2021 Peeling Paint Roof (My DIY Self Repair)

[AnthemMike]

Figured I'd share my experience doing a self repair to my 2021 F-150, XLT Sport 4wd, SCREW, 2.7l, Oxford White truck. A lot of people have the peeling paint up in the rain channels due to Fords piss poor QC and paint. It's not perfect by any means but cheaper than paying what I was quoted by multiple paint shops ($2,500-$3,500+) and better than the paint continuing to peel. The driver side was way worse than the passenger side. This was my first attempt at any kind of paint repair so I'll take it as a win. Hopefully it holds up!

My truck had been peeling in the channels and only getting worse. After going back and forth with Ford they refused to cover it and them admitting its been a problem for years.

1. Wet sanded, wet sanded, wet sanded and wet sanded some more. 600, 1000, 1500, and 2000 Grit.
2. Cleaned the paint with some paint prep.
3. Got a can of primer from Parks Automotive Finishes, they mixed a spray paint can to match door color code, 2k clear coat (photos attached). Put on primer, paint and clear coat.
4. Wet sanded more.
5. Took my DA polisher and compounded/polished.

It wasn't that hard of a task...I was more annoyed with Ford and their BULLS#!*. It took me a day and a half to complete the painting in the garage as I took my time. Then another day to iron remove, clay bar, compound, polish, ceramic the whole truck.

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[BarryT82]

That should be covered by the warranty. I had a new 2012 that had paint issues and it took a while, but Ford finally covered it and gave me a free extended warranty.

 

[JExpedition07]

Crazy how many white Fords you see this on, nice job on the repair

 

[AnthemMike]

That should be covered by the warranty. I had a new 2012 that had paint issues and it took a while, but Ford finally covered it and gave me a free extended warranty.

Not after 36k they won't. I have premium care but since it wasn't rusting they won't.

 

[JohngaltinOC]

Nice Job. 100% better than just watching it get worse slowly. Had a white 2016 and I was terrified that would start happening. Ford I think is pretty decent, it's not that many IMO, but seems like EVERY white Chevy truck I see around has jacked up paint. Wonder what's up with the white color on trucks?

 

[AnthemMike]

Nice Job. 100% better than just watching it get worse slowly. Had a white 2016 and I was terrified that would start happening. Ford I think is pretty decent, it's not that many IMO, but seems like EVERY white Chevy truck I see around has jacked up paint. Wonder what's up with the white color on trucks?

Thanks man.

Not just white trucks. Checked 3 trucks at work and 2 out of the 3 same issues. One blue and one Grey. Black truck looked fine for now.

 

[JohngaltinOC]

Thanks man.

Not just white trucks. Checked 3 trucks at work and 2 out of the 3 same issues. One blue and one Grey. Black truck looked fine for now.

Uh oh, don't say it out loud man, I got the AntiMatter blue now...lol Don't like hearing that at all!
Hope that solves the issue for years to come brother.

 

[JExpedition07]

Paint is getting so thin on new vehicles many detailers cannot even correct it without burn through. Detailers can no longer correct several GM models paint, the Sierra HD is so thin detailers are declining. It is too much a liability as they all burn through to steel on the first buff. Vehicles are being built worse and worse.

 

[Buyer2021]

Anyone have thoughts on using PPF as a preventive measure for this potential problem?

 

[Snakebitten]

Toyota has the same issue with their white paint on the Tacoma. (I don't know about the Tundra.

Just take a close look at any white Tacoma that is 2-3 years old and not a garage queen. Especially around the windows and sills. It's amazing.

So our roofs are our vulnerable spot?
I need to get up there and take a good look.
And yeah, if it requires rust to get Ford to step up, we would be in aluminum trouble.

 

[AnthemMike]

Toyota has the same issue with their white paint on the Tacoma. (I don't know about the Tundra.

Just take a close look at any white Tacoma that is 2-3 years old and not a garage queen. Especially around the windows and sills. It's amazing.

So our roofs are our vulnerable spot?
I need to get up there and take a good look.
And yeah, if it requires rust to get Ford to step up, we would be in aluminum trouble.

Roofs appear to be the common spot in the rain channels. It got worse every time I'd wash the truck. I use a foam cannon to wash my truck but would have to use a regular hose/wash mit on the roof until I fixed it bc it'd peel so bad.

I believe Ford classifies it as "perforation" in order to be covered. They don't consider peeling paint on a vehicle after 36k a defect or their problem. Again, Ford skimping on everything creating a piss poor product and charging premium prices.

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