2023 FORD F-53
1 recalls, 8 complaints - 4 TSBs
23V510000 Jul 21, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-53 recreational stripped chassis and F-59 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. Corrosion in the Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) may interfere with the Controller Area Network (CAN) communication, resulting in an inoperative instrument panel. ... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative instrument panel cannot show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a wire harness connector, and inspect and replace the SDLC module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C24.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 25, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
Started driving on the freeway when we heard something on the roof of the car and when I opened the moonroof cover from inside the car I could see that the entire moonroof had shattered. All the glass was flying off the car and onto the freeway.
ENGINE
Aug 25, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
My 2019 Acura MDX which was owned for less than two years, broke down due to a transmission failure. The vehicle had an open recall (one of many recent) delayed by Acura for months, which research shows can cause engine and transmission damage. Acura of Reno denied the recall link and misattributed ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 25, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
My 2019 Acura MDX which was owned for less than two years, broke down due to a transmission failure. The vehicle had an open recall (one of many recent) delayed by Acura for months, which research shows can cause engine and transmission damage. Acura of Reno denied the recall link and misattributed ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 4, 2024
Incident date: Sep 4, 2024
On several occasions, the turn signal indicator buttons on the steering wheel failed to activate the signal. The button appeared to be jammed, it was not possible to feel the "detent" when pressed. This puts myself and others at risk due to the inability to properly signal when preparing to make a... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 7, 2024
Incident date: Jun 6, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a misfire in the engine. The mechanic cleared the check warning light; however, the failure r... Read more
STEERING
Aug 7, 2024
Incident date: Jun 6, 2024
Here's an improved version: --- While driving on M59, the main screen turned off unexpectedly. I exited the main road and pulled into a strip mall outside a Costco. The vehicle then completely stopped and shut down. The hazard lights were not functioning, and I couldn't restart the vehicle. After ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 7, 2024
Incident date: Jun 6, 2024
Here's an improved version: --- While driving on M59, the main screen turned off unexpectedly. I exited the main road and pulled into a strip mall outside a Costco. The vehicle then completely stopped and shut down. The hazard lights were not functioning, and I couldn't restart the vehicle. After ... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Nov 3, 2023
Incident date: Jul 21, 2023
Trunk Trunk lid Trunk latch Rear bumper cover Rear bumper brackets Both rear head lights Both rear head light Rear trunk lid cover Rear trunk trunk support Are broken, my safety was put at risk because I was hit in the back of my car at a stoplight. The vehicle has not been inspected by the ... Read more
Crash
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 FORD F-53
4 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
SSM 52455
Apr 18, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2023-2024 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis or 2023-2025 E-Series/F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a gas engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with ignition system DTC(s) P0352, P0353, P0354, P0355, P0357,
SSM 52455
Apr 18, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2023-2024 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis or 2023-2025 E-Series/F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a gas engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with ignition system DTC(s) P0352, P0353, P0354, P0355, P0357,
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
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
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
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2023 (current) | 1 | 8 | |
| 2022 | 2 | 7 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 15 | View |
| 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 |