2022 Ford F-53 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Structure:frame And Members (1) · Structure (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper 2023-03-10 · campaign 23V164000 · 644 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-53 and F-59 vehicles. The rear brake caliper attachment bolts may not be tightened correctly, which can allow the caliper to loosen and possibly damage the wheel or brake lines.
Risk: A damaged wheel can result in a loss of tire pressure. A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear caliper bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged bolts will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S11.
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2022-07-22 · campaign 22V528000 · 692 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis, and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. The steering wheel attachment bolt may loosen and separate from the steering column, resulting in a loose or detached steering wheel.
Risk: A loose or detached steering wheel can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will work with the final stage vehicle manufacturers to replace and tighten the steering wheel attachment bolt, free of charge. As of August 10, 2022, all 692 vehicles included in this recall have been remedied. No owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S50.
Service bulletins (29)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-06-19 · TSB 26-2256 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 25-2572 to update the parts list to correct the part number lc3z-6006-l to lc3z-6781-a, remove the flex plate bolts al3z-6379-ba from the parts list as these bolts are in kit lc3z-6781-a, update the claim quantity of the part number w709771-s440 to 9 pieces (f-650/f750-en
Engine 2026-03-20 · SSM 54678 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2021-2026 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0l/5.2l engine, 2021-2025 f-super duty/f-53 motorhome/f59 commercial stripped chassis vehicles equipped with a 6.8l/7.3l engine and 2021-2025 e-series/f-650/f-750 vehicles equipped with a 7.3l engine may exhibit a rattle/scraping noise upon startup tha
Unknown Or Other 2026-02-24 · SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the
Power Train 2025-11-26 · TSB 25-2572 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 25-2322 to update the service procedure, labor operations and parts list. some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above may exhibit an upper engine ticking or tapping noise at idle. customers may also report experiencing rough engine performance, engine misfire
Unknown Or Other 2025-11-10 · SSM 54363 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2021-2025 expedition/navigator/f-150/f-super duty/f-53 motorhome/f59 commercial stripped chassis/f-650/f-750/transit vehicles equipped with a 2.7l/3.5l (non hybrid)/6.8l/7.3l engine and 2021-2026 e-series may exhibit a rattle/scraping noise from the bellhousing area on start-up. workshop manual
Power Train 2025-10-29 · SSM 54338 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2021-2025 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0l/5.2l engine, 2021-2025 f-super duty/f-53 motorhome/f59 commercial stripped chassis vehicles equipped with a 6.8l/7.3l engine and 2021-2026 e-series/f-650/f-750 vehicles equipped with a 7.3l engine may exhibit a rattle/scraping noise upon startup tha
Showing the 6 most recent of 29 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-28 · Structure:frame And Members“mechanic during test drive noticed it was not driving normally. he went under truck and found the the main rail was severed all the way through. there was no crash and no impact.…”
2024-10-15 · Service Brakes · 17,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 ford f53. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. the contact required to quickly and forcefully re-apply the brake pedal for the brakes to engage. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or…”
2023-11-17 · Vehicle Speed Control“unknown issue causes safety features anti-lock brake system, traction control, and braking feature hill start assist to be inoperable. in addition, cruise control system is inoperable. …”
2023-08-28 · Structure · 7,220 mi“the contact owns a 2022 jayco precept 36c built on a 2022 ford f-53 chassis. the contact stated that while her husband was driving 60 mph, the front shade suddenly unfurled, preventing front-view visibility. no warning lights were illuminated. the rv was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the shade unfurling motor. the r…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.