CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford F-350 SD has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 575 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 6 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (292 reports).
2017 Ford F-350 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.
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-350 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 575 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 292 |
| Suspension | 219 |
| Wheels | 59 |
| Unknown Or Other | 51 |
| Structure | 45 |
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Power Train | 26 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 25 |
| Engine | 23 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 16 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle and hauling a trailer, there was an audible alarm activated and the message "Trailer Brake Disconnected" was displayed. After parking to inspect the vehicle, the contact found no failure, and the trailer was securely connected. The failure was intermittent while hauling the trailer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The contact was informed of a TSB for the electronic brake controller software update. The vehicle was not included in the manufacturer's extended warranty coverage associated with the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000.
This issues sounds remarkably similar to Recall 26E02 Crankcase Filter (PCV) had to be replaced due to excessive crankcase pressure. Excessive pressure caused oil cap to blow off, and caused Oil seals to fail and leaks oil (upper oil pan, passenger valve cover) Had various DPF emission related codes, and mpg had suffered considerably. Parts replaced: (Related to incident) PCV Filter Pending repairs: Dpf unit Upper oil pan seal Passenger valve cover seal Passenger Injector seal
While driving a 2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty Dually (6.7L Power Stroke) at highway speeds while towing a horse trailer containing live animals, a sudden and catastrophic failure of the secondary fuel filter occurred. The driver noticed a severe and sudden drop in fuel economy, accompanied by a strong diesel odor inside the cabin.Upon arriving safely at our destination, an inspection of the engine compartment revealed that the top plastic cap of the OEM secondary fuel filter housing had completely cracked right in the top middle. Diesel fuel was actively spraying out under extreme low-pressure system pressure (approximately 8.5 bar) all over the hot engine compartment.The pressurized diesel fue
I have a 2017 ford f350 diesel 6.7 and replaced the low pressure fuel pump in 2022 at about 57000 miles. Then again in July of 2026 the fuel pump has had to be replaced again at 68000 miles. I read that many 2022 ford vehicles were recalled in that year for a bad fuel pump. So I think I might have been given a bad fuel pump from that year 2022 and now its bad again. This is a know problem for fords I dont understand why there is not a recall for these pumps. Ford is been building bad pumps for a long time and are getting away with it, A fuel pump should not have to be replaced after 3 years. The work was all done at the Beach Ford Dealership in myrtle beach sc 29575.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler All Terrain Adventure, Tire Size: LT275/70/R18, DOT Number: (N/A). While the contact's friend was driving 55 MPH, there was a blowout of the rear passengerâs side tire. The driver prevented a crash; however, the failure caused a significant amount of damage when the truck bed lowered and nearly separated from the chassis, the hubcap detached, and the exhaust pipe was bent in half. The driver pulled over to a truck stop and installed the spare and secured the truck bed to the frame with harness straps to prevent the truck bed from separating. The contact notified the manufacturer about the failure and reque
2017 Ford F-350 SD questions
Does the 2017 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford F-350 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-350 SD?
Based on 575 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (292), Suspension (219), Wheels (59).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford F-350 SD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.