How common are suspension, wheels & tire problems in the 2020 Ford F53?

NHTSA lists 19 complaints in this area for the 2020 F53, which is 59% of all 32 complaints filed for the model year, the highest share among all F53 years covered.

Is there a recall for the 2020 Ford F53 suspension?

Yes. Recall 22V731000 covers rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets that may break and separate, and recall 21V202000 covers inadequate rear axle lubricant that may cause rear wheel bearing damage.

At what mileage do 2020 F53 suspension problems occur?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 10,000 miles at the time of failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints.

Did the 2020 F53 suspension issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the reported suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2020 F53.

2020 Ford F53 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 19 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2020 Ford F53, or 59% of its 32 total complaints, the highest share of any model year. Two related recalls cover rear stabilizer bar bracket failure and rear wheel bearing damage from low axle lubricant, with median failure mileage of 10,000.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 19; 59% of 32
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 10,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report the rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets breaking or detaching, covered under recall 22V731000.
Several owners report waiting for recall parts under campaign 21V202000 for rear axle lubricant and wheel bearing damage, with the manufacturer exceeding a reasonable repair timeframe.
One owner found the rear anti-sway bar missing its bushing, bracket, and bolts, leading to vehicle instability in wind or when passed by larger vehicles.
One owner described the vehicle swaying side to side at highway speed, accompanied by an illuminated check engine light.
One owner reported the rear stabilizer bar had fully detached before the recall repair could be completed.

When 2020 Ford F53 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 4, 2020, latest Sep 27, 2024.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2020 to Sep 2024; peak Nov 2022 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2020 Ford F53

NHTSA 22V731000Sep 30, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires13,455 vehicles
Suspension:rear
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.
Risk: Brackets that separate from the vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Remedy parts are expected to become ready February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S62.
NHTSA 21V202000Mar 24, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires16,128 vehicles
Suspension:rear
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles. An inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear wheel bearing damage and bearing seizure, and rear axle or driveshaft failure.
Risk: Failure of the rear axle or driveshaft may cause the loss of motive power, failure of the parking brake, and the inability to shift the transmission into "PARK," increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the rear wheel bearings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S17.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by F53 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
20113 (43%)
20121 (100%)
20132 (25%)
20146 (35%)
20151 (14%)
20160 (0%)
20171 (17%)
20182 (18%)
20193 (50%)
202019 (59%)
20215 (38%)
20220 (0%)
20230 (0%)
20240 (0%)
20251 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension, wheels & tire problems in the 2020 Ford F53?: NHTSA lists 19 complaints in this area for the 2020 F53, which is 59% of all 32 complaints filed for the model year, the highest share among all F53 years covered.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Ford F53 suspension?: Yes. Recall 22V731000 covers rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets that may break and separate, and recall 21V202000 covers inadequate rear axle lubricant that may cause rear wheel bearing damage.
At what mileage do 2020 F53 suspension problems occur?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 10,000 miles at the time of failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints.
Did the 2020 F53 suspension issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the reported suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2020 F53.