2021 FORD F-53
1 recalls, 15 complaints - 40 TSBs
21V202000 Mar 24, 2021
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. An inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear wheel bearing damage and bearing seizure, and rear axle or driveshaft failure.
Consequence
Failure of the rear axle or driveshaft may cause the loss of motive power, failure of the parking brake, and the inability to shift the transmission into "PARK," increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the rear wheel bearings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S17.
Complaint Statistics
15 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:SLIDE-IN CAMPER | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 25, 2025
Incident date: Mar 11, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Sportage. The contact state while driving 70 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. Additionally, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The vehicle ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 4, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
Inferior windshield and door safety glass. Had to replace drivers side window twice and now our front windshield has a chip not caused by any object and is starting to spider crack and will need replacement for what will be the 3rd glass replacement needed in less than a year. 1st incident drivers ... Read more
ENGINE
May 2, 2024
Incident date: Apr 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the spark plug and an ignition... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 26, 2022
Incident date: Apr 21, 2022
I have a 2021 Ford F-53 Mobile home. The "AdvanceTrac" and Traction Control Warning Lights intermittently come on during normal driving conditions. This has occurred on multiple trips. Online Blogs show this problem is occurring on other people's automobiles. Ford does not have a RV Service cent... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 26, 2022
Incident date: Apr 21, 2022
I have a 2021 Ford F-53 Mobile home. The "AdvanceTrac" and Traction Control Warning Lights intermittently come on during normal driving conditions. This has occurred on multiple trips. Online Blogs show this problem is occurring on other people's automobiles. Ford does not have a RV Service cent... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 26, 2022
Incident date: Apr 21, 2022
I have a 2021 Ford F-53 Mobile home. The "AdvanceTrac" and Traction Control Warning Lights intermittently come on during normal driving conditions. This has occurred on multiple trips. Online Blogs show this problem is occurring on other people's automobiles. Ford does not have a RV Service cent... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 2, 2022
Incident date: Sep 28, 2020
When trying to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle will occasionally lunge a couple feet, then stop moving. This makes the vehicle extremely hazardous when trying to pull into traffic or make a left hand turn with oncoming traffic. It is a transmission issue, as the engine runs fine. I have a pictu... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 22, 2022
Incident date: Apr 17, 2022
The slightest gust of wind turns off the traction control which disables cruise control and other important features. If this happens, you have to pull off the road, turn the vehicle off and restart to reset all of the features. Ford is well aware of this and has yet to determine a fix.
SUSPENSION
Apr 22, 2022
Incident date: Apr 17, 2022
The slightest gust of wind turns off the traction control which disables cruise control and other important features. If this happens, you have to pull off the road, turn the vehicle off and restart to reset all of the features. Ford is well aware of this and has yet to determine a fix.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 22, 2022
Incident date: Apr 17, 2022
The slightest gust of wind turns off the traction control which disables cruise control and other important features. If this happens, you have to pull off the road, turn the vehicle off and restart to reset all of the features. Ford is well aware of this and has yet to determine a fix.
EQUIPMENT
Apr 5, 2022
Incident date: Dec 18, 2021
The contact owns a 2022 Tiffin 36 LA RV built on a 2021 Ford F-53 chassis. The contact stated while the RV was parked, the hydraulic slides opened independently to 4-6 inches. The contact closed the hydraulic slides; however, the failure reoccurred daily. The dealer was not notified of the failure. ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Apr 5, 2022
Incident date: Dec 18, 2021
The contact owns a 2022 Tiffin 36 LA RV built on a 2021 Ford F-53 chassis. The contact stated while the RV was parked, the hydraulic slides opened independently to 4-6 inches. The contact closed the hydraulic slides; however, the failure reoccurred daily. The dealer was not notified of the failure. ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:SLIDE-IN CAMPER
Apr 5, 2022
Incident date: Dec 18, 2021
The contact owns a 2022 Tiffin 36 LA RV built on a 2021 Ford F-53 chassis. The contact stated while the RV was parked, the hydraulic slides opened independently to 4-6 inches. The contact closed the hydraulic slides; however, the failure reoccurred daily. The dealer was not notified of the failure. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 20, 2021
Incident date: Sep 20, 2021
My Motorhome is on a f-53 chassis and i am getting the Advanctrac Warrning that Advance trac is disabled and the cruise control shuts down. The cruise control stopping and no advance trac is a big safety problem
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 20, 2021
Incident date: Sep 20, 2021
My Motorhome is on a f-53 chassis and i am getting the Advanctrac Warrning that Advance trac is disabled and the cruise control shuts down. The cruise control stopping and no advance trac is a big safety problem
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 FORD F-53
40 manufacturer communications from 26 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 3 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK | 2 |
| 260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 |
SSM 52476
Apr 24, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
22N15
Apr 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer Satisfaction Program 22N15 Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gatewa
22N15
Jan 19, 2024
115010 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection
22N15
Jan 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection
22N15
Dec 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspecti
22L03
Aug 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2021-2022 Model Year Econoline, Super Duty Chassis Cab, F53 Motor Home, F59 Step Van, and F650/F750 Medium Duty Chassis Cab Vehicles Equipped with a Premium Rated 7.3L Engine - Engine Horsepower Credit
SAN-Vol1 I1
Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv
SSM 51577
Apr 25, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Some 2020-2022 F-53 Motorhome chassis vehicles may require a jounce bumper replacement. A new part has been released for service. To service, use part # LU9Z-3020-B tightened to 47.5 +/-7.2Nm. For claiming, use causal part number 3020 and M
SSM 51550
Apr 13, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Some customers with 2020-2023 F-53 Motorhome and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) less than 20,500 lbs. may exhibit longer than expected brake pedal travel upon initial application with no
SSM 51536
Apr 4, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe
SSM 51447
Mar 15, 2023
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Some 2020-2021 F53/F59 Stripped Chassis vehicles may experience an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C003A. If normal diagnostics lead to replacement of the tone ring,
SSM 51254
Dec 14, 2022
061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank/no start condition and/or an intermittent blank instrume
SSM 51254
Dec 14, 2022
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank/no start condition and/or an intermittent blank instrume
SSM 51234
Dec 6, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2014-2021 F53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis may exhibit a pinion seal leak. A new part number is available to to resolve this concern, MU9Z-4676-A. For claiming, use causal part number 4676 and applicable labor times in Se
SSM 51210
Nov 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2022 F53 Motorhome built on or before 06-Oct-2022 and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles built on or before 09-Mar-2021 may exhibit a Service AdvanceTrac and Pre-Collision Assist Not Available message in the cluster with diagnostic troub
SSM 51209
Nov 16, 2022
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Some 2020-2021 F53/F59 Stripped Chassis vehicles may experience an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037. If normal diagnostics lead to replacement of the tone ring, be advised t
SSM 51111
Sep 30, 2022
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Some 2020-2022 F53 Motorhome built on or before 06-Oct-2022 and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles built on or before 09-Mar-2021 may exhibit a Service AdvanceTrac and Pre-Collision Assist Not Available message in the cluster with diagnostic troub
SSM 51111
Sep 30, 2022
046100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Some 2020-2022 F53 Motorhome built on or before 06-Oct-2022 and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles built on or before 09-Mar-2021 may exhibit a Service AdvanceTrac and Pre-Collision Assist Not Available message in the cluster with diagnostic troub
SSM 51050
Aug 24, 2022
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Some 2021-2022 F-650/750, 2020-2022 Motorhome/Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles built on or before 10-Jun-2022 with very low miles may experience parking brake drag. This condition typically occurs in less than 3000 miles (4800 kilometer
SSM 50975
Jul 29, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the FordPass??A???A???A???A?/LincolnWay??A???A???A???A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. This occurs when the vehicle has not been started for 14 cons
SSM 50974
Jul 29, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the
SSM 50974
Jul 29, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the
SSM 50974
Jul 29, 2022
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the
SSM 50767
May 10, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2020-2022 F-53 Motorhome vehicles may exhibit a Service Advance Trac and Pre-Collision Assist Not Available message in the cluster with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0051 stored in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module. Cruise contr
SSM 50726
Apr 27, 2022
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct th
SSM 50514
Feb 18, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Some 2020-2022 F-53 Motorhome Chassis/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a damaged rear wheel s
SSM 50218
Oct 21, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Some 2021-2022 F-650/750, 2020-2022 Motorhome/Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles built on or before 20-Sep-2021 with very low miles may experience parking brake drag. This condition typically occurs in less than 3000 miles (4800 kilometer
SSM 50218
Oct 21, 2021
052310 PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR
Some 2021-2022 F-650/750, 2020-2022 Motorhome/Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles built on or before 20-Sep-2021 with very low miles may experience parking brake drag. This condition typically occurs in less than 3000 miles (4800 kilometer
SSM 50000
Aug 4, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a bent or damaged rear axle tone
CSA-001
Aug 4, 2021
022520 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Customer Service Advisory for Ford Recall (21S17) regarding Low Oil Volume Rear Axle
CSA-001
Aug 4, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer Service Advisory for Ford Recall (21S17) regarding Low Oil Volume Rear Axle
SSM 50000
Aug 4, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a bent or damaged rear axle tone
TSB 21-2193
Jun 29, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Some 2020-2021 F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles built on or before 15-Mar-2021 and equipped with adaptive cruise control may exhibit a Front Camera Fault message, Adaptive Cruise Control Fault message, and/or pre-collision warning
SSM 49834
May 28, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis 16,000-22,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight (GVW) vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a bent or damaged re
SSM 49834
May 28, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis 16,000-22,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight (GVW) vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a bent or damaged re
SSM 49834
May 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis 16,000-22,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight (GVW) vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a bent or damaged re
SSM 49834
May 28, 2021
046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis 16,000-22,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight (GVW) vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a bent or damaged re
SSM 49785
May 7, 2021
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Some 2021 F-Super Duty and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control module
SSM 49785
May 7, 2021
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Some 2021 F-Super Duty and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control module
SSM 49694
Mar 26, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Some 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Chassis vehicles requiring service to the rear stabilizer bar may have a detached weld nut on the rear axle housing. Service this missing nut with part number W713546-S439.
FORD F-53 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD F-53 across all model years (1995, 2026).
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Total Recalls
167
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FORD F-53 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 7 | View |
| 2021 (current) | 1 | 15 | |
| 2020 | 1 | 28 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2018 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 26 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 9 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 6 | View |