CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford F-250 SD has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,155 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 13 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (717 reports).
2017 Ford F-250 SD recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Driveshaft may fracture, causing loss of power or rollaway
A radial damper inside the driveshaft can move out of position over time.
Foggy Rearview Camera Image Can Hide Hazards Behind You
This recall covers certain 2017-2018 Ford F-Super Duty trucks and Lincoln Continental sedans equipped with the 360-degree camera system.
Loose Underbody Shield Can Damage Driveshaft, Risking Crash
Underbody heat and noise insulators on certain Super Duty pickups with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts may loosen and contact the driveshaft.
Seat belt sparks can ignite interior materials, causing fire
Certain 2017-2019 Ford F-Super Duty SuperCrew Cab trucks have carpet flooring that can ignite if a front seat belt pretensioner fires during a crash.
Tailgate May Unlatch Unexpectedly, Dropping Cargo
Water can get into the electrical wiring of the tailgate release switch in the tailgate handle.
Damaged Engine Block Heater Cable Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Some pickup trucks with an engine block heater had a previous repair under an earlier recall.
Doors May Open While Driving, Raising Injury Risk
Certain doors may have a bent or kinked actuation cable, or the door latch may freeze after water enters it.
Passenger Seat Belt May Not Hold in a Crash
Certain 2017 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks with manually adjusted front passenger seats may have a seat belt anchor that is not adequately welded to the seat cushion frame.
Rear Seat Belt Buckle May Detach, Reducing Crash Protection
The left rear inflatable seat belt buckle may not be securely attached to its mounting bracket on certain crew cab trucks.
Driver's seat back may fail to restrain occupant in crash
Some 2017 Ford Explorer and F-Series Super Duty trucks have a manual driver's seat back recliner with inadequate welds.
Truck May Roll Away Even When in Park
Some 2017 F-250 Super Duty trucks with the 6.2L engine and six-speed automatic transmission may have a damaged park rod actuating plate.
Fuel Tank Strap Can Separate, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire
On certain 2017 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks built between August 10, 2016 and September 17, 2016, the frame reinforcement bracket may not be attached to the front fuel tank strap.
Fuel leak and fire risk in diesel fuel conditioning module
A protective shield on the fuel conditioning module may not stick properly to the truck, so it can come loose.
Most common 2017 Ford F-250 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 1,155 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 717 |
| Suspension | 587 |
| Unknown Or Other | 109 |
| Wheels | 69 |
| Structure | 66 |
| Electrical System | 55 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 40 |
| Engine | 37 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 17 |
What owners report
On 5/8/2026 at 1555 hours, while driving at normal freeway speed under normal driving conditions, vehicle began an exhaust system regeneration cycle. During the course of the region cycle, vehicle began to smoke excessively and realizing this wan not normal, I was able to yield to the right shoulder of the roadway. Almost immediately the vehicle ignited on fire and completely burned to the ground. The fire appeared to have commenced in the engine compartment, driver side near the firewall. The location of which appears to be consistent with reports of fuel filter failures I have read about in the past. The resulting fire ignited nearby brush which burned several hundred feet of brush and res
I am reporting a serious safety issue involving my 2017 Ford F-250 diesel truck. While towing a 34-foot fifth wheel trailer and traveling from [XXX] to [XXX] , the vehicle experienced a sudden and dangerous failure near [XXX] . The engine warning light appeared, the vehicle went into low power mode, and then completely shut down on the highway. This created a serious safety hazard, particularly while towing a large trailer at highway speeds. The vehicle was towed to a repair facility where it was determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had catastrophically failed. The pump had developed a significant crack and released metal debris throughout the entire fuel system. This required e
This past year I experienced catastrophic failure with my Bosch, CP4 fuel pump in my 2017 Ford F250 with a 6.7 L diesel. Recalls have been published by Ford, but not beyond a 2018 vehicle. After seeing metal fragments in my fuel water separator, I was forced to flush my entire fuel system, replace the CP4 fuel pump with a CDR high pressure pump (replacement), flush the entire fuel rail system and replace my fuel injectors. This repair cost me approximately $13,000. I find it difficult to understand why my 2017 vehicle was not included in the recall when it had the defective item as the later models had. The truck has 129,000 miles on it currently. Certainly, these are not excessive miles giv
No less than 6 occasions now I have experienced extreme shaking (death wobble) even after Ford replaced the steering damper. I'm done with the vehicle and will take it in again for this issue.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70-75 MPH, the vehicle drove over a bump in the roadway, and the front end of the vehicle started bouncing. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and then continued driving 45 MPH with no further issues. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
2017 Ford F-250 SD questions
Does the 2017 Ford F-250 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford F-250 SD: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Driveshaft may fracture, causing loss of power or rollaway; Foggy Rearview Camera Image Can Hide Hazards Behind You; Loose Underbody Shield Can Damage Driveshaft, Risking Crash; Seat belt sparks can ignite interior materials, causing fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford F-250 SD?
Based on 1,155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (717), Suspension (587), Unknown Or Other (109).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford F-250 SD has been fixed?
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