Ford F-59 problems
The medium-duty version of the Ford F-Series is a range of commercial trucks manufactured by Ford Motor Company since 1948. Derived from the smaller F-Series pickup trucks, the medium-duty range is currently in its eighth generation. Initially slotted between the F-Series pickup trucks and the "Big Job" conventionals, later generations were slotted below the L-Series "Louisville" trucks; the last two generations are the largest vehicles produced by Ford since its exit from the heavy-truck segment.
The medium-duty F-Series has been used for an extensive number of applications, offered as a straight (rigid) truck and a truck-tractor (for semitrailers) in multiple cab configurations. Prior to the production of the Ford C-Series, the model line was also offered in a cab-over engine (COE) configuration; a cowled-chassis variant (the Ford B-series) was used for bus production.
For the 2000 model year, the medium-duty F-Series has been branded as part of the Ford Super Duty range, consisting of the Class 6–7 Ford F-650 and F-750; Class 8 versions of the F-750 have been produced since 2011. The current generation of the medium-duty F-Series is manufactured by Ford in its Ohio Assembly facility (Avon Lake, Ohio), replacing a joint venture with Navistar International named Blue Diamond Truck Company LLC located in General Escobedo, Mexico.
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Common Ford F-59 problems
The Ford F-59 is a commercial vehicle known for its heavy-duty capabilities and versatility. However, like any other vehicle, it is not immune to issues and problems. Two common problems with the Ford F-59 are related to steering and potential fuel leaks.
- Potential Fuel Leak: The Ford F-59, along with the E-350 and E-450 models, has been recalled due to a potential fuel leak caused by extended peeling of the paint along the fuel tank weld seam. This issue is attributed to pre- and post-paint production deviations at the supplier of the fuel tank, Spectra Premium Mobility Solutions Canada Ltd. The recall report published on the NHTSA’s website lists six part numbers, including CC34-9K007-GH and CC34-9002-GB, which stand for the fuel tank assembly and fuel tank shell of the F-59 commercial van. This problem can lead to corrosion over time and potentially cause a fuel leak, posing a safety risk.
These issues highlight the importance of regular inspections and maintenance for Ford F-59 owners. Addressing these problems promptly can help ensure the safety and longevity of the vehicle.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Ford F-59 years
We have researched Ford problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Ford F-59 cars and compiled the top 4 most problematic Ford F-59 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Ford F-59 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Ford F-59 years
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Ford F-59 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Ford F-59 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Suspension problems
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Ford F-59 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 9 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Ford F-59 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Ford F-59 vehicles.
List of Ford F-59 complaints
Ford F-59 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-23
- Date Complaint: 2024-04-12
- VIN: 1F65F5KNXM0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: See attached document for complaint,
Ford F-59 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-16
- Date Complaint: 2023-05-30
- VIN: 1F65F5DN7M0
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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.
Ford F-59 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-30
- Date Complaint: 2023-03-22
- VIN: 1F66F5DN0L0
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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.
Ford F-59 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-30
- Date Complaint: 2023-02-16
- VIN: 1F65F5DN5L0
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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.
Ford F-59 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-27
- Date Complaint: 2022-10-27
- VIN: 1F66F5DN3L0
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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.
Ford F-59 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-30
- Date Complaint: 2022-10-11
- VIN: 1F66F5DN1L0
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 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.
Ford F-59 2020
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-19
- Date Complaint: 2022-09-19
- VIN: 1F66F5DN5L0
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 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.
Ford F-59 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-08
- Date Complaint: 2018-06-18
- VIN: 1F66F5KY0E0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT THE TIME OF FAILURE, IN A HILLY SERVICE AREA, WHICH PLACED MY DRIVER IN A DANGEROUS SITUATION. MANY IN OUR INDUSTRY HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS ISSUE AND KNEW IT WAS A DEFECT. SEVERAL PLEAS TO THE DEALERSHIP RESULTED WITH NO HELP AT ALL THIS IS A CLEAR DEFECT THAT FORD HAS BEEN AWARE OF, HOWEVER WHEN I REPEATEDLY APPEALED TO FORDS CUSTOMERS SERVICE DEPARTMENT RELATED TO THE ABOVE REFERENCE ENGINE ISSUE, I WAS DENIED REPEATEDLY AND INTENTIONALLY DISCONNECTED ON ONE OCCASION. IT IS MY BELIEF THAT FORDS REPRESENTATIVES HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTING TO DELAY OR REFUSE TO PAY THE ENGINE CLAIM. I HAVE NUMEROUS ITEMS TO ATTACH, HOWEVER YOUR SITE WILL NOT ALLOW. PLEASE SEND ME AN EMAIL AND I CAN SEND THE REST OF MY DOCUMENTATION. I WAS ABLE TO ATTACHTHE MECHANICS REPORT AND OUR REWARD LETTER.
Ford F-59 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-22
- Date Complaint: 2016-04-20
- VIN: 1F64F5KY6F0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WATER INTRUSION IN MAIN WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR ON FIREWALL CAUSING CORROSION OF THE CONNECTOR AND MALFUNCTION OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM POTENTIALLY CAUSING ENGINE STALL OUT ON HIGHWAYS AND RISK OF CRASH OR FIRE DUE TO ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT SHORTENING.
Latest 5 recalls Ford F-59
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the Ford F-59.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Ford F-59 2021
- Report Received Date: 2022-12-14
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The 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.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S76.
- Model: Ford F-59 2020
- Report Received Date: 2022-03-11
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- 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.
- Model: Ford F-59 2021
- Report Received Date: 2022-03-11
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- 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.
- Model: Ford F-59 2020
- Report Received Date: 2021-03-24
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Model: Ford F-59 2021
- Report Received Date: 2021-03-24
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
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