Recall 14V405 affects 635 2014 Ford F-59 and F-53 chassis for leaking brake calipers. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 635 2014 F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis because incorrectly machined brake calipers can leak brake fluid. A leak will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distance, which raises crash risk. The Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake caliper on a 2014 Ford F-59 or F-53 chassis is the metal brake part at each wheel that squeezes the brake pads against the rotor. When you press the pedal, hydraulic brake fluid pushes the caliper piston, and that pressure creates the clamping force that slows the chassis.
On the affected chassis, the calipers were machined incorrectly. That machining error leaves the caliper unable to seal brake fluid as designed. If fluid leaks from the caliper, the brake system loses pressure at that wheel and the pads do not clamp with the force the pedal input calls for.
There is no warning sign before failure. If a leak has already started, an owner or service technician can see brake fluid near the wheel area or notice a change in pedal feel, but Ford did not identify a reliable early warning sign.
Who's affected?
Covers both the F-59 and F-53 chassis, with the hydraulic brake system listed for each.
| 2014 Ford F-59 | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Ford F-53 | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 635 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake caliper leaks cause longer brake pedal travel and longer stopping distances, which increases crash risk. If braking feels unusual, slow down, stop in a safe place, and contact a Ford dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Ford F-59 or F-53 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to ask whether the brake-caliper inspection and free replacement are open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 14V405 and Ford recall 14S14 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one, plus any brake-service paperwork tied to caliper leaks or longer brake pedal travel.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the F-53 or F-59 chassis for affected brake calipers. If the chassis has the incorrectly machined calipers covered by recall 14V405, the technician replaces those calipers. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the Ford service desk to confirm the chassis by VIN before scheduling so the right caliper parts are ready.
Timeline
| July 2, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 28, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V405?
Recall 14V405 covers 635 2014 Ford F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis with brake calipers that were machined incorrectly and can leak brake fluid. Ford dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace affected brake calipers for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Ford F-59 or F-53 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific chassis is included in recall 14V405. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the brake caliper inspection and repair. Reference recall number 14V405 or Ford recall 14S14 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Ford dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the affected brake calipers free of charge at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance. Leaking brake calipers can cause longer brake pedal travel, which means the vehicle needs more distance to stop and crash risk increases. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for longer brake pedal travel or signs of brake fluid leaking near the wheels. This recall concerns brake calipers that can leak fluid. If you notice a brake change, stop driving when safe and call a Ford dealer for repair guidance.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V405000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-800-392-3673 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V405 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V405000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →