Does the 2016 Ford F53 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Ford F53, the most recent reported on September 30, 2015 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F53?

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).

How many 2016 Ford F53 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Ford F53 recalls and problems

1 recall and 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford F53.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2016 Ford F53 recalls

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 15V611000 · reported September 30, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · 1,477 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis trucks manufactured June 1, 2015, to August 11, 2015. Due to an incorrect shift cable bracket and an improper shift cable adjustment, the affected vehicles can be shifted out of 'PARK' without applying the brakes.
The risk: If the vehicle can be shifted into reverse without the brakes being applied, the vehicle may unintentionally move, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission shift control bracket and adjust the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S25.

Most reported problems

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

Power train6
Electrical system2
Service brakes2
Structure2
Unknown or other2
Engine1
Seat belts1
Visibility1
Visibility/wiper1

What owners report

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

Nov 7, 2025 · Structure
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-53. The contact stated that upon further inspection of the vehicle, the contact noticed that the chassis body had several fractured welds, and the brackets were missing. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the brackets holding the chassis…

Mar 22, 2022 · Seat belts · 24,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Fleetwood Flair RV built on a 2016 Ford F53 Chassis. The contact stated that the dealer had repaired the seat belt bolts upon purchasing the RV; however, while her husband was driving approximately 55-65 MPH in the mountains with her in the front passenger’s side seat, the front driver's side…

Jul 23, 2018 · Visibility · 9,078 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD F-53. WHILE DRIVING IN A RAIN STORM, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPAIRED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THOR MOTOR COACH (701 COUNTY ROAD 15, ELKHART, IN 46516) WHERE THE…

Apr 18, 2018 · Service brakes · 2,800 miles
PURCHASED NEW IN AUGUST, 2016. ONE MONTH LATER WE DROVE OUR NEW MOTORHOME SOUTHWEST INTO NM AND AZ. AT 2735 MILES ON THE ODOMETER IN CENTRAL NM WE GOT TWO BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHTS WHILE TRAVELING WEST ON I-40 AT 65 MPH. WE STOPPED TO INSPECT SYSTEM. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE EXTREMELY HOT! FRONT MASTER CYLINDER…

May 31, 2017 · Electrical system
ELECTRICAL TRANSFER SWITCH BUZZES AFTER ONE TO TWO HOURS OF PLUGGING IN. LOUDER AFTER MORE HOURS. HYDRAULIC JACK PUMP REPLACED TWICE IN FIRST YEAR AND NEEDS REPAIR OR REPLACE AGAIN AFTER 13 MONTHS.

F53 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	1	8	0	0
2014	1	17	2	1
2015	0	7	0	0
2016	1	15	0	0
2017	1	6	0	0
2018	1	11	0	1
2019	0	6	0	0

All Ford F53 years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Ford F53 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Ford F53, the most recent reported on September 30, 2015 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford F53?: Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2016 Ford F53 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 7, 2025.