NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera may show a distorted, inverted, or blank image when you shift into reverse.
This page covers 13 recalls and 87 owner complaints for the 2017 Ford F-350 Sd.
Suspension and steering dominate the complaint picture for the 2017 Ford F-350 SD. Owners frequently report front-end suspension failures, describing components wearing prematurely or failing outright, sometimes accompanied by noise and handling changes. Steering complaints follow a similar pattern, with owners noting looseness, wandering, or loss of control feel. The fuel and propulsion system draws the next-highest volume of reports, including transmission behavior where the truck unexpectedly drops to first gear at speeds up to 45 mph before recovering, a pattern multiple owners describe happening repeatedly. A smaller cluster of engine-related reports mentions internal component failures. A single report describes an engine compartment fire with a preceding loud bang and instrument cluster warning, though that incident stands apart from the recurring mechanical patterns most owners describe.
87
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Ford F-350 SD has 13 recalls, the most serious involving multiple fire risks: a fuel tank strap that can separate and let the tank drag on the ground, a fuel conditioning module shield that can fall off and open a drain valve, and seatbelt pretensioners in SuperCrew Cab models that can ignite carpet or insulation inside the cabin during a crash.
Two driveshaft recalls affect 4x4 and gasoline-engine models: an internal damper can shift and fracture the shaft, and loose underbody heat shields can contact and crack it, either cutting drive power or risking a rollaway if the parking brake is not set. Several restraint recalls cluster together: the driver's seat back recliner may fold forward in a crash, the front passenger seat belt anchor may not hold, and the left rear inflatable seat belt buckle on crew cab models can pull free from its bracket. A door latch defect can cause doors to appear closed while unlatched, allowing them to swing open while driving. An engine block heater cable splice damaged during a prior recall repair can overheat and melt surrounding wiring. Water intrusion can trigger the electric tailgate latch and release cargo unexpectedly, and the rearview camera can display a foggy, distorted, or blank image when reversing.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera may show a distorted, inverted, or blank image when you shift into reverse.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A radial damper inside the driveshaft can shift out of position over time, causing imbalance and potential driveshaft fracture.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driveshaft at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The anti-reflective coating on the 360-degree camera system's lens can degrade, causing the rearview camera image to become foggy or cloudy.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rearview camera at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and rub against the aluminum driveshaft, potentially damaging and fracturing it.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the driveshaft, repair it if needed, and securely reattach the underbody insulators.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When the front seat belt pretensioner deploys during a crash, it may create sparks that ignite the carpet or insulation near the B-pillar.
What the fix does
Dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and insulation, and modify the B-pillar insulation as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Water can enter the electrical wiring in the tailgate handle switch, causing a short circuit that unintentionally releases the tailgate latches.
What the fix does
Dealers will modify the wiring harness, isolate the tailgate release circuits with jumper pigtails, and install a new tailgate handle switch.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The engine block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged during a previous repair, creating a potential failure point.
What the fix does
Dealers will disable the engine block heater. When replacement cables are available, dealers will replace the heater cord at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The door latch actuation cable may bend or kink, or water may enter the latch and cause it to freeze. Either condition can cause doors to open while the truck is driving, even though they appear closed.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the door latch cables, repair them if needed, and install water shields over the latches at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt anchor on manually-adjusted front passenger seats may not be properly welded to the seat cushion frame, which could affect seat belt safety in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger manual seat track at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The left rear inflatable seat belt buckle may not be securely attached to its mounting bracket, reducing its ability to restrain occupants in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly and replace the attaching rivet as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The driver's seat back frame has inadequate welds that may fail in a crash, preventing the seat from properly restraining the occupant's head and body.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the seat back frame and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The frame reinforcement bracket may not be properly attached to the front fuel tank strap, which could allow the strap to separate from the frame.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the attachment and install the reinforcement bracket if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The protective shield covering the fuel conditioning module may not stick properly and come loose.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the protective shield at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.