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2025 Ford F-53Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2025 Ford F-53, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexToo new to rateHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTop problem1Service brakes

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 15, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2025 Ford F-53 has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Service brakes10
Suspension10
Wheels10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2025 Ford F-53 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

49%repaired · 2026 Q3

Wheels: hub

New

Recall 26V-235 · Apr 14, 2026 · 4,351 vehicles · 2,140 repaired

Risk. A missing spindle nut may lead to brake system damage or wheel detachment, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

50%repaired · 2026 Q3

Exterior lighting: brake lights

New

Recall 26V-155 · Mar 17, 2026 · 2,422 vehicles · 1,223 repaired

Risk. Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

65%repaired · 2026 Q3

Back up lights: switch

New

Recall 26V-025 · Jan 21, 2026 · 231 vehicles · 151 repaired

Risk. Brake lights that do not illuminate properly while driving increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.

Best & worst years

2025 vs. every other F-53 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-53 median. How we score

'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'08'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What F-53 owners report

Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

2026 F-53 Motorhome Chassis Front axle spindle nut and cotter pin inspection Description On your vehicle, the front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin. Safety Risk A missing spindle nut and cotter pin may cause the wheel to loosen and contact the brake components or…
Complaint 11744292 · Jun 15, 2026

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