CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford F-450 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (9 reports).
2017 Ford F-450 recalls
Backup Camera Image May Show Reversed, Risking Crashes
VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is recalling certain ambulances built on Ford and Chevrolet chassis that use ASA Electronics Voyager monitors to display the backup camera image.
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
Some 2017-2018 ambulances built on Ford E-350, E-450, F-450, and F-550 chassis, and GMC G3500 chassis, were equipped with Whelen brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Engine block heater cable can corrode and cause fire
Water and contaminants can enter the splice connector on the engine block heater cable, causing corrosion and damage.
Door May Unlatch in Side Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Certain pickup trucks in this recall were built with black or body-colored exterior door handles, but some owners later added chrome door handle cover accessory kits bought from a dealer.
Most common 2017 Ford F-450 problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 9 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owned a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, there was a loud pop coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle immediately caught fire. While attempting to turn off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact exited the vehicle and called the Fire Department, and the fire was extinguished. A fire report was filed. The fire was caused by fuel leaking onto the engine. The vehicle was deemed totaled. The manufacturer was informed of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
tailgate opens while driving could cause jackknife of trailer and truck has recall, recall has been performed 3 times and still having issues midway ford inspected and said the tailgate is functioning as intended no warning or indicators this is 2nd time this has happened and recalls have been performed also have surveillance video of me leaving a customer's house with tailgate up and closed and when i pull to end of driveway and make a left u can see the tailgate come down while in motion driving .ford motor company and the dealer refuse to help with damages and have no concern this could happen to me on a off ramp or at higher speeds and this could end up in a life threating situation, th
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated that the vehicle had been diagnosed with an oil leak coming from the injector seals. The vehicle was serviced by the dealer and the contact picked up the vehicle after it was serviced. While driving from the dealer at approximately 40 MPH, the contact noticed white-grayish smoke coming from the passenger side of the vehicle. The contact immediately pulled over as black smoke began to emit from the vehicle vents as all occupants exited the vehicle. The vehicle quickly became engulfed in flames and the authorities were called to the scene. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. A fire report was filed. The contact, his wife and
Vibration at 70 mph. Safety concern as to possible vehicle damage/control due to excess vibration transmitted throughout vehicle. Problem has been acknowledged by Ford Motor Company by means of a Safety Recall Notice # 22S74. Correspondence from Ford dated December 2022 stated parts to repair the problem were expected to be available Q1 2023. As of 5/5/23 there is no additional information available from Ford or it's dealer. My vehicle is unusable and there is no remedy available from Ford.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH there was a vibration coming through the steering and the entire vehicle. The contact stated there was an abnormal bang-like explosion that had come from under the floorboards. The contact stated that a section of the drive shaft had sheared off of the vehicle and rolled out onto the highway and struck another vehicle that had been behind the contact. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he lost forward momentum and was able to pull off the highway. The contact stated that the other vehicle had also pulled off behind his vehicle. The contact stated that there w
2017 Ford F-450 questions
Does the 2017 Ford F-450 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford F-450: Backup Camera Image May Show Reversed, Risking Crashes; Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed; Engine block heater cable can corrode and cause fire; Door May Unlatch in Side Crash, Raising Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford F-450?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (9), Power Train (7), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford F-450 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.