2012 Ford F-53
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 1 total report mentions: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving on the highway I noticed a sudden and distinct deterioration in handling, so severe that in crosswinds or when being passed by a semi-trailer it was difficult to maintain control and stay in my lane or on the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-26
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2012-03-02Power train12V035000 Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2010 through July 1, 2011 and certain model year 2012 F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the transmission selector arm assembly and the âprndlâ cable assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 2, 2012. Owners may…
Buy-smart checklist
2012 Ford F-53 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 12V035000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2012 Ford F-53 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford F-53?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Ford F-53 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.