2017 Ford Econoline Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Econoline years
- Not enough data 10th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Ford Econoline. That ranks 10th out of 24 Econoline model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Ford Econoline problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 6 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 Ford Econoline recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Problem: 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 vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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, espontnea, se comenz a escuchar que el motor se…
2017 ford econoline super duty van. Consumer writes with concerns for multiple malfunctions and safety issues with vehicle. *as *dt *tr the consumer stated the manual jack control completely stopped working. The screws holding the slide out to the rv body sheared off on the outside front of the…
(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. Repair was attempted by dealer leaving the driver's side wiper blade parked 1/3 of the way up the windshield…
Other Ford Econoline years
← 2016 Econoline · 2018 Econoline →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Econoline | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 Econoline | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 Econoline | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | 3 | 1 |
| 2016 Econoline | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 Econoline | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 Econoline | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 Econoline | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 Econoline | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 Econoline | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Econoline | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 Econoline | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Econoline | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 Econoline | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 Econoline | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 Econoline | 22 | 2 |
| 2002 Econoline | 23 | 2 |
| 2001 Econoline | 28 | 3 |
| 2000 Econoline | 39 | 3 |
| 1999 Econoline | 84 | 5 |
| 1998 Econoline | 46 | 2 |
| 1997 Econoline | 79 | 2 |
| 1996 Econoline | 81 | 3 |
| 1995 Econoline | 73 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Econoline?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, equipment problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Ford Econoline?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Ford Econoline a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Econoline model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.