2014 Ford F53 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2014 Ford F53 has a Complaint Index of 94, ranking it 2nd worst out of 17 model years, with a verdict of Avoid. NHTSA lists 17 complaints, one recall for brake calipers, one fire, and two crashes, with Structure & Body issues the top problem area at 41% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 94/100
- #2 of 17 F53 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 17
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Structure & Body
Top 2014 Ford F53 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body7 (41%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (35%)
- Electrical System3 (18%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (12%)
- Airbags1 (6%)
- Engine1 (6%)
- Fuel System1 (6%)
- Other1 (6%)
- Steering1 (6%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Windshield wipers can seize in the upward position at highway speed, leading to loss of visibility and a crash.
- Front wheel bearings have failed at very low mileage, damaging the spindle, hub, brake pads, and rotor.
- Slides, awnings, stairs, and power seats have failed to activate without warning while the motorhome was parked.
- Loose or floating steering has been reported at highway speed, especially when passed by trucks.
- The exit door latch has broken off, trapping occupants inside with the rear window as the only way out.
- Electric steps have opened on their own while the vehicle was moving, and the entry door deadbolt has locked independently.
2014 Ford F53 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V405000Jul 2, 2014Brakes635 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
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.
Risk: Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
2014 compared with other F53 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Ford F53 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2014 F53 a Complaint Index of 94, the 2nd highest (worst) among 17 model years tracked, earning it an Avoid verdict relative to other F53 years.
- What problems does the 2014 Ford F53 have?
- Owners most often reported Structure & Body issues (41% of complaints, median mileage 4,000), followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires problems (35%, median mileage 2,000), and Electrical System failures (18%, median mileage 6,400).
- Does the 2014 Ford F53 have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (14V405000) was issued in July 2014 for incorrectly machined brake calipers on chassis built between February 14 and March 7, 2014. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2014 F53 compare to other years?
- The 2014 model's Complaint Index of 94 is worse than most other F53 years, including 2013 (38, Good) and 2017 (31, Good), and second only to 2020 (100, Avoid).
- Were there any crashes or fires linked to the 2014 F53?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported for the 2014 F53, with no deaths recorded.