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Ford F-550 SD Recall 17V212: Driveline may vibrate and fracture, causing loss of power

NHTSA campaign 17V212, reported March 27, 2017, 509 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The driveline can vibrate when the vehicle is driven at highway speeds. Over time, this vibration may fracture the driveline components or the transmission.

If the driveline or transmission fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power while driving, which increases the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners. Dealers will replace the driveshaft and two center bearing brackets free of charge. To check whether your vehicle is affected, enter your VIN at the NHTSA or Ford recall lookup, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 17S08).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V212Ford Motor Company
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-450 and F-550 Superduty vehicles. Operating the vehicle at highway speeds may cause the driveline to vibrate and fracture the driveline components or the transmission.
Risk
If the driveline or transmission fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft and two center bearing brackets, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford recall number 17S08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford F-450 SD2017
Ford F-550 SD2017