2017 Ford F-250 recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Ford F-250 and 1,155 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are steering (717), suspension (587), unknown or other (109). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating.
The 2017 ranks #13 of 14 F-250 model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (325). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 5.0 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2017 Ford F-250. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Engine
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage.
Risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.
Latches/locks/linkages · doors · latch
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles originally produced with black or body colored exterior door handles that may have been subsequently equipped with a chrome exterior door handle cover accessory kit purchased from a Ford dealer. These accessory door handle covers may cause the doors to unlatch in a side impact collision. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Risk: If the doors unlatch and open in a side impact collision, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the accessory covers and refund the purchase price. The recall began July 13, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C09.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
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 b…
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…
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 f…
Safety ratings
2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab PU/CC 4x2
2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab PU/CC 4x4
Fuel economy
The EPA doesn't publish fuel economy ratings for heavy-duty pickups like the Ford F-250.
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford F-250 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Ford F-250, most recently for engine (12/18/2018). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford F-250?
Based on 1,155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are steering (717), suspension (587), unknown or other (109).
Is the 2017 Ford F-250 safe?
The 2017 Ford F-250 earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2017 a good year for the Ford F-250?
The 2017 ranks #13 of 14 F-250 model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (325). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 5.0 per model year.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: F-250 CREW CAB, F-250 SUPERCAB, F-250 REGULAR CAB, F-250.