CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford F-53 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Wheels (1 report).
2017 Ford F-53 recalls
Brake Fluid Leak Could Lengthen Stopping Distance
Certain 2017 stripped chassis vehicles may have missing valve block ball plugs in the brake hydraulic control unit, which controls the antilock brake system.
Most common 2017 Ford F-53 problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
2017 FORD F-53 AND 2018 FLEETWOOD BOUNDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ACCELERATION ISSUES. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE.*JS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 (NA) FORD F53. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHASSIS GEAR SHIFT CABLE FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO CROWN FORD (2056 SWAINE STREET, FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28303, (910)-867-0299) FOR ROUTINE OIL MAINTENANCE. WHEN THE DEALER ATTEMPTED TO MOVE THE VEHICLE INTO THE SERVICE BAY, THE ENGINE FAILED TO START. THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE SHIFTER CABLE WAS SEPARATED FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL RETAINING BRACKET. THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE GEAR WAS IN PARK AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN REVERSE. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE CHASSIS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,473. *DT 'PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMA
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-53. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT WINDSHIELD SHADES FAILED TO RETRACT BACK. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. GENERAL RV CENTER (13150 SW 16TH AVE, OCALA, FL 34473, (352) 653-1900) REPAIRED THE SHADE MOTOR, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED A SECOND TIME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000.
2017 FORD SUPER DUTY DRW F53. CONSUMER LETTER REGARDING MOTORIZED WINDSHIELD SHADE ON RV. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE WINDSHIELD SHADE WOULD NOT RISE OR LOWER. THE SHADE WOULD DROP DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. *JS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-53. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V768000 (SERVICE BRAKES); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR AS THE RECALL NOTICE WAS RECEIVED OVER TWO MONTHS AGO. THE DEALER (LEVITTOWN FORD SERVICE & PARTS CENTER, 980 S BROADWAY, HICKSVILLE, NY 11801) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2017 Ford F-53 questions
Does the 2017 Ford F-53 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Ford F-53: Brake Fluid Leak Could Lengthen Stopping Distance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford F-53?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (1), Service Brakes (1), Visibility (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.