NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Ford F53
The 2021 Ford F53 has 1 NHTSA recall and 5 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Ford dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2021 Ford F53. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA #22V731000Reported September 30, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 recreational stripped chassis vehicles. The rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets may break and separate from the vehicle.
Safety consequence
Brackets that separate from the vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the bolt tightness for both rear stabilizer attachment brackets and replace the weld nuts and bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become ready February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S62.
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.