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2020 Ford F-59 problems

The most common problem on the 2020 Ford F-59 is suspension. It has 1.7 times the complaints of a typical F-59 model year.

Typical year1.7x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
8
Worst area
Suspension

The worst 2020 Ford F-59 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Suspension
    5
  • Transmission
    2

Problems by type

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  • Suspension
    5
  • Transmission
    2

Recalls 2

Steering: critical fastenersReported March 11, 2022 · 72 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-59 vehicles. The bolt that secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may be improperly tightened, which could result in separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box.
Risk
Separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box can result in the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft bolt, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S13.

Recall number 22V145000 · 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

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Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Ford F-59 8

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2020 Ford F-59 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 22, 2023 · Suspension · VA

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-59. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. There was no further information provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 16, 2023 · Suspension · NJ

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F59. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had 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. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Oct 27, 2022 · Suspension · AR

The contact owned a 2021 Thor Hurricane built on a 2020 Ford F-59 Chassis. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because she no longer own the RV. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.

Filed Oct 11, 2022 · Suspension, Transmission · TX

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-59 Motor Home Chassis. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V202000 (Suspension, Power Train) however, the parts to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs as the recall notice was received several months ago. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it remained for the past two months. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and the contact was informed that parts were not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms part available. The contact stated that the rear wheel bearing issue was repaired. The vehicle was deemed safe to drive by Ford for the recall regarding the suspension issues. The contact has since sold the vehicle.

Filed Sep 19, 2022 · Suspension, Transmission · MI

The contact owns a 2021 Jayco Precept built on a 2020 Ford F-59 chassis. The contact stated that upon purchasing the RV, the RV remained at the dealer to be repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V202000 (Suspension, Power Train). The RV dealer then towed the RV to a Ford dealer where the recall repair was being completed. The contact followed up with the RV dealer and was informed that the Ford dealer had damaged a brake part in the process of completing the recall repair and was awaiting the arrival of the replacement part. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution Connect.

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Is the 2020 Ford F-59 reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2020 Ford F-59, 1.7 times a typical F-59 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Ford F-59?

Suspension, with 5 complaints. Next is transmission (2).

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford F-59 have?

2 recalls, covering steering and power train.

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