Question 1

Is the Ford F53 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Ford F53 has 49 total NHTSA complaints across 4 model years. The most reliable years are 2019 (5 complaints). Years to avoid: 2020 (30 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Ford F53 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2020 Ford F53. The 2020 model has the most complaints (30) with the top issue being SUSPENSION.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Ford F53?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Ford F53 are 2019 (5 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2021	7	Advance Trac Light comes on. Loosing CC/Sway/Hill ...	Average
2020	30	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD F53. THE CONTACT ...	Below Average
2019	5	WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 60 TO 65 MPH THE DASH...	Excellent Reliability
2018	7	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 FORD F53. THE CONTACT ...	Average

Ford F53 — All Years

Ford F53 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid