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2014 Ford F53 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

93/100

#2 most-complained of 16 F53 years

The 2014 Ford F53 has a complaint index of 93, ranked 2nd worst out of 16 model years, and is rated Avoid relative to other F53 years. Structure & Body issues make up 41% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 4,000 miles.

Complaints
17
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
2 / 1
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2014 Ford F53 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Structure & Body7 (41%)
  2. Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (35%)
  3. Electrical System3 (18%)
  4. Visibility & Wipers2 (12%)
  5. Airbags1 (6%)
  6. Engine1 (6%)
  7. Fuel System1 (6%)
  8. Other1 (6%)
  9. Steering1 (6%)

What owners report

  • Windshield wipers reportedly seized in the upward position at high speed during rain, leading to a crash.
  • Owners report front wheel bearing failures on both driver and passenger sides at low mileage, damaging spindles, hubs, and brake components.
  • Slides, awnings, stairs, and power seats reportedly failed to activate without warning while the motorhome was parked.
  • The exit door latch reportedly broke off, trapping occupants inside with the rear window as the only way out.
  • Owners describe the entry door deadbolt locking on its own and the electric steps opening unexpectedly while driving.
  • Headlights were described as providing inadequate light, making nighttime driving difficult.
2014 Ford F53 complaints: complaints filed per month6Nov 2014Jul 2015Jul 2016Mar 2018May 2018Mar 2019
23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2014 to Jun 2019; peak Jul 2016 (6).

2014 Ford F53 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. 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

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012No verdict711—
2013Good4081—
2014Avoid93171—
2015Caution6070—
2016Caution73151—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Ford F53 reliable?
NHTSA data ranks the 2014 F53 as Avoid, 2nd worst of 16 model years covered, with a complaint index of 93.
What is the biggest problem area for the 2014 Ford F53?
Structure & Body complaints are the largest category, making up 41% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 4,000 miles.
Does the 2014 Ford F53 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists one recall (campaign 14V405000) for incorrectly machined brake calipers on chassis built between February 14 and March 7, 2014.
How does the 2014 Ford F53 compare to other years?
The 2014 F53 has a complaint index of 93, higher than 2011 (47), 2013 (40), 2017 (20), and 2019 (33), but lower than 2020 (100).
Were there any injuries reported for the 2014 Ford F53?
NHTSA data lists 2 injuries, 2 crashes, and 1 fire among the 17 complaints filed for the 2014 F53.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.