2001 Ford F-53 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 Ford F-53 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2001 Ford F-53. The part named most often is suspension, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by steering (1) and transmission and drivetrain (1). NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension2 40%
- Steering1 20%
- Wheels1 20%
Example complaints
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.”
NHTSA complaint #762401, filed 2002-05Steering: “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”
NHTSA complaint #10003813, filed 2003-01Vehicle 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.”
NHTSA complaint #10219650, filed 2008-02Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 07V336000Aug 3, 2007Vehicle speed controlCovers: Ford F-53 1995–2002, E-150 1992–1993, 1997–2003, E-350 1992–1993, 1997–2003 +18 more
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Recall details for the 2001 Ford F-53 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10023943Oct 1, 2007Engine cooling. Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f-53 motorhome…
- 10018745Nov 14, 2005Engine cooling. Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10011162Aug 23, 2004Engine cooling. Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
Other model years of the Ford F-53
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13 | 3,490 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 33 | 5,750 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2019 | 6 | 8,250 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 11 | 3,300 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 6 | 3,500 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 15 | 2,800 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2015 | 7 | 11,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 17 | 7,200 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2013 | 8 | 17,150 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 7 | 22,478 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 15 | 19,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1995 | 6 | 40,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2001 Ford F-53 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2001 Ford F-53 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 Ford F-53 is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by steering with 1.
Has the 2001 Ford F-53 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.