Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford F-53. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rear Caliper Bolts Not Tightened Correctly
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-53 and F-59 vehicles. The rear brake caliper attachment bolts may not be tightened correctly, which can allow the caliper to loosen and possibly damage the wheel or brake lines.
- Consequence
- A damaged wheel can result in a loss of tire pressure. A damaged brake line can cause a brake fluid leak and reduce brake performance. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear caliper bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged bolts will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S11.
Steering Wheel May Loosen or Detach
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis, and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. The steering wheel attachment bolt may loosen and separate from the steering column, resulting in a loose or detached steering wheel.
- Consequence
- A loose or detached steering wheel can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will work with the final stage vehicle manufacturers to replace and tighten the steering wheel attachment bolt, free of charge. As of August 10, 2022, all 692 vehicles included in this recall have been remedied. No owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S50.
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Owner complaints (4)
4 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 2 | 50% |
| Structure | 2 | 50% |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 25% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 25% |
How 2022 compares with other F-53 years
Best and worst F-53 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 15 | 1 |
| 2017 | 6 | 1 |
| 2018 | 11 | 1 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 32 | 2 |
| 2021 | 13 | 2 |
| 2022 | 4 | 2 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2022 Ford F-53 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford F-53 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 23V164000 (brake), 22V528000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Ford F-53 problems?
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (2), Structure (2), Equipment (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2022 F-53 compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Ford F-53 model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (6) and the 2020 the most (32). The 2022 drew 4. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.