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2020 Ford F-59

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Mar 22, 2023
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Mar 11, 2022
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 5 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2020 Ford F-59, most frequently naming the suspension and powertrain (other) categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 8 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Suspension571.4%
  • Powertrain (other)228.6%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
22V145000

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Mar 11, 2022
72 units potentially affected
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-59 vehicles. The bolt that secures the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may be improperly tightened, which could result in separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box.
The risk: Separation of the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear box can result in the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft bolt, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S13.
Ford Motor CompanyManufacturer number 22S13View on NHTSA.gov
21V202000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT; SUSPENSION:REAR

Mar 24, 2021
16,128 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The 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.
The 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.
Ford Motor CompanyManufacturer number 21S17View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Suspension
Filed Mar 22, 2023

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-59. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. There was no further information provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ID
11513195
Incident
Sep 30, 2022
Suspension
Filed Feb 16, 2023

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F59. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. 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. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ID
11507638
Incident
Sep 30, 2022
Suspension
Filed Oct 27, 2022

The contact owned a 2021 Thor Hurricane built on a 2020 Ford F-59 Chassis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V731000 (Suspension) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because she no longer own the RV. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.

NHTSA ID
11491197
Incident
Oct 27, 2022
Powertrain (other)Suspension
Filed Oct 11, 2022

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-59 Motor Home Chassis. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V202000 (Suspension, Power Train) however, the parts to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs as the recall notice was received several months ago. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it remained for the past two months. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and the contact was informed that parts were not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms part available. The contact stated that the rear wheel bearing issue was repaired. The vehicle was deemed safe to drive by Ford for the recall regarding the suspension issues. The contact has since sold the vehicle.

NHTSA ID
11488837
Incident
Sep 30, 2022
Powertrain (other)Suspension
Filed Sep 19, 2022

The contact owns a 2021 Jayco Precept built on a 2020 Ford F-59 chassis. The contact stated that upon purchasing the RV, the RV remained at the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V202000 (Suspension, Power Train). The RV dealer then towed the RV to a Ford dealer where the recall repair was being completed. The contact followed up with the RV dealer and was informed that the Ford dealer had damaged a brake part in the process of completing the recall repair and was awaiting the arrival of the replacement part. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution Connect.

NHTSA ID
11485291
Incident
Sep 19, 2022

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

TSB 26-2256

ENGINE

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 number W709771-S440 to 9 pieces (F-650/F750-Engine Replacement), W706447-S437 and W715068-S437 to 4 pieces, W712861-S439 to 8 pieces(F-Super Duty Pickup And Chassis Cab-Engine Replacement) / 8 pieces (F-53 Motorhome/F-59 Stripped Chassis Cab/F-650,F750 Engine Replacement) / W714286-S442 to 4 pieces (F-Super Duty Pickup And Chassis Cab-Camshaft and Tappet Repair / F-Super Duty Pickup And Chassis Cab-Engine Replacement), include LC3Z-6020-A for the Engine replacement lists, include 1 fuel injector seal kit to the Camshaft and Tappet repair lists, include 4 pieces of W520114-S440 to the E Series-Camshaft and Tappet Repair list, and update the engine oil part numbers XO-5W30-Q1SP and CXO-5W30-LSP6. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an upper engine ticking or tapping noise at idle. Customers may also report experiencing ro

22N15

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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 Reprogramming for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing Adding Not OTA Capable Owner letters. Other documents submitted 01/02/24 & Received OTA letters submitted on 02/01/24

22N15

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

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 (I/M) Testing Addinf owner letters. First part submitted 01/02/24

22N15

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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 (I/M) Testing

SAN-Vol1 I1

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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 other service information.

SSM 51447

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

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 the tone ring has been superseded with improved parts for both the passive (MU9Z-2C026-D, open shutter design) and active (MU9Z-2C026-C, closed shutter design) systems. Follow Workshop Manual, Section 206-04 for tone ring replacement.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Ford F-59 by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026120—
2025030—
2024010—
2023010—
2022340—
2021430—
2020Viewing520—
2019000—
2018000—
2017010—
2016010—
2015100—
2014120—
2013010—
2012020—
2011020—
2009000—
2008000—
1994000—
1993000—
1992000—
1991000—
1990000—
1989000—
1988000—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.