2017 Ford F-150 complaints

I HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH MY BRAKES ON MY F150 2017... ACTUALLY I WAS AMAZED HOW LONG I WENT WITH OUT BRAKES BEFORE GETTING THEM FIXED. MY PROBLEMS BEGAN WHEN I DECIDED TO GET NEW BRAKES. I ASKED FOR THE BRAKES THAT WERE ON THE CAR ORIGANALLY WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THEM. WELL I DON'T THINK THE NEW BRAKES ON THE CAR LASTED NO MORE THAT 3 - 6 WEEKS UNTIL I HAD TO BRING THE TRUCK BACK TO HAVE THEM FIX THE BUMPTYBUMP EXPERIENCE THAT I HAVE WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES WHEN COMING DOWN THE HILL. SO EVERYTIME I'M COMING DOWN THE HILL I GET NERVOUS BECAUSE I FEEL THE BRAKES WILL GIVE OUT COMPLETELY ONE DAY.

While driving steering gets locked

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it diagnosed that the timing chain and cam phasers had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into gear without driver input. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that the vehicle was not under recall. The contact stated that a diagnostic test determined that the failure was due to a wheel speed sensor failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V444000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. Once the engine had warmed up, the rattling sound dissipated, and the vehicle returned to normal functionality; however, the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the cam phasers. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 42,000.

The Camphasers on my vehicle do not work properly. This component of the engine is vital to acceleration, and if they go out, acceleration is delayed. This makes it very difficult to operate, especially on highways, interstates, and other major roadways. The 2018 Year make of this same vehicle has been recalled for the same issue. Though it is the same engine (prone to the same issues), it is a different year, which means I cannot get my issue fixed.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear and blind spot camera failed to work. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to call the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

While I was driving on the highway at 70 miles an hour with adaptive cruise control on the transmission unexpectedly down shifted gears causing me to almost crash. Once I got off the highway at a stop light the truck wouldn’t shift into first gear for ten minutes. Once it finally was able to shift gears I barely made it to my destination and the truck would not shift into reverse. Now it won’t go over 30 miles an hour because it’s unable to shift to the higher gears. My family was in the truck at the time and fortunately no one was hurt but it was too close of a call. I have the truck at a local ford dealer now and they are looking at it now but said it could cost be 6k which I cannot afford to pay. I don’t know what I am going to do. I don’t have a vehicle to drive and now I am stuck without a vehicle to drive my family around.

Sudden downshift while driving approximately 35-40MPH. Truck bucked hard and caused significant change in speed. This happened multiple times between approximately 5/13 and 6/2/24. On 3 occasions the transmission slipped out of gear with the "wrench" warning light. On incident of warning light was while backing down a boat launch. The vehicle was not inspected by a mechanic or dealer.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine made ticking and rattling sounds. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a cam phaser and camshaft timing unit failure. The dealer replaced the cam phaser and gasket. The contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 23-2143 (Cold Start Ticking/Tapping/Rattle with Possible No Restart During Auto-Start-Stop Operation); however, the vehicle was not covered under the TSB. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The contact was advised to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

THE VEHICLE ENGINE HAS A RATTLE NOISE EVER TIME ITS STARTED. IT CONCERNS ME THAT IT MAY COME APART WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. UPON CHECKING THERE ARE OTHER YEAR MODELS INCLUDING THE 2017 FORD F150 WITH THE 3.5L ECO ENGINE THAT HAS HAD RECALLS, BUT THIS VEHICLE DOESNT.

While I am driving my vehicle the speed drops while I’m pushing on the peddle. After a few seconds the gear catches itself and I can drive at normal speed.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from 3rd gear to 1st gear causing the vehicle to dramatically slow down. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission lead frame assembly was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 83,400.

This vehicle has a fatal flaw in the design of the oil pan, that results in consistent leaking regardless of repair that brings up environmental concerns as well as safety concerns in leaving the vehicle stranded in potentially unsafe conditions. Ford has admitted fault with TSB 20-2051 but has made the scope of vehicles far too narrow in order to skirt responsibility for what is clearly a design mistake by engineers at Ford. They further admitted fault by redesigning the oil pan on the 2018+ F150 models, yet refuse to help the majority of 2017 F150 owners not covered by the TSB due to careful wording. The fact of the matter is this issue affects all F150s of this year, and they are refusing to offer any assistance despite my particular truck about to be receiving its 4th replacement pan. I believe Ford should be held accountable for this and a recall be issued so that owners of these trucks are not expected to pay thousands of dollars to continually fix a blatant design error.

When driving pulling a trailer going up hill truck goes into limp mode will not shift down too pull the hill have too shut truck off then restart before it will move it happens in all modes tow haul and also in regular mode also tried putting in Manuel mode and still makes no difference sometimes it does it even without a trailer hooked up when I have trailer hooked there is a horse on it which makes it dangerous with cars behind you no lights come on on the dash when it happens

The contact's son owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that whenever her son started the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that prior to the issue, the vehicle had a coolant leak in an unknown location. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cam phaser failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced Ford Campaign Number: 21N03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became abnormally stiff, making it difficult to maneuver the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with electronic power steering failure. The vehicle was being repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 97,215.

Camshaft phaser failure. We had code P051B which led to sensor replacement. Shortly after cold start engine rattle. Suspect was cam/phaser from web investigating. At 50k miles this should be covered. Ford wants $6,000 to change VCT, Timing belt & faulty cam phasers. Ford acknowledged in 2021 their fault, but this was never issued as recall. We never got ANY letter from Ford. For people like us that have low miles, ONLY get oil changes at Ford regularly, should not be punished for bad installed parts. Camshaft phasers need to be recalled.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the transmission downshifted from sixth gear to first gear, causing the vehicle to decelerate abruptly. During the failure, the gear display began to flash, and the wrench icon was illuminated. While continuing to drive the vehicle, the failure recurred intermittently. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 147,000.

The 5.0 Liter V-8 has defective intake manifold runner valves. This is a commonly known problem. This can cause the engine to quit running and lose power at any time. Ford has not had parts to repair for the past 2 or so years

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly downshifted and started jerking and shuddering. The contact stated several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

Was driving down the interstate, heading home. Then the truck starting shaking violently and misfiring bad. Took to a shop. Come to find out I Loss compression in my engine while on the interstate. Which caused horrible vibration. And very poor dieverably. Ending up needing an engine replacement at 121,00 miles. And cost 14,000 to do. Happened in February and still waiting for the engine replacement to be done. Ford is behind on motors.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that at cold starts, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently shut off while idling soon after the vehicle was started. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the cam phasers. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.

Sunroof malfunction/leaking sunroof. Originally occurred in 2020 with the track not operating correctly. Manufacturer was able to fix that. However, after that it started leaking whenever it rained. Not pouring in the vehicle but dripping out of the sunroof control panel. It’s done it ever since then. 2022 I had dealer check it again, this they didn’t take it serious I believe as, they told me they were ordering a part to fix and would call me. I never heard back, called dealer and response was they hadn’t gotten part in. Never heard anything back from them. So, still dealing with leaking/malfunctioning sunroof

Transmission is hard shifting both when up and downshifting which causes vehicle to slip or spin out in wet or slippery conditions. Ford Dealership has technical service Buliton 24-2101 which identifies a problem with the hard shifting. At this point they are not offer a recall. Online this hard shifting issue is listed as as a problem on many Forums. Also, ford does has a recall on the same transmissions in the F250 model but not the F150 model from what I understand. The Ford Dealership gave the Following Assessment on the Transmission: Year 2017 Make Model Body Color 02/06/18 License Num! FORD F-150 WHITE DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE AND PARTS #1 - 60F0ATRD: Auto Transmission Diag AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONCERN - C/S: HARD SHIFTIN G. GOING UP AND DOWN. Caused by Road tested, felt intermittent harsh upshift and downshift during slow speed shifting in parking lot and in round-a-bouts. Checked for bulletins, 24-2101 states harsh shifting can be caused by sticking valves in main control valve body or CDE clutch cylinder sleeve axial movement. Due to age/mileage, recommend remove & replace valve body and check CDF clutch passages for air leaks, and if leaks are found overhaul or replace Tech: James L (100) M278043 Sub Total: 72.50 #2 - 00F099P: Multi-Point Inspection MULTI-POINT VEHICLE INSPECTION Sub Total: . 00 Please Note: #[XXXX] CREATED 2024-05-31 11:40:00AM TAKEN BY JOEY INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

I WAS DRIVING AT 70MPH AND ALL OF SUDDEN THE STEERING BECAME STIFF AND VERY UNSTABLE THAT I ALMOST CRASHED, IT WAS A VERY SCARY SITUATION DRIVING WITH MY FAMILY (MY WIFE AND MY 2 DAUGHTERS)

Reference active NHTSA action RQ24005 regarding Ford F-150 pickups with the 6-speed 6R80 automatic transmission from multiple years. My 2017 F-150 with the same referenced transmission is experiencing the EXACT same issues as described in the investigation specifically hard down shifts while traveling at highway speeds of over 70 mph. From my research of user forums I am led to believe the 2017 models should also be included in this investigative action. I have less than 52000 miles on this vehicle and am the only owner. I have gotten estimates from $1800 to $5000 for repair. Of course it is just outside the power train warranty of 6 years but well under if mileage was still being considered. Very frustrating to say the least. Please help this consumer and thank you for all you are doing to keep us safe in supporting everyone with vehicle issues. I have included screenshots from my Ford Pass application of the communicated issue.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster failed to indicate the transmission shift position. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The power train warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V053000 (Power Train, Electrical System), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 159,000.

The contact's son owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was started, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

When on a curve and coasting to a lower speed, when you go to accelerate, the transmission downshifts to second gear which made my rear end spin and hit the median. If there would not have been a median, I would have went into oncoming traffic

A chronic oil leak from the plastic oil pan. It has been fixed once in 2019, replaced in 2022 and again needs replacement in 2024. Only 39500 miles on the vehicle.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the transmission experienced hard shifting while shifting into lower gears. Additionally, on several occasions, the transmission disconnected causing the vehicle the lose motive power and decelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission CDF Drum was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact also indicated that a loud noise was present when starting the vehicle due to a faulty engine cam phaser. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 102,500.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on three separate occasions, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment upon starting the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the cam phasers were replaced under warranty; however, the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty after the latest failure. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated upon the depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer for service on multiple occasions; however, the failure returned soon after each repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated when the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the rear driver’s door had failed to close properly. The contact attempted several times to close the door and was able to lock the door and when he attempted to open the door the door would remain locked and would not open. The contact was concerned for the safety of a passenger inside the vehicle with the failure to lock or unlock the door. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the door latch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.

Driver front brake hose ruptured and pedal went to the floor (thankfully while parked). Upon inspection, found the passenger front brake hose to be swollen in the same place directly below the crimp where the fitting is attached. There were no warning signs or symptoms prior to this failure and I hate to think what could have happened if this failure occurred somewhere like an interstate off ramp or some emergency braking situation. The parts can be made available for inspection before Dec 31 2024.

Front passenger brake line burst after leaving dealership for PA state inspection (which the truck passed) 70k miles on truck no lift or other modifications stock f150

Rear window shattered this morning during start up. I auto started the vehicle this morning at approximately 3:35. When I went out to get on about 7 minutes later, smoke bellowed out the door. I quickly shut off the vehicle and opened the hood, nothing indicated an issue.m but when I walked around the vehicle I noticed the rear window buldging out and shattered, the window was hot to the touch.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the oil pan was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, there was a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the contact was informed that the cam phaser needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormally loud rattling sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring increasingly. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under an Extended Warranty. A case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

While traveling down the highway at 60 plus MPH, my vehicle had shifted out of drive position into almost like a neutral position with the RPMS sky rocketing and then engaging in a much lower gear being 1st. This happening all so fast the vehicles back tires locked up and caused the vehicle to fish tail. This is the second time this has happened. The gear indicator on the dash then flashed between park reverse neutral and drive and manual 1 and 2. When this happens I have to try and pull over putting the shifter in park turning off the ignition and then trying to restart.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was a rattling sound coming from the hood that had gotten worse over time. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling sound. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while the engine was idling. The contact stated that the failure was recurring. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics, where it was diagnosed, and the mechanics determined that the failure was related to Ford Campaign Numbers: 21N03 and 21B10. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he heard an abnormal rattling sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with all four cam phasers. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N03. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 42,000.

Random downshift, loss of engine power, then power comes back at high RPMs then truck recovers. This has happened 3 times. Today, I was driving at approximately 55mph, with no throttle variation, the truck lost power and downshifted. Whatever gear it found it was enough to bark the tires.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine made rattling sounds, and the vehicle experienced rough idling. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 34,900.

I was stopped at a red light when all of a sudden with no warning my brake peddle went to the floor and my truck started rolling backwards. I was terrified, but luckily there was no one behind me else I would have hit them. I have a scheduled appointment with a ford dealer to check the brakes on Monday May 6th 2024. I looked up the issue and apparently some F150s have been recalled for a brake fluid leak from the brake boosters master cylinder- recall # 20S31 (22V150000). But my truck doesn't have any recalls?

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after towing a camper, the contact became aware that the front of the camper and the rear of the truck was covered in transmission oil. On another occasion, after parking the vehicle, the contact noticed transmission oil on the ground underneath the vehicle towards the rear end. The contact stated that despite repairs, the failure remained persistent. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the oil pan had failed. The oil pan had been replaced four times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 23,345.

I have a 2017, Ford F150 I have a knocking noise on the engine and I also have oil pan leak. It’s been like this since I had 85,000 mile now I am at 99,000 miles

Brake Booster failed to operate. When driving and needing to stop the brake peddle was stiff and would not compress failing to safely stop the vehicle. I had to stand on the brakes as hard as I could to come to a stop. Shortly afterwards the dashboard alerted me to Check Brake System. Upon reading DTCs it showed P0555 (Brake Booster Pressure Sensor Circuit) and P0556 (Brake Booster Pressure Sensor Circuit Range/Performance). Vehicle no longer is safe to operate. I had this issue back in 2019 on several occasions but it was intermittent and self resolved itself after pumping the brakes. I took it to a Ford dealership. They kept the truck for 2 months saying they couldn’t duplicate the issue and that there were no recalls for my VIN and gave the truck back to me saying it was safe to drive. I have not had the issue again until now. Pumping the brakes and restarting the engine doesn’t make it go away like it did before.