2017 Ford Econoline
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 86 |
| 1993 | 67 |
| 1994 | 132 |
| 1995 | 73 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 84 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility/wiper
1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
Show complaint excerpts
(2017 thor vegas) no accident has happened...yet. When we took delivery on 06-22-2017, the driver's side wiper did not wipe the driver's entire field of vision, a safety issue in a downpour.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-08
Structure
1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.
Steering
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
Me diriga a la salida del centro comercial conocido como "Plaza san luis", a una velocidad aproximada de 10 kilmetros por hora; me dispona a ubicarme en el mdulo de control de acceso para insertar mi boleto de salida, cuando de manera sbita,...
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-05
Equipment
1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-01-13Back over prevention25V572000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Ford Econoline — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V572000 · Back over prevention
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 2017 Ford Econoline reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Econoline?
- The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Econoline have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.