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2017 FORD F-550 Safety Overview

The 2017 FORD F-550 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment
  • Exterior lighting:brake lights
  • Engine

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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-550 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2017 FORD F-550 19V401000

VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and...

The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V401000: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/29/2019
2017 FORD F-550 19V358000

Unruh Fire, Inc.

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V358000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/13/2019
2017 FORD F-550 19V342000

Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3...

If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V342000: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/3/2019
2017 FORD F-550 18V894000

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.

Reported: 12/18/2018
2017 FORD F-550 17V331000

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.

Reported: 5/22/2017

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.