2017 FORD F-150 Safety Overview
The 2017 FORD F-150 has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 18 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as gear position or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD F-150 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectl...
An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as gear position or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash or injury.
NHTSA Recall 26V370000: An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles.
Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 26V237000: Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator...
A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V236000: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and ...
A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 22V150000: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installa...
An incorrectly installed ball joint may cause the ball joint stud to break, which can compromise front wheel control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21E027000: An incorrectly installed ball joint may cause the ball joint stud to break... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L E...
A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V332000: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Supe...
A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 19V278000: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Supe...
When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V894000: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab...
A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
NHTSA Recall 18V568000: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and ...
Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V213000: Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transm...
The disconnected linkage may cause the vehicle to not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V671000: The disconnected linkage may cause the vehicle to not move forward or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450...
A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 17V652000: A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 tr...
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.
NHTSA Recall 17V599000: The seat belt buckle weld may fail, preventing the occupants from being... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles.
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 17V529000: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250 and F-350 trucks e...
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.
NHTSA Recall 17V526000: If the left rear inflatable seat belt buckle separates from it's mounting... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and...
If the doors unlatch and open in a side impact collision, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 17V331000: If the doors unlatch and open in a side impact collision, the occupants... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and...
If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 17V332000: If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 trucks equipped with an eight-inch prod...
If the transmission gear position indicator fails to illuminate, the driver may be unable to tell the transmission shift position, increasing the risk of a crash or injury from unintended vehicle movement.
NHTSA Recall 17V053000: If the transmission gear position indicator fails to illuminate, the driver... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.