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2021 Ford F-53 recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2021 Ford F-53, covering 29,583 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Suspension: rearReported September 30, 2022 · 13,455 vehicles affected
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: driveshaftReported March 24, 2021 · 16,128 vehicles affected
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

Questions about the 2021 Ford F-53 recalls

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How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F-53 have?

2, covering suspension and power train.

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