NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Ford F-59 Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 Ford F-59 has 3 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 2021 Ford F-59. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 Ford F-59 owner complaints
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Ford F-59, describing incidents dated November 16, 2022 to November 5, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Engine 2 complaints
- Suspension 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11714694 · Filed
Pistons rings were worn causing excessive blow by into crankcase. Catalytic converters were damaged and clogged. all of which required an engine replacement.
ODI #11652182 · Filed
The chassis is bent on the rear end on both sides of the motorhome
ODI #11582592 · Filed
See attached document for complaint,
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2021 Ford F-59 in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Defect Petition DP26-011: Camshaft and Lifter Failure in Ford 7.3L Gasoline Engines
Open since October 23, 2026
Fuel Tank Paint May Peel and Result in a Fuel Leak
NHTSA #22V925000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported December 14, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 11,074 vehicles
Repair completion: 68.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 22S76 · Owners notified April 14, 2023
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S76.
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.
Improperly Installed Steering Shaft Bolt
NHTSA #22V145000 · Steering — Critical Fasteners · NHTSA notice
Reported March 11, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 72 vehicles
Repair completion: 75% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 22S13 · Owners notified April 1, 2022
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer 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.
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.
Inadequate Rear Axle Lubrication
NHTSA #21V202000 · Suspension — Rear · NHTSA notice
Reported March 24, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 16,128 vehicles
Repair completion: 81.04% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 21S17 · Owners notified May 12, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer 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.
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.safercar.gov.
Other Ford F-59 model years
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