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2013 Ford F-53 recalls and problems

The 2013 Ford F-53 has 1 safety recall and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
8
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Ford F-53 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Ford F-53 recalls

Recall 12V-422: Steering

Reported Aug 29, 2012 · 31 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 F-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from July 10, 2012 through July 13, 2012. Theses vehicles were assembled with incorrect steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners. Steering gear adapter plate fasteners could lead to torque loss in the steering gear attachment, potentionally leading to loosening and subsequent separation of the stearing gear over time.

Risk: Separation of the steering gear may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall was completed on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

2013 Ford F-53 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes3
Exterior Lighting2
Suspension2
Electrical System1
Visibility1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Windshield — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 17,150 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Ford F-53 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Nov 11, 2022
Brakelines are rusted and I am afraid they will rust through and cause brake failure. Looked at a 2017 model and the brakelines look to be coated to prevent this from happening.
Service Brakes · at 300 miles · reported Jun 12, 2018
Headlights will only illuminate the highway a short distance ahead (50-60 FT) of the vehicle. Cannot drive at night. Also, the brakes to not seem to be adequate. Consumer sold the vehicle.
Visibility · at 35,000 miles · reported May 31, 2018
The contact owns a 2013 ford f-53. The contact stated that the front windshield fiber glass was separating from the motor home. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the glue between the fiber glass and metal was peeling and caused the separation. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer informed the contact that the warranty had expired and no further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 35,000.
Suspension · at 17,150 miles · reported Sep 5, 2017
Motor home was purchased new in may of 2013. While driving this summer I noticed more sway/roll than usual, so I researched 'ford f53 chassis- handling issues'. I found that a lot of owners reported problems with some of the brackets on the rear sway bars. Some had loose or missing bolts, loose or bent or missing brackets ( Either side). I wanted to see if this could be the issue I was having with the noticeable increase sway/roll, so I crawled under rig to inspect the brackets on july 3rd, 2017. I found the sway bar bracket on drivers side, was bent, broken and hanging down. The upper bolt…
Suspension · reported Sep 3, 2017
The rear stabilizer bar (Also called an anti-sway bar) bracket bolts came loose. The unit had under 5,000 miles on it. I torqued the bolts and they came loose again after another few thousand miles. I was a certified ase technician and also an automotive instructor for 35 years (Retired) and eventually fixed the problem with lock tight on the bolt threads. I have heard of many others with the same issues on the f-53 rv chassis. Because the bolts were just loose no driving issues were noticed. Many have reported to me about missing bolts and brackets. When this happens a loss of sway control…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford F-53 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Ford F-53: 12V-422 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Ford F-53?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (3 reports), followed by exterior lighting (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 17,150 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.