Is the 2017 Ford F-550 SD 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 F-550 SD?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Ford F-550 SD have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Ford F-550 SD

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2017 Ford F-550 SD
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:53:29.546Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 2 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1993	0
1994	0
1995	0
1996	0
1997	2
1998	0
1999	61
2000	72
2001	29
2002	22
2003	33
2004	49
2005	32
2006	44
2007	23
2008	26
2009	1
2010	1
2011	3
2012	6
2013	2
2014	9
2015	11
2016	3
2017	2
2018	0
2019	4
2020	4
2021	13
2022	9
2023	1
2024	2
2025	1
2026	1

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford F-550 SD. While driving 65 MPH, the rear passenger side of the vehicle began to shake, fishtail, and an echoing noise was heard from the rear end.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-20

Also filed under Power train

Steering

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

Service brakes

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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While driving the truck down the interstate the reduced engine power light will illuminate and the truck will begin to lose speed and the engine will die, resulting in difficult steering and braking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-20

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2016-11-11Fuel system, diesel16V778000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD trucks manufactured March 21, 2016, to August 28, 2016.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S39.

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2017-05-18Power train17V212000 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.

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.

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2017-06-07Seats17V332000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C08.

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2017-10-26Seat belts, seats17V599000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. The seat belt anchor may not be adequately welded to the seat cushion frame.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger manual seat track, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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2018-10-12Latches/locks/linkages17V652000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018.

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2019-05-31Engine, equipment19V278000 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 and previously remedied under...

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge.

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2020-01-22Seat belts, structure19V880000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab vehicles with carpet flooring.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the B-Pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020.

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2024-05-09Preliminary evaluationOpen Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Ford F-550 SD — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V778000 · Fuel system, diesel
Recall 17V212000 · Power train
Recall 17V332000 · Seats
Recall 17V599000 · Seat belts, seats
Recall 17V652000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Recall 19V278000 · Engine, equipment
Recall 19V880000 · Seat belts, structure
Recall 25V572000 · Back over prevention

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Ford F-550 SD 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 F-550 SD?: The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford F-550 SD have?: 8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.