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2017 Ford F-53 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Nov 29, 2017

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Ford F-53 average of 1.3 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 Ford F-53 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 17V768000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Nov 29, 2017

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-53 stripped motorhome chassis and F-59 stripped commercial chassis, equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) on these vehicles may be missing valve block ball plugs, potentially causing a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.

Safety consequence

A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for missing valve block ball plugs, replacing the unit as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 22, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S41.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Ford F-53 model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2017 Ford F-53 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Ford F-53 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2017 Ford F-53. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Ford F-53?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology