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2013 Ford F-53 Body and structure Problems

Complaints
1about this part
Share
13%of 8 total for the year
Median mileage
35,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the body and structure of the 2013 Ford F-53, 13% of the 8 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 35,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-53. The contact stated that the front windshield fiber glass was separating from the motor home. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the glue between the fiber glass and metal was peeling and caused the separation. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer informed the contact that the warranty had expired and no further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 35,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11099011, filed 2018-05, 35,000 miles

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Body and structure: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202039%
2019233%
2018545%
2017117%
2016213%
2015114%
2014741%
2013113%

Other parts of the 2013 Ford F-53

Brakes
3 complaints
Exterior lighting
2 complaints
Suspension
2 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2013 Ford F-53

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology