The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-53. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the rear tires blowout and caught on fire. The contact extinguished the fire. The contact stated that the bed of the vehicle was swaying back and forth while driving the vehicle. The contact stated that the slide-outs unexpectedly extend while driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a service center, where it was determined that the slide-outs had failed and that rear tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.
The worst 2020 Ford F-53 problems
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Problems by type
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- Suspension18
- Transmission12
- Brakes7
- Electrical4
- Body3
- Acceleration2
- Engine2
- Steering2
- Wheels2
- Driver assistance1
- Seat belts1
- Tires1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2020 Ford F-53
Recalls 2
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 recreational stripped chassis vehicles. The rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets may break and separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- Brackets that separate from the vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the bolt tightness for both rear stabilizer attachment brackets and replace the weld nuts and bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become ready February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S62.
Recall number 22V731000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 21V202000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Ford F-53 36
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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What 2020 Ford F-53 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Manufacturer Recall Number21S17 the federal safety agency Recall Number21V202 AN INADEQUATE AMOUNT OF REAR AXLE LUBRICANT. In February 2026 Ford Dealer stated that parts for this recall are on a nationwide backorder. The Ford Dealer was Ken Grody Ford Commercial Truck Center, located in Fullerton, CA. This recall was issued in 2021…How is it possible that parts are still not available?!?!?! This vehicle is a motorhome that we travel in for work and do not have an alternative. Please help with a remedy. Thank you
The Ford dealer performed the Recall 21/v202 and the ABS light stays on.
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-53. The contact had received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 21E047000 (STRUCTURE, EQUIPMENT); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the windows of the RV detached. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the RV to JnK Automotive, and it was determined that the window was include in the recall. The contact was contacted by Newmar and requested pictures of the RV windows; however, Newmar asked for the pictures to be retaken. The RV remained at JnK Automotive awaiting the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 11,055.
The contact owns a 2021 Fleetwood Flair built on a 2020 Ford F-53 Chassis. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V607000 (Structure); and was informed by the dealer advised that the RV needed to be inspected to check for the affected cabinet and then to report to the manufacturer for approval before the recall repair could be completed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had created an unreasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure. VIN tool showed no open recall.
See attached document for complaint.
While driving the cruise control shut off, all dash lights came on - ABS brakes, traction control, etc. We stopped at the next service center and called tech support. Tech support felt it was a bad sensor which would correct itself after engine shut off for a little while. The motorhome would be safe to get to a repair center. Shutting the engine off did not correct the issue - the lights continued to come on. The repair center "found the wiring harness was loose at L/F rear of engine and was resting on the exhaust manifold flange. Verified severe wiring damage from laying on the flange - lots of wires were burnt up." "The possiblity of causing a severe fire."
See attached document for complaint
Loud thumping while turning was the symptom. The front chassis frame crossmember rivets were loose (Other marked above = chassis). The same area that the front leaf springs and steering were connected to the frame. This also cause the sector shaft in the steering box to get loose and have excessive play (over 1/4 inch). If this were to fail completely, the steering would no longer be functional causing a catastrophic failure and accident. The dealer did not diagnose the problem properly and tried to say it was the motorhome manufacturer who caused the problem. Please note that none of the parts involved in the fix for the problem had anything to do with the motorhome. When escalated to Ford customer service, they chose not to have the vehicle inspected by their corporate staff instead entirely relying on the mechanics initial assessment (Denial letter from Ford available as an additional file). When taken to another repair shop, they found the specific problem with the frame and steering box and fixed the problem. The owner of the shop noted he has had multiple identical issues with the F53 frame.
The contact owns a 2022 Tiffan Open Raod. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22v731000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
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Questions about the 2020 Ford F-53
Is the 2020 Ford F-53 reliable?
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 2020 Ford F-53, 5.5 times a typical F-53 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Ford F-53?
Suspension, with 18 complaints. Next is transmission (12).
How many recalls does the 2020 Ford F-53 have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and power train.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Ford F-53 suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 22V731000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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