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2014 Ford F53 recalls and problems

1 recall and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Ford F53.

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recalls
17
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2014 Ford F53 recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper

NHTSA campaign 14V405000 · reported July 2, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · 635 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis manufactured February 14, 2014, to March 7, 2014. The affected chassis may have incorrectly machined brake calipers that may leak brake fluid.
The risk
Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S14.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 26, 2019 · Visibility/wiper · 29,000 miles · crash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 FORD F53 THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH IN THE RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE INCREASED TO HIGH SPEED BUT, SEIZED IN THE UPWARD POSITION AND THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A UNKNOWN OBJECT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES OR FIRE DUE TO THE CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT…

Mar 11, 2019 · Visibility/wiper · 15,500 miles

WIPERS TRAVEL TOO FAR AND CATCH ON DRIVERS MIRROR (DRIVERS SIDE) AND ON PASSENGERS SIDE, OFF OF THE WINDSHIELD BELOW THE RUBBER GASKET AND HANGS ON GASKET. WHILE IN USE, I MUST EITHER STOP, OR TURN THE WIPERS OFF AFTER ONE SWEEP. I CALLED THOR OWNERS HELPLINE SEVERAL TIMES WITH NO HELP. I CALLED AGAIN TODAY…

Aug 6, 2018 · Latches/locks/linkages · 10,000 miles

THE ENTRY DOOR DOES NOT LOCK AND MULTIPLE TIMES HAS OPENED WHILE DRIVING. THERE IS A RECALL ON LATER MODEL YEARS, BUT THIS MODEL YEAR WAS NOT INCLUDED. WHY?? THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE AND CERTAINLY ONE THAT EXISTS IN PRIOR YEARS.

May 2, 2018 · Structure · 16,000 miles

ENTRY DOOR POPS OPEN IN MOTION

Apr 12, 2018 · Wheels

2014 FORD F-53. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE FRONT WHEEL BEARING REPAIR PROBLEMS.

F53 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2011 1701
2012 1100
2013 1800
2014 11721
2015 0700
2016 11500
2017 1600

All Ford F53 years →

Questions

Does the 2014 Ford F53 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Ford F53, the most recent reported on July 2, 2014 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford F53?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (7 complaints), followed by suspension (3).
How many 2014 Ford F53 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 17 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 26, 2019.