NHTSA vehicle safety data

2022 Ford F-53 Recalls & Complaints

The 2022 Ford F-53 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ford dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2022 Ford F-53. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2022 Ford F-53 owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford F-53, describing incidents dated July 31, 2023 to September 28, 2026.

Most-cited components

Service Brakes 2 complaints
Structure 2 complaints
Equipment 1 complaint
Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Control 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11767605 · Filed September 28, 2026
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.
ODI #11619842 · Filed October 15, 2024
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…
ODI #11555597 · Filed November 17, 2023
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.

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Rear Caliper Bolts Not Tightened Correctly

NHTSA #23V164000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported March 10, 2023 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 644 vehicles

Repair completion: 75.78% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 23S11 · Owners notified March 27, 2023 · Vehicles built October 24, 2022 – November 29, 2022 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Steering Wheel May Loosen or Detach

NHTSA #22V528000 · Steering — Steering Wheel/Handle Bar · NHTSA notice

Reported July 22, 2022 · Ford Motor Company

Potentially affected: 692 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Ford campaign 22S50 · Owners notified September 19, 2022

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A loose or detached steering wheel can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2022 Ford F-53. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

4 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Ford F-53.

Structure

ODI #11767605

Incident: September 28, 2026 · Filed: September 28, 2026

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.

Service Brakes

ODI #11619842

Incident: October 15, 2024 · Filed: October 15, 2024

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 repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17, 000.

Vehicle Speed Control; Unknown or Other; Service Brakes

ODI #11555597

Incident: September 15, 2023 · Filed: November 17, 2023

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.

Structure; Equipment

ODI #11541280

Incident: July 31, 2023 · Filed: August 28, 2023

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 RV was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 7,220.

Other Ford F-53 model years

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