Is the 2017 Ford F-550 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?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

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

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Ford F-550

○ Not enough data

2017 Ford F-550
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:01:50.034Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 12
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 12 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2007	0
2008	0
2009	0
2010	0
2011	12
2012	13
2013	6
2014	2
2015	0
2016	9
2017	12
2018	8
2019	14
2020	17

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH

Show complaint excerpts

Ford put a 2 rubber brake hoses with outer braided steel outer casing on the build around the a.b.s. Unit on the driver side engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-28

From the day I took it off the lot truck pulls left and right brakes squeak vibration starts at 55MPH fills like rear ended is loss truck swerves .

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-19

Also filed under Steering

Structure

2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

Show complaint excerpts

See attached letter

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-23

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing crank/camshaft position sensor.

Wheels

1 of 12 total reports mentions: wheels.

Tires

1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

R

2017-07-13Latches/locks/linkages, structure17V331000 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...

Remedy: 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.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2019-05-09Equipment19V401000 VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists (VCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550, 2014 E-350 and E-450, 2015 F-250 and F-450, 2016 E-450, 2017 E-350, F-450 and E-450, 2018 F-350, 2010 E-450, 2005-2006 E-450, 2009 E-450 and Chevrolet C4500-based...

Remedy: VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists will work with ASA to notify the owners, and remedy the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics at 1-800-384-4400.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2019-05-20Exterior lighting19V358000 Unruh Fire, Inc. (Unruh Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550-based fire trucks equipped with Whelen brake lights.

Remedy: Unruh Fire has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began in May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2019-06-03Engine18V894000 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.

Remedy: 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.

Check if this car was fixed →
R

2019-06-05Exterior lighting19V342000 Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based ambulances equipped with Whelen brake lights.

Remedy: Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1-800-468-1310.

Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2017 Ford F-550 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V331000 · Latches/locks/linkages, structure
Recall 19V401000 · Equipment
Recall 19V358000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 18V894000 · Engine
Recall 19V342000 · Exterior lighting

FAQ

Is the 2017 Ford F-550 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?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford F-550 have?: 5 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.