Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1.5× | 2 | Brake | Few |
| 2025 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2022 | 3 | 1.7× | 4 | Engine | Few |
| 2021 | 4 | 2.4× | 3 | Engine | Few |
| 2020 | 5 | 3.5× | 2 | Suspension | Average |
| 2014 | 1 | 1.5× | 2 | Engine | Few |
| 2012 | 0 | −20% | 2 | — | Few |
| 2011 | 0 | −20% | 2 | — | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median F-59 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ford F-59 problems
Latest Ford F-59 recalls
Wheels › Hub
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle spindle nut and cotter pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. The exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Exterior lighting › Back up lights › Switch
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The exterior brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly or fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is activated, due to an incorrectly installed switch.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the stop light switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C01.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-53 and F-59 vehicles. The rear brake caliper attachment bolts may not be tightened correctly, which can allow the caliper to loosen and possibly damage the wheel or brake lines.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear caliper bolts, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, any damaged bolts will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2023.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ford F-59 should you avoid?
None of the Ford F-59 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Ford F-59?
2011 has the fewest complaints compared with other F-59 years at the same age, followed by 2012. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Ford F-59 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the suspension (6), engine & cooling (5) and transmission & drivetrain (3). Suspension complaints peak in the 2020 model year.
How many recalls has the Ford F-59 had?
11 recalls across 2011–2026. The model year with the most is 2022. See all Ford F-59 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.