2014 Ford F-53
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2014 Ford F-53. Newest first.
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 and remedy
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.
Owner complaints
17 complaints2 involved a crash1 involved a fire2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Visibility/wiper
TL* the contact owned a 2014 ford F53 the contact stated that while driving 55 mph in the rain, the windshield wipers were increased to high speed but, seized in the upward position and the contact crashed the vehicle into a unknown object. There were no injuries or fire due to the crash. A…
TL* the contact owned a 2014 ford F53 the contact stated that while driving 55 mph in the rain, the windshield wipers were increased to high speed but, seized in the upward position and the contact crashed the vehicle into a unknown object. There were no injuries or fire due to the crash. A police report was not filed. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the lazydays rv of tampa 6130 lazy days blvd, seffner, fl 33584 (800) 306-4002 but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided .the failure mileage was approximately 29,000.
- Visibility/wiper
Wipers travel too far and catch on drivers mirror (drivers side) and on passengers side, off of the windshield below the rubber gasket and hangs on gasket. while in use, I must either stop, or turn the wipers off after one sweep. I called thor owners helpline several times with no help. I called…
Wipers travel too far and catch on drivers mirror (drivers side) and on passengers side, off of the windshield below the rubber gasket and hangs on gasket. while in use, I must either stop, or turn the wipers off after one sweep. I called thor owners helpline several times with no help. I called again today (3/11/2019) and talked to kirk. again no help. *Dt *dt *dt*jb *bf... consumer taking vehicle to dealer (4/17/19)*jb *dt consumer stated wiper issue IS completelt resolved.*jb
- Latches/locks/linkages · Structure › Body
The entry door does not lock and multiple times has opened while driving. there IS a recall on later model years, but this model year was not included. why?? this IS a serious safety issue and certainly one that exists in prior years. *Tt *tr
- Structure › Body
Entry door pops open in motion *tt *tr
- Wheels
2014 ford F-53. consumer writes in regards to vehicle front wheel bearing repair problems. *smd *cn
- Latches/locks/linkages · Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2014 ford F-53. The contact stated that the deadbolt lock on the entry door would lock independently. The occupants were unable to enter or exit the vehicle. The contact also stated that the electric steps opened independently without warning while the vehicle was in motion…
TL* the contact owns a 2014 ford F-53. The contact stated that the deadbolt lock on the entry door would lock independently. The occupants were unable to enter or exit the vehicle. The contact also stated that the electric steps opened independently without warning while the vehicle was in motion, the vehicle was taken to camping world of sacramento (1039 orlando ave, roseville, ca 95661, (916) 772-1155), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v510000 (latches/locks/linkages) and 15v866000 (structure). The manufacturer was not contacted and made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,000.
- Exterior lighting
Inadequate light from headlight very unsafe to drive at night ! Barely see 5 ft in front at night
- Exterior lighting · Suspension
Headlights are not strong enough to light up the road. Have to use high beam at night. Leg lights like these just disappear out in the dark, IS not beamed at all. Cannot see the road, period. Contacted fr but they don't recognize this problem or take any responsibility. light fixture are also…
Headlights are not strong enough to light up the road. Have to use high beam at night. Leg lights like these just disappear out in the dark, IS not beamed at all. Cannot see the road, period. Contacted fr but they don't recognize this problem or take any responsibility. light fixture are also loose and hard to tighten back up. the ford F53 chassis IS a 2014 make. Suspension IS really bad in the front. 3 times replaced bearings and spindle. on warranty but there IS really not enough suspension and it makes the front vibrate. So much so that the overhead bed has fallen down several times and has to be supported by a wooden brace. Dashboard vibrate as well. This IS all happening while driving. Bad roads makes it worse.
- Unknown or other
Thor ace motor home IS equipped with an onan generator and generator overheats while driving. generator necessary to run air conditioner to cool interior of rv during in warmer months. generator works fine when not traveling down highway, but cuts off due to overheating within minutes of driving in hotter weather. without cooling interior of motor home becomes very hot.
- Suspension
Found the right rear lower sway bar mount bolt missing and the mount bent upward, causing the sway bar to become ineffective and the body leaning 3" lower on the right side than the left side. Handling was also affected drastically, almost causing loss of control similar to a flat tire.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Structure › Body
An almost new 2014 newmar bay star 3303 motorhome with a ford V10 gasoline engine on a ford chassis. my family and I were preparing to leave on our first big family outing in our new rv. at the last minute while loading the vehicle a gasoline odor was noticed. upon vacating the vehicle, gasoline…
An almost new 2014 newmar bay star 3303 motorhome with a ford V10 gasoline engine on a ford chassis. my family and I were preparing to leave on our first big family outing in our new rv. at the last minute while loading the vehicle a gasoline odor was noticed. upon vacating the vehicle, gasoline was seen dripping from the hot exhaust pipes under the rv. the rv was shut off and towed to a ford truck garage. ford techs discovered gasoline under pressure was squirting onto the engine exhaust and within minutes of leaving on our vacation the gas fumes would have ignited and exploded. the fire would now have be fueled by gas from a melted high pressure plastic gasoline line. then, as a rv with the engine located between the front seats, the fire and explosion would have prevented anyone from exiting through the door. the gasoline fueled fire and explosion would have injured or killed my entire family. ford has no repair for the design/manufacturing defect in their high pressure fuel line for this vehicle. it seems ford's nylon/plastic fuel line IS insulated with a soy based foam and/or other ingredients that are naturally good tasting food products for rodents/critters. as a food based product, the foam insulation and plastic lines attract rodents/critters to eat the foam and fuel line thus damaging the plastic line creating a dangerous gasoline leak. on discussions with ford they have no correction for the problem. ford recommends placing mothballs under the vehicle and to avoid parking in wooded areas. the danger IS that the plastic fuel line coated with a food based foam insulation IS located near the engine causing the gasoline to leak directly onto the hot engine manifold and exhaust. the safety of my family IS at risk every time we use the rv due to a design and engineering defect by ford and the location of the engine and exit door on the newmar.
- Structure › Body
This vehicle IS an rv. The latch to the only regular exit door IS attached by a very small piece of cast metal. The spring IS quite strong and while opening the exit door, the handle broke off. This made exit from the door impossible. The only exit was out the rear window. The vehicle was…
This vehicle IS an rv. The latch to the only regular exit door IS attached by a very small piece of cast metal. The spring IS quite strong and while opening the exit door, the handle broke off. This made exit from the door impossible. The only exit was out the rear window. The vehicle was stationary at the time and I am flexible enough to climb through the window, so this was not a huge issue. Had there been an issue to the rear of the vehicle however, a window would have had to be smashed to exit.
- Wheels
Passenger side front wheel bearing failure at 1800 miles while merging onto I65 at 60mph in a straight line on I65 near the indiana / kentucky border. this occurred on 03april2016. damage required new wheel bearing, spindle, king pin, brake pads, hub assembly and rotor. delivered to andy mohr truck center in indianapolis where it was repaired under warranty.
- Wheels
Driver side wheel bearing failure at 1549 miles while driving 60mph in a straight line on I65 near the tennessee / alabama border. this occurred on 27march2016. damaged the spindle, hub, brake pads, caps. towed to mid-tenn ford in nashville where it was repaired under warranty.
- Electrical system · Seats · Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2014 ford F-53. While the motor coach was parked, two of the slides, awnings, stairs, and the driver side power seats failed to activate without warning. The failures recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed. The awning and…
TL* the contact owns a 2014 ford F-53. While the motor coach was parked, two of the slides, awnings, stairs, and the driver side power seats failed to activate without warning. The failures recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed. The awning and stairs were replaced. The driver side power seat and slides were repaired; however, the failures recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the failures were unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and asked the contact to run a hot wire from the battery to the slide controller. The slides became operable. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000. updated 09/01/2015*lj the consumer stated the electrical system failures are installed by thor motor coach co. Not ford. The failure wass broken hot wiring within the coach body. thor motor coach could not determine where the hot wires go. There were numerous failures of 12 volts leaving the power source and not getting to the intended component. The consumer believed a short fire would occur. Updated 12/7/2015 *js
- Steering
Traveling on I-10 when trucks passed me, I would a lot of times be pushed over to the shoulder of the road. Also on curves still under the speed limit it would seem like the front end was floating or loose steering. All this was traveling any where from 55 to 65 mph. Going on straight aways with no trucks passing it drove fine. *tr
- Structure · Suspension
Upper mounting bolt on front left (driver side) shock absorber was completely loose. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Trimark 060-1650 Door Latch Failures
On November 23, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE20021 to investigate allegations of inoperative Trimark THP 060-1650 door lock/latches originally equipped on model years (MY) 2015-2017 Class A and Class C motorhomes.ODI received forty-six Vehicle Owner’s Questionnaires (VOQs) describing…
On November 23, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE20021 to investigate allegations of inoperative Trimark THP 060-1650 door lock/latches originally equipped on model years (MY) 2015-2017 Class A and Class C motorhomes.ODI received forty-six Vehicle Owner’s Questionnaires (VOQs) describing consumers being locked in or out of their vehicles.The door latch, containing a die-cast zinc plunger, was produced by Equality during calendar years 2014-2016. The die-cast may become porous and brittle over time and can break without warning, causing the vehicle owner to be unable to open the recreational vehicle door equipped with the latch.If the motorhome does not have any other doors such as some Class A models, occupants could be trapped inside, needing to climb out using the emergency exits. If locked out, owners would be unable to easily get in and retrieve children and pets. ODI analyzed the data provided by Trimark in response to its January 27, 2021 information request letter.Although an elevated failure rate was evident on a specific combination of plunger bolt, door lock/latch assembly and door, the data showed that most failures occurred within the first two years of service on the affected 2015-2017 vehicles.This data suggests that component failures generally would have already occurred.Further, ODI data reflects a downward trend in complaints after calendar year 2018 and for post- MY 2016 vehicles.This downward trend may be attributed Trimark's actions in 2016 such as changes in the manufacturing process of its zinc plunger component for the relevant population and its 2016 decision to switch to a steel plunger. In view of the nature of early-life failure, and failure rate trending downward for model years 2017 and newer, this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist.The Agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances. To review the ODI reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11008948While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.
- 10254138All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.
- 10241626Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS > Diagnostics tab > HVBoM > Features > Engine Serial Number. Once the ESN is obtained from the historical vehicle bill of materials (HvBOM), it can be programmed into the PCM using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. Navigate to the toolbox tab> powertrain menu> Service Functions> ESN.
- 10241547Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS> OASIS> Features> Engine Serial Number. Once the ESN is obtained from the historical vehicle bill of materials (HvBOM), it can be programmed into the PCM using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. Navigate to the toolbox tab> powertrain menu> Service Functions> ESN.
- 10235153For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist. Swapping a module from a vehicle or ordering a module using a different vehicle/VIN can cause ineffective repairs and additional vehicle down time. Make sure all appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures are followed when diagnosing the condition prior to all module replacements and only order modules using the correct VIN.
- 10228849Some 2014-2021 F53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis may exhibit a pinion seal leak. A new part number is available to to resolve this concern, MU9Z-4676-A. For claiming, use causal part number 4676 and applicable labor times in Section 04 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
- 10205022Torqshift Transmission - Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
- 10183758Some 2009-2016 E-Series, F-Super Duty, 2009-2015 F-53 Motorhome and 2011-2015 F-59 Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a TorqShift transmission and a transmission built on or before 12/15/2015 may exhibit a MIL with DTCs P0751, P0730 and/or P2700
- 10164497For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA and negative battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-BA are available for this type of repair. Do not cut or shorten the battery cable, instead carefully remove the affected battery cable clamp and clean the cable end as necessary to preserve wire length. Some rework may be necessary for some vehicle environments. Bend the new positive battery cable clamp as needed and crimp it to the existing battery cable. Make sure to use heat shrink tubing over the battery cable to battery cable clamp connection. Obtain the heat shrink tube locally.
- 10160931On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignment dowel pins are present as well as the engine crankshaft dowel pin, if equipped, when installing the transmission. Failure to adequately lubricate the converter hub greatly increases the likelihood of the flexplate cracking in the future. Missing dowels may cause a misalignment issue also resulting in a premature failure. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.
- 10155574Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into the PCM. The ESN is located on PTS> OASIS> Features> Engine Serial Number. Once the ESN is obtained from the historical vehicle bill of materials (HvBOM), it can be programmed into the PCM using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. Navigate to the toolbox tab> powertrain menu> Service Functions> ESN.
- 10144224Certain 2012-2016 Model Year F-450 ? F-750 and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with a 6.8L Engine Camshaft Roller Follower Replacement Coverage
- 10143111Certain 2012-2016 Model Year F-450 ? F-750 and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with a 6.8L Engine - Camshaft Roller Follower Replacement
- 10143079Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may exhibit symptoms that may include upper end engine noise, rough running, misfire and/or engine damage. If diagnosis leads to only camshaft/camshaft roller follower(s) requiring replacement, replace all of the camshaft roller followers on both banks/cylinder heads with part number 3L3Z-6564-A, not just the faulty roller follower(s). When replacing the camshaft roller followers, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01.
- 10140323The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Access to this site is granted through Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES) and Dealer Principal, General Manager or Parts and Service Director can authorize users. Once authorized the retrieval process for master code can be obtained. The master code for the Accessory Keyless Entry Keypad cannot be retrieved from the body control module(BCM) with a diagnostic tool.
- 10138524The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Access to this site is granted through Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES) and Dealer Principal, General Manager or Parts and Service Director can authorize users. Once authorized the retrieval process for master code can be obtained. The master code for the Accessory Keyless Entry Keypad cannot be retrieved from the body control module(BCM) with a diagnostic tool.
- 10137150Certain 2018 Model Year Escape and MKC Vehicles - Transmission Bell Housing Bolt TorqueCertain 2012-2016 Model Year F-450 ? F-750 and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with a 6.8L Engine - Camshaft Roller Follower Replacement
- 10137113Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only approved Genuine Ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems. If you suspect a system has been modified, the following resources can be used to verify original equipment: Monroney Label (Window Sticker), Professional Technician Society (PTS) OASIS tab select SYNC or HVBOM. For Genuine Ford accessories use: PTS Workshop Tab select Dealer Installed Accessory or Accessory Installation.
- 10127405Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or Ford J2534 Diagnostic Software, select - Toolbox - Body - Security - PATS Functions - Parameter Reset. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure. This procedure will transfer the existing Key ID information between the modules without the need of having 2 programmed PATS keys present. There is no need to program keys when the PCM is going to be replaced. Additional information can be found in the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 419-01. Missing or lost keys are not warrantable.
- 10109070The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.
- 10058636Ford: multiple diagnostic codes: super duty and ecoline equipped with 6.8L engines having malfunction indicator lamp illuminate and unable to determine root cause
- 10058625Ford: some vehicles transmission will experience, after a cold soak or an extended period with engine off, a 2-3 shift hesitation due to possible hydraulic circuit drain. Model 2013-16 various vehicles.
- 10057834Ford: no service action IS recommended for this condition. Please use at your discretion. Various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter noise, at highway speeds when the rear door window(s) or sunroof are open.
- 10057811Ford: certain 2011-2015 ford f-super duty with 6.7 diesel engines may experience a vibration buzz noise from the diesel fuel conditioning module (dfcm) and/or may 10/1/1 pressure fuel lines w/o diagnostic trouble code poosa.
- 10056196Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. Model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, F-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward.
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