Ford F53 2001
Model F53 made in 2001 by Ford got 6 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 22 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, steering and suspension. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and power train. There was one recall concerning vehicle speed control .
Model 2001
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V336000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 11/09/1999 to 12/27/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 3600000 | 08/13/2007 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/03/2007 | 08/03/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in an underhood fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford recall no. 05s28.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration;s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 041601 | 11/14/2005 | 05228 | 10018745 | Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt | 01/12/2006 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 15398 | 11/01/2001 | 630414 | Some vehicles may exhibit a coolant leak due to a broken radiator hose clamp. *tt | 04/17/2002 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 07212 | 10/01/2007 | 10023943 | Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f-53 motorhome chassis. updated 2/23/10. *pe | 02/20/2008 | |
| 031404 | 08/23/2004 | 04161 | 10011162 | Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04. | 01/06/2005 |
| 00202 | 10/02/2000 | 618540 | Some vehicles may ingest an excessive amount of water into the air filter while driving in the rain. *jb | 04/16/2001 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 020909 | 12/13/2004 | 042422 | 637859 | Excessive amount of water into the air filter and a loss of power while driving in the rain. 1999-2004 super duty f-53 stripped chas. *tt | 12/06/2002 |
| 0299 | 05/13/2002 | 636101 | Some vehicles may ingest an excessive amount of water into the air filter while driving in the rain. *tt | 11/05/2002 | |
| 0147 | 03/05/2001 | 619424 | Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt | 05/30/2001 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
| 021712 | 08/01/2002 | 636194 | Concerns with motorhome generators shutting off when fuel tank reads 1/4 full. *tt | 11/06/2002 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 0272 | 04/15/2002 | 636005 | Some motorhome chassis vehicles may exhibit the air condition air coming out of defrost or a perceived air conditioner cutting out when traveling on a long uphill grade. *tt | 11/04/2002 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 01135 | 07/09/2001 | 620984 | Some vehicles equipped with 4r100 transmission, having a transmission build date between 7/27/2000 and 3/23/2001, may exhibit an intermittent, delayed or no second gear condition. *tt | 09/05/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 0263 | 04/01/2002 | 636029 | Information on gel-like substance floating on top of fluid in master cylinder. *tt | 11/04/2002 | |
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| 04112 | 06/14/2004 | 10008253 | Popping noise and/or sway/lean during low speed turning maneuvers. also including ford f53 my2004. *tt | 07/23/2004 | |
| 15925 | 05/01/2002 | 637830 | Some motorhomes may exhibit a popping noise originating fromthe front end of the vehicle while turning the steering wheel. *tt | 12/06/2002 | |
| 16071 | 07/01/2002 | 636269 | Some motorhomes may exhibit a popping noise in the front end. *tt | 11/07/2002 | |
| 16022 | 07/01/2002 | 636214 | Some motorhomes may exhibit a popping noise originating from the front end of the vehicle while turning the steering wheel or over bumps. *tt | 11/06/2002 | |
| 02141 | 07/22/2002 | 635980 | Some vehicles built before 10/15/2001 may exhibit a squeak noise from the rear leaf springs. this bulletin involves replacement of the rear leaf spring tip liner. *tt | 11/04/2002 | |
| 00219 | 10/16/2000 | 618553 | Vehicles may exhibit tire and wheel-induced vibration concerns. *jb | 04/16/2001 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| 01B65 | 05/02/2001 | 619649 | Field action for certain vehicles with insufficient grease in either of the front wheel inner bearings. *tt | 06/23/2001 | |
| 01B65 | 03/01/2001 | 619447 | Owner notification program regarding certain 2001 modelyear vehicles for front wheel bearing inspection. *tt | 05/31/2001 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 011005 | 05/01/2001 | 620254 | On some 6.8l equipped super duty motorhome chassis vehicles the oil level readings onthe engine oil level indicator (dipstick) may read inaccurate (low), when the actual levels are within acceptable limits and adequate oil volume is in the | 07/23/2001 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||||
| 15116 | 08/01/2001 | 624589 | Some vehicles may exhibit cruise control that is inoperative. *slc | 11/08/2001 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||
| 12/12/2001 | 4 | 11/01/2001 | |
| Vibration at or about 55 miles per hour. beach ford will not fix. purchesed from camper country in myrtle beach they are just sales have taken it to ford at least 4 times. took it to red bay alabama to manufacturer had drivetrain checked at sti in alabama tires trued to wheels and still have the vibration. *ak | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 1 | 03/06/2001 | ||
| The consumer has experienced the following: steering wanders/constant, must hold the vehicle in the middle travel lane/also on rough roads, windy conditions, and when being passed by trucks (increased compensation required). this may contribute to the fatigue and excessive tire/component wear. tsb#1298/bsn 147-coachmen aurora motorhome scc | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 12/12/2001 | 4 | 11/01/2001 | |
| Vibration at or about 55 miles per hour. beach ford will not fix. purchesed from camper country in myrtle beach they are just sales have taken it to ford at least 4 times. took it to red bay alabama to manufacturer had drivetrain checked at sti in alabama tires trued to wheels and still have the vibration. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||
| 12/04/2000 | 1 | ||
| The left front wheel locked up due to a hub casting defect, the problem was a factory production problem, the lubrication barrel for bearings on the left side of the chassis had been empty since august, everything from the spindle to the hub was damaged and needs replaced. *slc | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/18/2007 | 1 | 04/09/2001 | |
| 2001 ford motorhome, recall 05s28, received notice of this recall 9/2007, ford is unable or unwilling to provide parts to reactivate cruise control. latest estimate of parts availability is 6/2008. this is unacceptable. *tr | |||
| WHEELS - CENTER SECTION | |||
| 12/04/2000 | 1 | ||
| While driving 30-35 mph front left wheel locked up. towed vehicle to dealer who said there was a hub casting defect, and there was a recall due shortly. a few days later, ford company changed that to it being a factory production problem. no lubrication was done on that component. left front wheel was destroyed. *ak the consumer states that the manufacturer has not issued a recall notice for this known safety defect. *yh | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI | DEARBORN | 48121 | FORD MOTOR CO. |