Ford F-150 Repair Cost Guide

Full-Size Truck

Comprehensive repair cost data for the 2021-2025 Ford F-150, compiled from 8 industry sources (6 high-confidence). Covers 10 common repair types with OEM vs aftermarket parts pricing, labor hour estimates, and paint costs.

Repair Range
$100-$3,300
Body Labor
$120/hr
Paint Labor
$125/hr
Annual Maint.
$788/yr

Damage Severity Cost Ranges

Minor

$300-$1,200

Single panel scratch, small dent, minor mirror damage

Moderate

$1,200-$3,500

Bumper replacement, fender replacement, mirror replacement, bed repair

Major

$3,500-$10,000

Multiple panel damage, tailgate replacement, structural aluminum repair

Common Repairs & Costs

Front Bumper Replacement
2-4 hrs
Front bumper assembly replacement with chrome or painted finish
$600-$2,300
Parts: $400-$1200 Labor: $200-$500 ADAS calibration required
Rear Bumper Replacement
1.5-3 hrs
Rear bumper assembly replacement
$500-$1,900
Parts: $350-$1000 Labor: $150-$400 ADAS calibration required
Fender Replacement
2.5-5 hrs
Front fender replacement (aluminum) with paint
$900-$2,100
Parts: $300-$800 Labor: $300-$700 Paint: $300-$600
Door Replacement
3-7 hrs
Complete door assembly replacement (aluminum) including glass
$1,500-$3,300
Parts: $700-$1500 Labor: $400-$1000 Paint: $400-$800
Windshield Replacement
1-2.5 hrs
Windshield replacement with ADAS calibration
$500-$1,400
Parts: $300-$800 Labor: $120-$300 ADAS calibration required
Mirror Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
Side mirror assembly replacement with tow mirror features
$802-$1,772
Parts: $500-$1400 Labor: $100-$250 ADAS calibration required
Headlight Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
Headlight assembly replacement (LED)
$480-$1,400
Parts: $400-$1200 Labor: $80-$200
Tailgate Replacement
1.5-3.5 hrs
Tailgate replacement or repair (aluminum)
$1,000-$2,600
Parts: $500-$1500 Labor: $200-$500 Paint: $300-$600
Bed Side Repair
4-10 hrs
Truck bed side panel repair and repaint
$800-$2,700
Parts: $0-$500 Labor: $500-$1500 Paint: $300-$700
Paintless Dent Repair
0.5-3 hrs
Paintless dent repair for minor dents
$100-$500
Parts: $0-$0 Labor: $100-$500

Labor Rate Breakdown

Body
$120/hr
Paint
$125/hr
Mechanical
$140/hr
Frame
$145/hr

Ford dealerships charge $120-$180/hr; independent shops $75-$120/hr; aluminum-certified shops charge premium

Labor rates vary significantly by location. View rates for your state.

Parts Pricing: OEM vs Aftermarket

Front Bumper Assembly
$400-$1,200
$135-$500
-60%
OEM: $400-$1200 | AM: $135-$500 (-60%)
Rear Bumper Assembly
$350-$1,000
$150-$450
-56%
OEM: $350-$1000 | AM: $150-$450 (-56%)
Front Fender
$350-$800
$100-$400
-57%
OEM: $350-$800 | AM: $100-$400 (-57%)
Headlight Assembly
$500-$1,200
$100-$400
-71%
OEM: $500-$1200 | AM: $100-$400 (-71%)
Side Mirror Assembly
$600-$1,500
$150-$500
-69%
OEM: $600-$1500 | AM: $150-$500 (-69%)
Windshield
$400-$800
$200-$500
-42%
OEM: $400-$800 | AM: $200-$500 (-42%)
Tailgate
$600-$1,500
$300-$800
-48%
OEM: $600-$1500 | AM: $300-$800 (-48%)
Taillight Assembly
$300-$600
$80-$250
-63%
OEM: $300-$600 | AM: $80-$250 (-63%)

ADAS Calibration Requirements

The Ford F-150 is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that may require recalibration after certain repairs. This adds significant cost to bumper replacements, windshield replacements, and structural repairs.

Front Bumper Replacement Calibration: $200-$400
Required
Rear Bumper Replacement Calibration: $150-$350
Required
Windshield Replacement Calibration: $200-$400
Required
Mirror Replacement
Required

Common Damage Patterns

Front Bumper Damage

Very Common

Front bumper dents, scratches, and chrome damage

Typical cost $600-$2,300

Chrome bumpers show damage more visibly; body-color bumpers need paint matching

Bed Damage

Very Common

Truck bed dents, scratches, and cargo damage

Typical cost $800-$2,700

Aluminum bed panels are difficult to repair; Turo renters may haul cargo causing bed damage

Door Dings And Dents

Very Common

Door dings, dents, and parking lot damage

Typical cost $100-$800

Aluminum doors are harder to PDR than steel

Side Mirror Damage

Very Common

Tow mirror damage from tight spaces and drive-throughs

Typical cost $802-$1,772

Large tow mirrors are extremely vulnerable; 2024+ mirrors cost $1,749+

Tailgate Damage

Common

Tailgate dents and scratches from cargo loading

Typical cost $1,000-$2,600

Fender Damage

Common

Fender dents from parking and tight spaces

Typical cost $900-$2,100

Aluminum fenders often need full replacement rather than repair

Windshield Damage

Common

Windshield chips from road debris (highway towing)

Typical cost $500-$1,400

Paint Scratches

Very Common

Paint scratches from trail use, parking, and cargo

Typical cost $300-$900

Maintenance Costs

Annual Cost
$788/yr

Source: RepairPal

Data Sources

8 sources (6 high-confidence)

RepairPal CarEdge CARiD CarParts.com Ford OEM Parts Online AmericanTrucks Kalispell Ford Engine Patrol

Labor Rates by State

Repair costs vary by location. Check body, paint, and mechanical rates for your state.

Cost by Damage Type

Bumper replacement, fender repair, scratch repair, and more -- with data-backed cost ranges.

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