun in Michigan 😂

Well said! Agree on all points, especially the interior chrome, it's just NOT a good idea on any vehicle.

Great video! I have 2021 XLT fx4 and I have the 6th seat in the front that goes up and down. With that comes a column shifter and I love that seeing everyone complain about the center console shifter.

Absolutely great video thank you for your thoughts on this truck. I found them to be very informative!

The things you listed are almost deal breakers when spending the amount that you did. Thanks for making this video!

An exceptionally good review. Your five things, referenced and explained so well, I hope someone gets this video review to Ford and Ford fixes all that, because every point you made is a valid concern. Come on Ford, fix this stuff, now! Thanks for the creative and very useful review. I had been leaning towards the new GMC Sierra AT4X, but that collapsible, flat, center front console work space got my attention big time about the Ford F150 Raptor. I love the Raptor, but not if Ford doesn't fix these issues.

Great points, one thing Ford is "Focus" (sic) on is customer feedback, I feel you should bring their attention to your video.. the 2021 F150 is a great vehicle, your inputs would make it the ultimate truck.

Excellent video and I agree with all points after owning mine for 18 months. The transmission is not smooth at all (except in Eco mode), the door handles suck when trying to get my son in, the bed cargo camera when I moved, etc. I feel your pain. I've been a Ford guy my entire life, but I may become a GMC guy on my next purchase (who knows when). My battery just dropped from 12V to 11.5V and I got warnings everywhere for days and the main 12in screen stopped working at the same time. 4 days later the battery is happy, and the screen works but I didn't do anything. Technology is only as good as the human who programs it.

YES, you should be able to unlock the back doors from the outside. I have about 2K miles on mine went out last weekend with my 28' Airstream to a US Forest Campground no services on a beautiful lake and the 7.2K generator standard on my Limited did a great job powering the Airstream both A/C's and anything you wanted to turn on. I was surprised how well the generator did many times the truck was not even running and both air conditions on the Airstream are running. The Ford app is handy to monitor the usage. I purchased a heavy duty dongle to go from Generator round plug 30amps 240v to RV 50amp plug, it gave me 2 legs of 120v at 30amps each. We were there for 22 hours and 26 mins, as displayed on the truck and by the loss of distance to empty and gas gauge I estimate we used about 3.8 gallons in 22:26, not bad! When using the generator overnight don't forget to turn OFF Auto headlamps, Auto wipers and dim the display. I wish you had the option to turn off all displays as were the only one at the campground and it was pitch black dark, except for the glow of the instrument panel. (In two weeks camping again with the generator I will bring a black blanket to throw on the dash) 😂

I've had my new f150 for almost a year I had no issues with mine

As for the shiny interior parts, I worked at a gas station in the 60s when regular customers, who traveled cross-country, came in with their interior chrome taped over because of the reflection. Sixty years on the designers haven't learned.

I have a 2021 F150 Lariet, love the truck & agree with your comments. I have not experienced shifter mushiness but absolutely think the in-motion turnoff of the cargo bed camera needs to be fixed. Ford did not put much inside chrome in the Lariet trim. Side note: you should consider putting your child car seat in the middle of the back seat. It's much sager. Thanks. Brian

Thanks for the info I came very close to buying one Today And something just told me to wait till next year.

‘21 F150 3.5eco. 4,000 mi and 2 months of ownership. The only issue so far is came out of the factory with a faulty electrical boot. Other than that, getting 20-21 mpg average. 302A with trailer package and 4x4. Very happy with it. Shifts smooth. I was really hesitant about the 10speed but I think I got lucky and got one built right.

Great video! thanks for sharing.

Excellent video, and all VERY valid points. I bought my first Ford ever, a Ford F150 Lariat in 2018.... and like you, custom ordered it. I absolutely LOVE the truck..... but I can totally relate to these points.... with my top 2 being the proximity door handle and the camera issues you recounted. I have jerked my shoulder around countless times grabbing the rear door handle after a trip to Menards because I am 'trained' to open my driver's door with the proximity feature..... but not thinking that the feature is only active on the front door handles. Very frustrating - but has probably been humorous for people in the parking lot watching me jerk my body around unable to open the back door...haha And I have told people many times as well how stupid it is to not allow the rear cargo camera and rear tailgate camera to operate while moving.... makes ZERO sense. I would add, that I also hate the fact that you cannot have your side mirror spotlights on unless you are at a virtual standstill..... how about allowing them to operate up to 15 miles per hour?? Sometimes I am out in the country driving, and see a deer cross in front of me..... slow down..... and want to turn on the side mirror spotlights so that I can see if there are additional deer about to cross..... cannot do that.

If you go into settings, you can select for all doors to unlock when you hit the unlock button, or unlock from the sensor button on the driver door. That's how I have mine set.

I’m surprised that my #1 gripe didn’t make your list. The dang double honk when you exit the truck and close the door while it is running. Can’t turn it off with normal in-truck menu (need aftermarket like OBD2 and Forscan). I hate this so much! I’m with you on the back door lock. Every other vehicle I’ve owned since 2014 has it set to all handle unlock. I knew this going in (from the test drive) but I just couldn’t resist this sexy beast. But definitely very annoying. Great video great points!

Good to see yours running. Mine took a crap at 2k miles and been at Ford for almost a month

Great review 👍

I love this kind of review… Thank you! A year later!

Thank you for doing this.

Nice honest review well done

Nice video! I agree with most you listed. Interesting the rear door handles don't unlock with a sensor like the front ones. My 2020 Explorer Platinum has that feature. I thought about getting a F-150 Powerboost but I heard horrible things about bad mpg. Which I am not sure it;'s true.

I have a 21 F150 but an XLT and I love it. There are a few minor things like the rear doors not having the unlock sensors like you mentioned. That is a little annoying but I can live with it. The transmission did shift hard at first but after 5000 miles its smooth as glass. I cant even tell its shifting to be honest with you so the people that are complaining about it probably don't have enough miles on yet for the computer to learn their driving habits. Overall I'm very happy with my truck.

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Thanks for the video. The number one feature I hate about the powerboost is the lack of useable payload. I get it though. Batteries and options come at a price. A heavy price.

Well done detailed view sir. 👍👏

....that's why you wait for the second year of a new platform!!🤣👍...all joking a side...great video...great info to know!...stay safe out there!!😎👍🤙👍🤙🇨🇦

Great video, thanks.

I agree with every point you made in this video. I owned a brand new Lariat FX4 for about two months and ultimately traded it due to what you have described. I’d add a few more items to the list in my case: Rust on the frame and axle, thin paint on the roof, wipers hitting a-pillar. And I could go on and talk about the defective automatic tailgate, transmission missing shifts, hood coming unlatched, the remote not being found by the computer, and rattle behind the mirrors (that I fixed). But it might be upsetting to some.

just for the record I have not had a single issue with the lane keep assist feature. I own a maxed out Lariat PowerBoost. The gear shifter does have an issue , I have noticed it when going into reverse. I think recall is the solution. Transmission shifting can be jerky depending on how hard you are driving it.

Number 4 is a HUGE problem and why I avoided chromed parts inside or outside!!! Time to get rid of the shiny parts for safety!

Beautiful video

note about the camera concern you had. I have found that with my 21 f150 lariat it lets you use the bed camera on the small card on the screen. maybe its just a max tow thing but it would be interesting if your truck has that option. mine is a 501a Lariat with the max tow pack. my dad has a 21 f150 lxt without max tow. his does not have this screen on the right side of the radio.

Dan, I agree with you on the transmission issue. I've had 3 F-150s with the 10 speed tranny. 2011, 2017 and now 2021. They all did the intermittent hard shift... not consistently... and mostly at lower speeds. My PowerBoost does it less than my older models, but it still does it. You are spot on re: the cameras. They are way under utilized. You'd be surprised about how many software updates you have gotten. Mine had some really bad Sync4 bugs from day one (received it on March 5, 2021). But they have fixed almost all of them. My biggest issue is interfacing with my iPhone. It just intermittently goes stupid on me and I have to re-sync it with my phone. Oddly enough it seems to coincide more with iPhone updates than Ford updates. 😳 My biggest bitch about the software is one of the same you have. There are settings that should be able to be turned on and stay on. Like keep the stupid thing in ECO mode until I tell it otherwise, for one. I've never seen the "door unlocking" issue you have. On mine, if I walk up to the truck (FOB in pocket) and I touch the handle on the driver's door it unlocks all the doors. There is a little switch or something on the inside side of the driver's door handle.. try touching that. The drivers door handle is certainly different than the other 3. As for the Hybrid issue. It is almost useless for highway driving, but does get me a few more miles/gallon in city driving. ECO mode is supposed to give you better control of the Hybrid system... but what real use is a Hybrid pickup that can only go maybe a mile on electric and then only at slow speeds. I agree that it seems to be more suited to supporting the 7.2K watt "generator" than improving fuel mileage. Speaking of the "generator"... Its not all its cracked up to be. The rear 115V plugs are supposed to be 20 amp... HOWEVER I have an air compressor that if I plug it into the truck and start it, it trips the power off, every time, but I can plug it into a 15 Amp 115V plug in my garage and it has no issues tripping any breakers when starting, so to say this is "like a generator" is complete BS. I remember the first "word" I heard before these came out was that the Hybrid would be able to go 10 miles on a fully charged battery pack. NOT EVEN CLOSE! It is a Hybrid vehicle in name only... My biggest issue is this thing doesn't even come close to doing the 24 City 24 HIghway mileage. They pulled the same stunt on my old 2013 Fusion Hybrid by grossly overstating the fuel economy numbers. FTC sued them and we got an $800 check from Ford to make up for its overstated mileage. We now have a 2019 Fusion Titanium plug in Hybrid and it easily make the 43 MPG highway mileage number on the sticker and is a joy to drive... has a really tight suspension and handles like a dream. Cruise control at 70 MPH 280 mile trip from eastern Washington to Portland, Oregon. 275 miles. Gets 42/43 every time on premium fuel. It is a remarkable vehicle. And the idiots at FOMOCO were going to discontinue it after 2019. Thank goodness they came to their senses, at least temporarily.

Love my Platinum hybrid with the 7.2kw in the back….true game changer. Can basically camp off grid for as long as I want.

Thanks for the video, you'd think that Ford would have worked out the bugs in the software, seeing how it pretty much runs a significant part of the truck, before production and I definitely agree with the chrome interior, same would happen here in New Mexico, southeast to be exact, and I cringed a bit when I heard that clunky noise of the transmission, that can be a dangerous situation especially away from home. I've been trying to wrap my head around with either buying a truck with straight v8 or power boost, still undecided, I drive 250 miles 5x week, towing upwards of 2500-4k lbs of parts for paint and body shops in the area. Like to see an update after 1 year an if you received those software updates yet.

Great video!

Very informative. I have a 2022 Lariat and agree with the chrome issue. I would love any ideas on how to mute the intensity a bit.

Totally agree about the shifter. I have the same issue.

Got mine on order. I appreciate your feedback and am from Phoenix as well. That shifter drift is pretty yikes. One of the things I wish they could add is DVR function to the 360 camera, such as Tesla does. Why do I need to look at installing additional dashcams when i have 360 degrees and interior cameras already? Lets hope Ford gets their OTA update game in gear.

Excellent video.

Great points. Those would all drive me crazy

My 2013 Focus ST only has proximity door handles on the front as well. The trick is to touch the inside of the handle on the front door without opening it, then open up the back door. It's something I just got used to over the years, but it would be nice if the proximity handles were on the back doors too.

Love my 2022 Powerboost King Ranch , just 5,000 miles on it and zero problems, i ordered it without a Moon roof so I have no reflective problems ( not a fan of moon-roofs) , I miss the dual ( 4) visors , a nice dark relaxing cab and not getting crows feet . Enjoy !

Fantastic video, thank you!!!!!

Great video! I didn't know about the bed view camera limitation. Thanks for the heads up. I've been considering the bed view camera when looking for bed covers. Was leaning toward a hard roll up so that I could view the bed while driving. The tri/quad folds all obstruct the bed view camera when in the upright position. Do I stick with the hard roll up and hope for a software update?? Hmmm

I agree with many of your points. The shifter sucks. Mine doesn’t go in between gears like yours, but is very clunky. At this point would just rather a column shift. Also, power up driver/passenger windows return down. Sometimes one side, sometimes the other side. Does anyone find a difference with the B&O unleashed? Find my XL worktruck sounds as good. Also, the door handle unlock used to unlock all doors. Now just the front door. Seemed to change overnight. Overall getting good mileage. Sync 4 seems decent. Just some details to iron out

Thanks! This power boost is a bit weird to adjust to, but it makes up for it with the crazy torque, towing with this truck is pretty epic. My biggest gripe right now is that I like Android auto and very intermittently I can get it to record journeys on the ford app. Why can't they just make it work? I've also had to reboot the entertainment system twice now. Once it was playing Bluetooth audio, but it says audio was off and I couldn't turn it on, couldn't select Sirius/am/FM.... Another time the volume control for stuck to only adjusting the prompt volume. Final gripe is the pedestrian warning system and the backup sounds. If the ICE is running why do those still have to engage? Ford should at least give the option to disable that except when running on electric, which I am totally fine with.

Thanks for the video. A Ford "feature" is that most settings reset to default every time you shut the vehicle off. How annoying. I'd like to run my truck in Eco mode, but for my safety I have to set it to Eco every time I turn the vehicle on. I feel so safe. Imagine the carnage if I could keep it in Economy mode. Again, thanks for taking the time.

I have a 2021 also. Completely agree with all 5 points. I also experience bad breaking with this truck. My 2019 truck had much firmer breaking. Do not like the breaks in the 2021

I have 15,000 on my 2021 Lariet PB - I had problems with an insulating "pad" above the drive shaft, it came loose and made a thumping noise at certain speeds, the dealer knew exactly what it was and fixed with aluminum tape. That is the ONLY issue - I get 21 to 25 MPG all day long, city, highway (80 to 83) - change the oil every 5K this will be a high mileage vehicle for sure. The only critique I have - the shifter is flunky for sure, BUT you need to be patient with it - you can't just jump in, press start and slam it into gear - it takes a second or so for the electronics to "approve" the move if you will. It is really a well thought out truck, really incredible mileage, looks greats, hauls ASS and is fun to drive.

Great point about the cameras. I've been considering a power boost buy but the tech heaviness of the product has put me off to some extent. I tend to keep my vehicles for around 10 years so I'd be concerned about maintenance costs down the line. When Ford misses an obvious design opportunity they for some reason tend to not go back and try to remedy issues. I've always thought that the 360 camera system should have a way to attach a hard drive so you could capture the video but although it's been out there for a number of years now, they're still not including that as an option. From what I understand, it won't be available on 2024 models either.

Your camera point is very true. Cargo camera should be able to turn on, specially when moving!

Totally agree with #3, at first it didn't seem to happen but in the last month it has become very noticeable and I've landed in that nowhere space not in gear especially going into reverse.

I custom made mines. I didn’t need all those extra features. I wanted the hybrid engine, no floor Carpet, and work leather seats. That’s not a normal order so they didn’t have it at the dealer. I’m not a big fan of all those extra features because I fell like they break easily. I’m getting use to the shifting still. So far I love my truck. I can go 600 miles with a tank of gas and I can hall anything I need. Also it’s crazy fast, comfortable, and specious. I saved a ton of money custom making it. It came out to around $50k and I got 0% through ford, which was great.

Dan I am sure that Ford is working on the issues that you have mentioned. The reason for you to be optimistic about them working on those issues is the company knows they have been the best selling truck for years and years I am sure they understand that fixing those problems will keep customers coming back. I also purchased a new 21 Tri Glide today. I hope the weather holds for a while.

The only one that won't stay on while driving is front camera. The rear, hitch and bed will all turn off when you start driving, but you can subsequently turn them back on and they stay on. My kids love it.

Great job! Have you done a Sync reset yet?

Had the same sun and chrome issue on my 2107 tundra shifter area! I thought I was the only one!

Here is one more thing, The Bang & Olufsen sound system. When you move your balance to the rear your rear volume on the rear speakers drop way down. It is his way on all F-150 and the Ranger. They have recommended reaching out to the dealership or Ford which i have with no luck

I'm looking at the bench seat, both for the extra seat but largely to get a column shifter

Yeah the bed camera is a NHTSA issue. I agree, but it is what it is.

Had my replaced and it better than before on my shifter.

I agree. I have a powerboost as well. The shifter is horrible, camera's, like you said is ridiculous for actual usage and the rear view camera fishbowl is terrible. my 18 lariat had a nicer rear view camera. The chrome is so annoying. I took my PB in for a software update and the truck became a whole new and better truck after the update. It turned into the best truck i've owned. For the lane assist mode, theres a button on your steering wheel. Left side.

The main feature ford concentrated on right now is blue cruise and it is a priority, after that is done and delivered, other things will/might be fixed

Nice job

I'm in AZ as well and have a powerboost also. The lane keep assist + aid stays in for me all the time. You may need to reset your sync system. The chrome is a bit much to your point.

I’m MOPAR guy and moved over to Ford a few years ago. My current 21 f150 is actually pretty good. The only issue you have that I kinda have an issue is the interior chrome. But it’s not THAT big a deal to me. There are plenty of parts that aren’t chrome and still reflect a ton of sunlight…. Like the hood. Can’t do anything about it so I just press on. I actually like the shifter. Quite nice and smooth. Haven’t had 1 problem. Only real issue I have is that there is no 8’ bed for CC. Oh well..

On my 2021 , the only problem was the auto start/stop feature. It has an on-off button on the dash, but it's annoying to have to shut it off every time I drive. One day, it stopped working completely only to find out there is a total disable feature deep in the display menu. I was in the general screen under the Trip 1 display. If you arrow down four times, you get to the engine control management menu. From this point, you can disable it completely, so you no longer have to manually turn it off at the dash switch. This was discovered accidentally, and I am embarrassed after taking it to the dealer only to find that there is a hidden over-ride option. The second and only problem I have with the vehicle was the AC inverter plugs in the cab and in the bed. They work for two or three seconds after the ignition is cycled on, then the amber light goes out, and they are dead. The dealer ordered new outlets and, hopefully, that will remedy the situation. Otherwise, I am satisfied with the new body contours, and the driver assist electronics over my 2014 Ram Limited. No vehicle is ever perfect in every way. Once the bugs are eliminated, I will be raving about my new ford.

Excellent points…

'21 F-150 EcoBoost with the same issues you state, but I also really have an issue with the shifter that seems to skip over/through - leaving me in neutral a lot :(. Hate the internal chrome as well, though this truck does not have it. Lease is up this summer so now I am looking again.

You right!!! But about shifter, my working perfectly all another things and few more I hate too

Good review!!! Dammit I ordered my truck to have mid console :(, If I only knew I would have avoided it :(

I have a 2021 ford f150 5.0 xlt sport and it's been great I e had no problems since I bought it

That's why I also choice the sport appearance package to delete that chrome

Shifter. Since I insisted on 6-passenger, my 2021 F-150 XLT has an old-school column shifter, which works fine. I realize everybody's needs are different, but the ability to get six folks in seatbelts, and to access my truck from the right, is more important to me than desk space.

Good review. Let’s hope Ford engineers catch this and consider it bc it isn’t just your opinion.

Thank goodness you can lock or unlock the lightning from any door.

Great Video! Your complaints are Very Valid!

the software bugs are a real pia and there is a bunch of them. Sometimes wireless carplay wont play music and is stuck on radio, have to make a call while connected. At least these can be fixed with over the air updates.

Shift points have been an issue on all model years with the 10R80 transmission. Since I have the key fob in my pocket, if I am going to need to access the back door, I just unlock them as I'm approaching the truck. I know, not as convenient, but I have mine configured so that only the driver's door unlocks when I touch it, not even passenger side front, for security reasons in rougher neighborhoods. That shifter issue sounds like a mechanical issue. Great point about those rear facing cameras. Unfortunately Ford does not have a history of correcting engineering issues if it is not costing them any money the way it is; there is no corporate pride in the brand, only corporate bottom line. That said, I just ordered a 2022 PowerBoost Lariat FX4...dealer says 6-9 months to delivery.

4 wheel drive high shifts hard sometimes. no problem with my shifter. Chrome interior has been an issue.

I have this same truck but with the V8. I don't have the shifter problems, mine works perfectly, it doesn't move unless I engage the button. My software is fine too. Interior chrome I've noticed - I wish it was all brushed like the platinum.

Have a late model 2021 guess they have fixed alot of these issues. The proximity rear door all the manufacturers have taken it away. Seems like All the features you like they take away. The bed camera is a safety feature.

Arizona 2021 F150 XLT owner I have those issues minus the shifter problem, that seems like a major safety issue. My sync 4 won't load Careplay several times a week without resetting my Iphone, even then it can take a while for the system to work. Or it will play without sound. Several times now it won't disengage blue tooth so when I'm near the truck (with it off) I can't hear any thing and have to turn blue tooth off on my phone. My steering wheel is off center by 3 degrees, haha. A heat barrier under the bed has fallen off. The left inner wheel well cover is warped and grabs the tire when backing up with a locked turn. I like that lane centering assist doesn't work actually. Onboard Nav will drop out for no reason.

I disagree with you on the shifter feeling. Wonder if yours was just made like crap but mine is pretty damn solid. Agree with you on the alerts and the lack of sensors on the back doors.

I really wish they would get rid of the whole shifter altogether. The knob shifters are the way to go. Ford should get rid of the trailer backup knob and put a push button starter with a shifter knob around the starter button. While eliminating the console shifter. Also get rid of the push botton for the fuel tank.

I don't have the truck, yet... considering the Hybrid version. I'd think your frustration with the door handle is actually a good security feature. I've heard that car jackers/thieves sometimes approach vehicles from the passenger side and wait for you to approach the driver's door, but pop open the passenger side to gain entry before you can...not sure it's true, but it seems like a possibility.

Trying to come up with a backup camera on my trailer without having a separate monitor in the cab is a puzzle for me so-far. Maybe a combination of WI-FI camera, my iPhone and CarPlay will do it. I was heartened by the presence of a 7/12 port setup on the back, but that is apparently only for Sway Control, which I don't need since I have a friction snubber. (I found the sway-sensor cable and all the trailer mounted bits under the front seats.) I spent a lot of time hard-wiring my Trailer, motorhome, and 8.1 Suburban. I am retiring the 8.1, so if nothing else works, I can remove the cable, monitor and bumper outlet from that and wire up the 2021 F-150 XLT, but it seems annoying to need to find a place for a second monitor in a truck that already has a huge screen. If there is a way to add a trailer camera to the stock 360-degree camera system, please someone educate me, I'm just getting started here.

I'm surprised you didn't mention the jerky transmission shifting at low speeds like prior to slowing down for a turn or taking off from a stop light. Perhaps mine is not broken in yet with 1,400 miles on it, but so far I haven't come close to matching the EPA gas mileage ratings even when attempting to "hypermile"! On my 2016 F-150 Eco-boost I typically exceeded those ratings. I have a King Ranch so it's quite loaded inside and out and looks gorgeous, however so far I'd have to say looks are deceiving!

You can view the bed while driving on the otherwise useless right side of the display just use up and down arrows to find bed camera option

Definitely would get the column shifter.

The back and passenger door not unlocking I believe is a safety issue. if someone is chasing you the last thing you want is them getting in the back or passenger side without you letting them in.

Off subject, but maybe you can help. I have a 2021 F-150. When I back up my flatbed trailer, sometimes (even with the various camera views) it disappears from view. In the olden days, I would simply open the door, lean out a bit to see it, and then continue backing. My new truck puts itself in PARK as soon as I open the door, and I can’t get it out of park until I shut the door. It is maddening!! Is there some secret to over-riding that automatic PARK thing? Thanks!!

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I like my 19 stx 5.0 the transmission is the only issue really harsh. My truck has the highest tow package, high gear rear difs really simple nice sized info screen not too big like the brand new Rams and ford's