Tl* the contact owns a 1991 ford winnebago f-53 chassis. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH attempting to engaged the brakes, the vehicle delayed to stop and almost resulted in a crash. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,542.
The worst 1991 Ford F-53 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes2
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- Brakes2
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Brake lines in the engine compartment are routed too near the left exhaust manifold, causing the brake fluid to overheat.
- Risk
- Brake fluid loses viscosity when it overheats, causingloss of brakes or increased vehicle stopping distance which may result in anaccident.
- Remedy
- Ford will install a heat shield and brake line insulation on engine compartment brake lines.
Recall number 93V146000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Ford F-53 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1991 Ford F-53 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have a severe break fading problem. I happens after you have descended a steep downgrade and stop. At that point the break pedal goes completely to the floor. After a resting period the pedal comes back again. Ford has told me the only way to correct the problem with my 1991 m53, 50,000 miles, is to do a $2,500.00 to $3,000.00 overhaul of the break system using phonelic parts. I feel if an extensive overhaul is required at this point, it was a system designed to fail. A system defect. This problem could have cost the life of my wife and two of my grandchildren and myself. I have been restricted to driving on flatland ever since this instance about 2 years ago. I have attempted to get an answer or a correction but no one seems to have one except $2,500- $3,000. I feel ford has a responsibility here and should pay all or a substantial part of the correction of their design error.
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Questions about the 1991 Ford F-53
Is the 1991 Ford F-53 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1991 Ford F-53, fewer than a typical F-53 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Ford F-53?
Brakes, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford F-53 have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Ford F-53 brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 93V146000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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