2013 Ford F-53 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-53 years
- Not enough data 7th of 27 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Ford F-53. That ranks 7th out of 27 F-53 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 575 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Ford F-53 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | 38% | 575 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 25% | 10,150 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 25% | 17,150 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 13% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 13% | 35,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Ford F-53 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 F-53 motorhome stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from July 10, 2012 through July 13, 2012. Theses vehicles were assembled with incorrect steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners. Steering gear adapter plate fasteners could lead to torque loss in the steering gear attachment, potentionally leading to loosening and subsequent separation of the stearing gear over time.
Risk: Separation of the steering gear may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear adapter plate retention fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall was completed on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Brakelines are rusted and I am afraid they will rust through and cause brake failure. Looked at a 2017 model and the brakelines look to be coated to prevent this from happening.
Headlights will only illuminate the highway a short distance ahead (50-60 ft) of the vehicle. Cannot drive at night. Also, the brakes to not seem to be adequate. *dt consumer sold the vehicle.*jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford f-53. The contact stated that the front windshield fiber glass was separating from the motor home. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the glue between the fiber glass and metal was peeling and caused the separation. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or…
Motor home was purchased new in may of 2013. While driving this summer i noticed more sway/roll than usual, so i researched 'ford f53 chassis- handling issues'. I found that a lot of owners reported problems with some of the brackets on the rear sway bars. Some had loose or missing bolts, loose or…
The rear stabilizer bar (also called an anti-sway bar) bracket bolts came loose. The unit had under 5,000 miles on it. I torqued the bolts and they came loose again after another few thousand miles. I was a certified ase technician and also an automotive instructor for 35 years (retired) and…
Other Ford F-53 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 F-53 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 F-53 | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 F-53 | 4 | 1 |
| 2023 F-53 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 F-53 | 4 | 2 |
| 2021 F-53 | 13 | 2 |
| 2020 F-53 | 33 | 2 |
| 2019 F-53 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 F-53 | 11 | 1 |
| 2017 F-53 | 6 | 1 |
| 2016 F-53 | 15 | 1 |
| 2015 F-53 | 7 | 0 |
| 2014 F-53 | 17 | 1 |
| 2013 | 8 | 1 |
| 2012 F-53 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 F-53 | 7 | 1 |
| 2010 F-53 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 F-53 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 F-53 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 F-53 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 F-53 | 5 | 1 |
| 2000 F-53 | 2 | 1 |
| 1999 F-53 | 15 | 2 |
| 1998 F-53 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 F-53 | 3 | 2 |
| 1996 F-53 | 2 | 2 |
| 1995 F-53 | 6 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford F-53?
Owners most often report service brakes, exterior lighting, suspension problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Ford F-53?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Ford F-53 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-53 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.