2017 FORD F-150 Complaints

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Ford F-150. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 118,337. At the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 218,000.

Recall Number: Ford 25S37 / NHTSA 25V236 Issue: Unresolved safety recall due to parts unavailability for over six weeks. My vehicle is affected by Ford Recall 25S37 / NHTSA Recall 25V236 involving brake master cylinder leakage and loss of front braking performance. I took my Ford truck to a dealership on March 2, 2026, for the recall notice, but the dealer has been unable to obtain the required parts for more than six weeks. They report the parts are on back order with no estimated availability from Ford. This delay has left my vehicle with a known safety defect that increases stopping distance and crash risk. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to provide a free remedy within a reasonable time, and a six week delay exceeds that standard. I have spoken now twice with Ford, and they have not provided repair, alternative transportation, replacement, or refund options I am requesting NHTSA’s assistance because Ford has failed to provide a timely remedy for a safety critical defect, and I am unable to get the recall completed due to Ford’s parts unavailability.

Car suddenly burst into flames after a shot trip, maybe one mile, fire started at the passenger side under the hood, firefighters said it was an electrical issue

Had powertrain engine light come on in Jan 2026 and transmission would hesitate and had problems with downshifting on interstate. Fiord said no recalls on the vehicle.. I, had transmission service done and still had problems with it downshifting while on freeway. On March 29,2026 truck would not start. Message came on stating it was in drive when it was actually parked. Had to tow it in. Diagnostic test was done with Powertrain Control Module Parking Aid module Body control module etc problems reported. The same problems that other Fords were having but Ford said this truck wasn’t included. Auto shop got the part directly from manufacturer and installed the parts. Battery was low because of this and had to be replaced. Total cost $1730.64. We only have this vehicle and had to get a rental car while in shop. Also we are on a limited income on social security and therefore this put a huge financial strain on us. We and other could have been seriously hurt and truck damaged as we were on interstate 80. Itemized bill and diagnostic report is available. I am requesting Ford to reimburse me as they stated no recall and now as of April 20, 2026 there is a recall on this very issue

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the steering wheel was stiff and failed to turn as needed. The message "Steering Assist Failure" was displayed with an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was then taken to another independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a third independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the electronic power steering and rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and was then taken to the residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.

Transmission downshifts abruptly and severely causing rear tires to screech on pavement and very loud noise in vehicle

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced unintended downshifts or hard and erratic shifts. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from 10th gear to 1st gear temporarily, and the RPM was significantly high. The powertrain warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle jerked abnormally while shifting into gear. The failure increased while driving at higher speeds. The vehicle was taken to Holmes Auto Repair and to a dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer and the certified mechanic recommended that the transmission, the CDF drum, or other unknown parts be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Transmission issue? Hard clunk/jerk when approaching highway speed. Happens intermittently without throwing a code. Feels like it's trying to shift down into a low gear for no reason. So far the problem has been quick to resolve right after it occurs. No error codes. It has done this a handful of times. One time it went into limp mode and there was a code p0116 for a transmission coolant temperature sensor. The sensor was replaced but the problem persists without a tripping a code.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and another dealer were contacted, and the contact was informed that the part was on a national back order. 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.

My 2017 F150 5.0. The transmission shift sensor is intermittent. changing gears while driving at low speeds. The indication panel flashes like a Christmas tree.It locked up the brakes twice. Why isn't there a recall for it. The truck only has 73000. Miles.