2021 Ford F53

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2021 Ford F53
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:50:16.856Z

Only 5 complaints 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2021

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1994 1998: 1 complaint 1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 3 complaints 2019 2020: 16 complaints 2021: 5 complaints 2021 5
1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1994 1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2019 2020: 16 complaints 2020 2021: 5 complaints 2021 5
1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1994 1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2019 2020: 16 complaints 2020 2021: 5 complaints 2021 5

2021: 5 complaints

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YearComplaints
19890
19903
19912
19923
19930
19940
19981
199915
20002
20015
20020
20032
20185
20193
202016
20215

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

2 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Electrical system

2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F53. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that he had not experienced any failure. The vehicle was not repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-06-02

Suspension

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

Steering

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

Advance Trac Light comes on. Loosing CC/Sway/Hill Hold

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-02-11

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Exterior lighting

1 of 5 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing switch.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2023-03-08Suspension22V731000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 recreational stripped chassis vehicles. The rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets may break and separate from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the bolt tightness for both rear stabilizer attachment brackets and replace the weld nuts and bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2023.

Buy-smart checklist

2021 Ford F53 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 22V731000 · Suspension

FAQ

Is the 2021 Ford F53 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 2021 Ford F53?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford F53 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.