Total Complaints
8 filings
FORD F-59 · model year
2020 FORD F-59
8 NHTSA complaints, and 2 active recalls for this specific cohort.
NHTSA overall rating
Not crash-tested
New Car Assessment Program
The 2020FORDF-59 carries 8 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.
Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2020 F-59 is suspension with 5 filings, followed by power train (2) and power train:axle assembly (1). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 2 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle — the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.
NHTSA currently has 177 investigation files overlapping the 2020 F-59, and 8 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.
8
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
Crashes Reported
0 reports
Source
NHTSA ODI
Federal complaints database
Complaints vs. fleet median (215)
At or below the fleet median complaint volume.
Complaints by Component
| Component | Count |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
Recalls (2)
21V20200024/03/2021
SUSPENSION:REAR
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.
22V14500011/03/2022
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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.
Recent Complaints
20230322SUSPENSION
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.
20230216SUSPENSION
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.
20221027SUSPENSION
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.
20221011SUSPENSION
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.
20221011POWER TRAIN
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.
20220919SUSPENSION
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.
20220919POWER TRAIN
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.
20220919POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
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.
Compare 2020FORDF-59 to Similar Vehicles
NHTSA Investigations 8 Open
EA26001Engineering AnalysisOpen
Unintended Transmission Downshift and Rear Wheel Lock-up
PE25020Preliminary EvaluationOpen
Timing Belt Failure
DP25001Defect PetitionOpen
Underbody shields detachment
PE25007Preliminary EvaluationOpen
B-Pillar Trim Detachment
PE25002Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Unintended Transmission Downshift and Rear Wheel Lock-up
Frequently Asked Questions
How many complaints does the 2020 FORD F-59 have?▼
The 2020 FORD F-59 has 8 NHTSA complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
Are there any recalls for the 2020 FORD F-59?▼
Yes, the 2020 FORD F-59 has 2 recall(s). The most common affected component is SUSPENSION:REAR. Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 FORD F-59?▼
The most-complained component for the 2020 FORD F-59 is SUSPENSION with 5 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include POWER TRAIN and POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY.
Is the 2020 FORD F-59 safe to buy?▼
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. No NHTSA crash test rating is available for this model year. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?▼
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.
Vehicle Safety Guides
Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.