Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 Ford F-59 peaked in 2023, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2021 Ford F-59
Other, gasoline, 4x2, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from May 30, 2023 to Jan 31, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year327k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints42.0 times the median 2021 other
Severity index0.02021 others average 7.1
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2021 Ford F-59 name engine and cooling
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
3 recall campaigns cover the 2021 Ford F-59
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-925 | Dec 14, 2022 | Paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak | Fuel system | 11,074 | Part replacement |
| 22V-145 | Mar 11, 2022 | Bolt that secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may be improperly tightened, which could result in separation of the… | Steering | 72 | Part replacement |
| 21V-202 | Mar 24, 2021 | Inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear wheel bearing damage and bearing seizure, and rear axle or driveshaft failure | Powertrain | 16,128 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 Ford F-59
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Jan 31, 2026Failure Jul 23, 2024Charlotte, NCEngine
Pistons rings were worn causing excessive blow by into crankcase. Catalytic converters were damaged and clogged. all of which required an engine replacement.
NHTSA complaint 11714694 - Filed Apr 1, 2025Failure Nov 5, 2024Las Vegas, NVUnknown or other
The chassis is bent on the rear end on both sides of the motorhome
NHTSA complaint 11652182 - Filed Apr 12, 2024Failure Feb 23, 2024Charlotte, NCEngine
See attached document for complaint,
NHTSA complaint 11582592 - Filed May 30, 2023Failure Nov 16, 202210,000 milesToano, VASuspension
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-59. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the upper bolt had detached from the chassis and bent the bracket. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed, and the bracket and missing bolts were replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and the contact was directed to another dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
NHTSA complaint 11524386
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
13 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- TSB 26-2256 Jun 19, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This article supersedes TSB 25-2572 to update the Parts List to correct the part number LC3Z-6006-L to LC3Z-6781-A, remove the flex plate bolts AL3Z-6379-BA from the parts list as these bolts are in kit LC3Z-6781-A, update the claim quantity of the part num… - SSM 54363 Nov 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis/F-650/F-750/Transit vehicles equipped with a 2.7L/3.5L (non hybrid)/6.8L/7.3L engine and 2021-2026 E-Series may exhibit a rattle/scraping noise from the be… - SSM 54338 Oct 29, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2021-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles equipped with a 6.8L/7.3L engine and 2021-2026 E-Series/F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 7.3L engine may exhib… - 22N15 Apr 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customer Satisfaction Program 22N15 Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogra… - 22N15 Jan 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection and Maintenance (… - 22N15 Dec 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gateway Module Reprogramming for Inspection and Maintenanc… - 23B51 Sep 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2021-2023 Model Year F59 Stripped Chassis Vehicles - Power Steering Cooler Bracket Replacement - 22L03 Aug 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain 2021-2022 Model Year Econoline, Super Duty Chassis Cab, F53 Motor Home, F59 Step Van, and F650/F750 Medium Duty Chassis Cab Vehicles Equipped with a Premium Rated 7.3L Engine - Engine Horsepower Credit - SAN-Vol1 I1 Jun 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical service tips and othe… - SSM 51447 Mar 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2020-2021 F53/F59 Stripped Chassis vehicles may experience an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C003A. If normal diagnostics lead to replacement of the tone ring, be advised that … - SSM 50974 Jul 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis, 2021-2023 F-650/F-750/E-Series, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a communication fault with emissions inspection equipment. This may be due to the software in the … - SSM 50514 Feb 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2020-2022 F-53 Motorhome Chassis/F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0037 and/or C0038. This may be due to a damaged rear wheel speed sensor (WSS)… - SSM 49785 May 7, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some 2021 F-Super Duty and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may …
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.