2001 Ford F-53 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 Ford F-53 recalls

Most common 2001 Ford F-53 problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	2
Wheels	1
Power Train	1
Steering	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1

What owners report

2008-02-29, Vehicle Speed Control
2001 FORD MOTORHOME, RECALL 05S28, RECEIVED NOTICE OF THIS RECALL 9/2007, FORD IS UNABLE OR UNWILLING TO PROVIDE PARTS TO REACTIVATE CRUISE CONTROL. LATEST ESTIMATE OF PARTS AVAILABILITY IS 6/2008. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. *TR

2003-01-27, Steering
THE CONSUMER HAS EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING: STEERING WANDERS/CONSTANT, MUST HOLD THE VEHICLE IN THE MIDDLE TRAVEL LANE/ALSO ON ROUGH ROADS, WINDY CONDITIONS, AND WHEN BEING PASSED BY TRUCKS (INCREASED COMPENSATION REQUIRED). THIS MAY CONTRIBUTE TO THE FATIGUE AND EXCESSIVE TIRE/COMPONENT WEAR. TSB#1298/BSN 147-COACHMEN AURORA MOTORHOME SCC

2002-05-31, Suspension
VIBRATION AT OR ABOUT 55 MILES PER HOUR. BEACH FORD WILL NOT FIX. PURCHESED FROM CAMPER COUNTRY IN MYRTLE BEACH THEY ARE JUST SALES HAVE TAKEN IT TO FORD AT LEAST 4 TIMES. TOOK IT TO RED BAY ALABAMA TO MANUFACTURER HAD DRIVETRAIN CHECKED AT STI IN ALABAMA TIRES TRUED TO WHEELS AND STILL HAVE THE VIBRATION. *AK

2001-02-06, Suspension
THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL LOCKED UP DUE TO A HUB CASTING DEFECT, THE PROBLEM WAS A FACTORY PRODUCTION PROBLEM, THE LUBRICATION BARREL FOR BEARINGS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CHASSIS HAD BEEN EMPTY SINCE AUGUST, EVERYTHING FROM THE SPINDLE TO THE HUB WAS DAMAGED AND NEEDS REPLACED. *SLC

2000-12-12, Wheels
WHILE DRIVING 30-35 MPH FRONT LEFT WHEEL LOCKED UP. TOWED VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO SAID THERE WAS A HUB CASTING DEFECT, AND THERE WAS A RECALL DUE SHORTLY. A FEW DAYS LATER, FORD COMPANY CHANGED THAT TO IT BEING A FACTORY PRODUCTION PROBLEM. NO LUBRICATION WAS DONE ON THAT COMPONENT. LEFT FRONT WHEEL WAS DESTROYED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THIS KNOWN SAFETY DEFECT. *YH

2001 Ford F-53 questions

Does the 2001 Ford F-53 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 Ford F-53: Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford F-53?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Wheels (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Ford F-53 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.