CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford Flex has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (13 reports).
2017 Ford Flex recalls
Door Trim May Detach While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
The driver and front passenger B-pillar door trim on certain vehicles may come loose and detach while the vehicle is being driven.
Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image
The rearview camera on certain vehicles may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Rear Toe Links May Fracture, Causing Sudden Handling Loss
Certain Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, and Lincoln MKT vehicles from model years 2013 to 2015 with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack may have rear suspension toe links that fracture under stress.
Oil Leak Can Ignite Engine Fire Risk
Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes can leak oil onto engine components.
Most common 2017 Ford Flex problems
Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V829000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a blank image while in reverse(R). In addition, the contact stated that the driverâs side B-pillar trim had become loose and could potentially detach from the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The fai
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a distorted image. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were unavailable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the rear-view camera intermittently displayed a distorted or blank image. The failure mileage was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side B-Pillar Applique Trim detached and flew off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V732000 (Structure) however the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
I am submitting this complaint to report a serious and potentially dangerous safety defect involving the internal water pump design in the 3.5L Duratec V6 engine used in my 2017 Ford Flex. The water pump in this engine is mounted internally behind the timing chain cover. When the pump fails, coolant is not externally visible but instead leaks directly into the engine oil. This design prevents early detection and warning, leading to rapid and catastrophic engine failure without adequate notice to the driver. In my case, the water pump failed suddenly, allowing coolant to contaminate the engine oil. This resulted in total engine failure and immediate loss of vehicle operability.
2017 Ford Flex questions
Does the 2017 Ford Flex have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Flex: Door Trim May Detach While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Rearview camera may show blank or distorted image; Rear Toe Links May Fracture, Causing Sudden Handling Loss; Oil Leak Can Ignite Engine Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Flex?
Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (13), Unknown Or Other (13), Back Over Prevention (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford Flex 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.