2017 Ford F-350 Sd Problems and Recalls (566 Complaints)
The most-reported problem on the 2017 Ford F-350 Sd is Suspension (33% of 566 owner reports). There are 14 safety recalls. Check the VIN and inspect Suspension — this is the NHTSA file, not a score.
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Snapshot 2026-09-07 566 complaints · 14 recalls
What problems show up on the 2017 Ford F-350 Sd?
184 of 566 filings named Suspension (33% of the file). That is what owners wrote, not a shop diagnosis of the vehicle in the driveway.
Second is Steering (126 reports).
There are 14 official safety recalls on this year. They were filed about Fuel system, Seat belts, Transmission / driveline, and Rear camera / backup safety. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov — a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific truck.
The 2016 has 203 reports on file; this year has 566. Older years collect more reports just by being on the road longer. If you need a fairer comparison, use the equal-time view.
What owners reported
System named most often: Suspension 184 complaints · 32.5% of the file
Crashes, fires, injuries and deaths in those filings:
- Crashes 7
- Fires 6
- Injuries 3
- Deaths 0
NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record Read our complete data methodology →
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
Which systems owners named
Share of owner complaints filed against each vehicle system. These shares are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.
“Unclassified NHTSA leftover” is not a car part. It is a filing bucket and always sits last.
View component data as a table
| System / Component | Complaints | Share of Reports | Safety Reports (Crashes / Fires) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension (SUSPENSION) | 184 | 32.5% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Steering (STEERING) | 126 | 22.3% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Wheels (WHEELS) | 59 | 10.4% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM) | 33 | 5.8% | 0 crashes · 5 fires |
| Body / frame (STRUCTURE) | 25 | 4.4% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) | 19 | 3.4% | 1 crashes · 1 fires |
| Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) | 16 | 2.8% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Engine (ENGINE) | 14 | 2.5% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Rear camera / backup safety (BACK OVER PREVENTION) | 12 | 2.1% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Unclassified NHTSA leftover | 116 | 20.5% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
NHTSA Consumer Complaints, NHTSA Safety Recalls, and NHTSA Defect Investigations Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
When reports and recalls showed up
When owners filed reports, and when recall campaigns showed up.
- Campaign 16V945000 was reported 111 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 17V652000 was reported 97 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 19V864000 was reported 876 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 22V087000 was reported 940 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 22V644000 was reported 313 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 22V880000 was reported 1,226 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 25V572000 was reported 1,418 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
View timeline records as a table
| Date | Record type | Count | Record identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2017-Q2 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2017-Q3 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2017-Q4 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2018-Q1 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2018-Q2 | Owner reports | 7 | |
| 2018-Q3 | Owner reports | 11 | |
| 2018-Q4 | Owner reports | 38 | |
| 2019-Q1 | Owner reports | 53 | |
| 2019-Q2 | Owner reports | 29 | |
| 2019-Q3 | Owner reports | 31 | |
| 2019-Q4 | Owner reports | 74 | |
| 2020-Q1 | Owner reports | 56 | |
| 2020-Q2 | Owner reports | 14 | |
| 2020-Q3 | Owner reports | 11 | |
| 2020-Q4 | Owner reports | 21 | |
| 2021-Q1 | Owner reports | 16 | |
| 2021-Q2 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2021-Q3 | Owner reports | 12 | |
| 2021-Q4 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2022-Q1 | Owner reports | 16 | |
| 2022-Q2 | Owner reports | 8 | |
| 2022-Q3 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2022-Q4 | Owner reports | 15 | |
| 2023-Q1 | Owner reports | 7 | |
| 2023-Q2 | Owner reports | 20 | |
| 2023-Q3 | Owner reports | 7 | |
| 2023-Q4 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2024-Q1 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2024-Q2 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2024-Q3 | Owner reports | 7 | |
| 2024-Q4 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2025-Q1 | Owner reports | 9 | |
| 2025-Q2 | Owner reports | 12 | |
| 2025-Q3 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2025-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2026-Q1 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2026-Q2 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2026-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 16V778000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 16V945000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 17V332000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 17V526000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 17V599000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 17V652000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 19V278000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 19V864000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 19V880000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 20E090000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 22V087000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 22V644000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 22V880000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 25V572000 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | PE18011 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | RQ21001 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | PE24014 |
Safety Recalls (14)
Official campaigns. Each one says what could go wrong and what the dealer was told to fix.
In short, these campaigns were filed about Fuel system, Seat belts, Transmission / driveline, and Rear camera / backup safety.
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Recall campaign 16V778000
Safety recall 16V778000
- Report date
- Component:
- Not available in the source record
- Consequence:
- If the shield becomes dislodged, the drain valve may open resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Under certain conditions, significant liquid fuel on the road surface may cause a slip hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S39.
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Recall campaign 16V945000
Fuel system
- Report date
- Component:
- Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM)
- Consequence:
- A fuel tank strap that separates and allows the fuel tank to contact the ground may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S45.
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Recall campaign 17V332000
Safety recall 17V332000
- Report date
- Component:
- Not available in the source record
- Consequence:
- If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C08.
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Recall campaign 17V526000
Seat belts
- Report date
- Component:
- Seat belts (SEAT BELTS)
- Consequence:
- If the left rear inflatable seat belt buckle separates from it's mounting bracket, the seat occupant may not be adequately restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing the attaching rivet as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed October 18, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C12.
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Recall campaign 17V599000
Seat belts
- Report date
- Component:
- Seat belts (SEAT BELTS)
- Consequence:
- The seat belt buckle weld may fail, preventing the occupants from being properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger manual seat track, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C17.
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Recall campaign 17V652000
Safety recall 17V652000
- Report date
- Component:
- Unclassified NHTSA leftover
- Consequence:
- A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S33.
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Recall campaign 19V278000
Safety recall 19V278000
- Report date
- Component:
- Not available in the source record
- Consequence:
- A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.
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Recall campaign 19V864000
Safety recall 19V864000
- Report date
- Component:
- Unclassified NHTSA leftover
- Consequence:
- Unintended tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate/frame wiring harnesses by adding jumper pigtails to isolate the tailgate release control circuits and will install a new tailgate handle release switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S48.
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Recall campaign 19V880000
Seat belts
- Report date
- Component:
- Seat belts (SEAT BELTS)
- Consequence:
- A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
- Remedy:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the B-Pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S52.
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Recall campaign 20E090000
Safety recall 20E090000
- Report date
- Component:
- Not available in the source record
- Consequence:
- If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
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Recall campaign 22V087000
Transmission / driveline
- Report date
- Component:
- Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)
- Consequence:
- A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 7, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S09.
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Recall campaign 22V644000
Rear camera / backup safety
- Report date
- Component:
- Rear camera / backup safety (BACK OVER PREVENTION)
- Consequence:
- Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.
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Recall campaign 22V880000
Transmission / driveline
- Report date
- Component:
- Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)
- Consequence:
- A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power. Additionally, a vehicle rollaway could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Either of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S74.
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Recall campaign 25V572000
Rear camera / backup safety
- Report date
- Component:
- Rear camera / backup safety (BACK OVER PREVENTION)
- Consequence:
- A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy:
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
What owners actually wrote
Short excerpts from the public NHTSA file. Look for the same symptom repeating.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation · snapshot 2026-09-07
Showing 7 of 566 complaints · page 1 of 23
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I have a 2017 ford f350 diesel 6.7 and replaced the low pressure fuel pump in 2022 at about 57000 miles. Then again in July of 2026 the fuel pump has had to be replaced again at 68000 miles. I read that many 2022 ford vehicles were recalled in that year for a bad fuel pump. So I think I might have been given a bad fuel pump from that year 2022 and now its bad again. This is a know problem for fords I dont understand why there is not a recall for these pumps. Ford is been building bad pumps for a long time and are getting away with it, A fuel pump should not have to be replaced after 3 years. The work was all done at the Beach Ford Dealership in myrtle beach sc 29575.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I recently replaced a defective reductant (DEF) pump and wiring harness due to corrosion. The cause and repairs were diagnosed and performed by a ford dealership. Without addressing the issue the vehicle would randomly engage a "limp" mode and limit the speed to 50 mph, forcing the driver to operate at unsafe speeds on freeways and highways. Defect is a hazard to driver and other vehicles due to the unpredictable speed control caused by the defective parts. Ford is aware of the defective part and issued a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 23-2161.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I am filing this complaint regarding my Ford F-350, VIN [XXX], which caught fire on XXX. The truck had approximately 130,000 miles, which I consider low mileage for a properly maintained diesel Ford F-350. These trucks are known for long service life, and many Ford diesel trucks routinely remain in service for 20 years or more and exceed 250,000 miles when properly maintained. For that reason, I did not expect a sudden and catastrophic fire in a truck with only 130,000 miles. While driving, passing motorists alerted us the truck was on fire. The fire appeared to originate in the engine compartment and spread extremely rapidly. Within a very short period, the front of the truck was engulfed in flames and sustained catastrophic damage. Based on the speed and severity of the fire, I am concerned a failure in the engine compartment, fuel system, electrical system, or another vehicle component may have caused or contributed to the fire. This truck has been well maintained, kept clean, and responsibly cared for. I followed the manufacturer’s maintenance guidelines and did not expect a sudden engine-compartment fire. After the fire, I found reports of other F-350 fires and references to fire-related complaints and investigations. This raises serious concerns Ford may have known of a potential fire risk involving these trucks. This incident created major safety hazard not only to the occupants of the truck, but to other motorists and anyone nearby. Had passing drivers not alerted us, the outcome could have been far worse. The severity of the fire required a major emergency response, including multiple fire trucks and police. A vehicle fire of this magnitude presents an obvious risk of serious injury or death. I request NHTSA investigate Ford F-350 and vehicle fire incidents to determine whether a defect involving the fuel system, electrical system, or related parts may cause these trucks to catch fire without warning. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
CrashFireInjuryDeath
A valve spring broke on a drivers side valve.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The truck unexpectedly downshifts to 1st gear when traveling up to 45 mph and causes a dangerous change in speed. It recovers after a few seconds and goes back to normal shifting. This has happened multiple times. Once about 6 months ago and then again a couple days ago.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I am filing a complaint regarding deceptive and potentially fraudulent practices by a dealership. I visited the dealership to look at two Ford trucks that were both advertised as having clean titles and clean Carfax reports with no major history. Vehicle 1: VIN: [XXX] This truck appeared to have significant undisclosed flood damage. There was visible water inside trim areas, mold present, and water movement could be heard and seen when braking. It was clear the vehicle had been exposed to water damage despite being advertised as clean. Vehicle 2: VIN: [XXX] This truck appeared to have undisclosed front-end damage consistent with a prior accident. The damage seemed to be intentionally concealed and was not disclosed in the listing. When I questioned the salesperson, he acted dismissively and claimed no knowledge of any issues, despite the problems being obvious. Both vehicles were advertised as clean with no significant history, which I believe is misleading and potentially fraudulent. This raises serious concerns about the dealership’s business practices and the safety of vehicles they are selling. I request that this matter be investigated. Thank you. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
CrashFireInjuryDeath
See attached document for complaint.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems on the 2017 Ford F-350 Sd?
Owners named Suspension most often — 184 of 566 reports (33%). That is the NHTSA file, not a diagnosis of every vehicle.
Are there recalls for the 2017 Ford F-350 Sd?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns. They were filed about Fuel system, Seat belts, Transmission / driveline, and Rear camera / backup safety. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov; a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific vehicle.
What should I inspect before buying a 2017 Ford F-350 Sd?
Look up the VIN for open recalls. Listen for clunks over bumps and look at tire wear for alignment issues. Then skim owner filings for the same symptom and take that list to a mechanic.
Does a high complaint count mean I should skip this year?
No. Counts are reports people chose to file and they are not adjusted for sales volume. YearTell does not publish scores or a list of years to skip. Inspect the vehicle.
Estimated Ownership Cost
EPA fuel economy ratings and annual operating cost estimates
Data: US EPA Fuel Economy Guide · snapshot 2026-08-21
Adjacent Model Years
Immediate preceding and succeeding model year records
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Methodology & Data Integrity
Source: NHTSA ODI / recalls, snapshot 2026-09-07. YearTell is not a government agency.