2017 Ford F-250 SD Structure Problems
Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the 2017 Ford F-250 SD, 6% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 30,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “tailgate opened” (12% of reports).
- 66structure complaints
- 30,000median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 58%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Tailgate opened: mentioned in 8 of 66 complaints (12%)
- Super duty: mentioned in 7 of 66 complaints (11%)
- Tail gate: mentioned in 6 of 66 complaints (9%)
- Below freezing: mentioned in 5 of 66 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 53 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 66 complaints, 2 a fire, 1 an injury.
Ford F-250 SD structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 F-250 SD | 2 | 5% | — |
| 2023 F-250 SD | 1 | 2% | 1,000 |
| 2022 F-250 SD | 8 | 6% | 19,600 |
| 2021 F-250 SD | 11 | 7% | 21,528 |
| 2020 F-250 SD | 12 | 5% | 3,003 |
| 2019 F-250 SD | 21 | 2% | 16,033 |
| 2018 F-250 SD | 16 | 4% | 19,000 |
| 2017 F-250 SD | 66 | 6% | 30,000 |
| 2016 F-250 SD | 4 | 1% | 22,500 |
| 2015 F-250 SD | 7 | 2% | 107,000 |
| 2014 F-250 SD | 1 | 4% | 57,000 |
| 2011 F-250 SD | 4 | 3% | 47,000 |
| 2008 F-250 SD | 7 | 5% | 16,750 |
| 2007 F-250 SD | 3 | 6% | 3,450 |
| 2006 F-250 SD | 3 | 1% | 37,500 |
| 2005 F-250 SD | 9 | 3% | 38,200 |
| 2004 F-250 SD | 7 | 3% | 73,341 |
| 2003 F-250 SD | 4 | 2% | 38,000 |
| 2002 F-250 SD | 3 | 1% | 55,000 |
| 2001 F-250 SD | 4 | 1% | 136,000 |
| 2000 F-250 SD | 4 | 2% | 202,500 |
| 1995 F-250 SD | 1 | 11% | 195,743 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Structure:frame and members:underbody shields; power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2022 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
Risk: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 7, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S09.
Seat belts:pretensioner; structure:body:roof and pillars
Problem: 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. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
Risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S52.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Driver door will not latch Door could swing open while driving
1 .Driver's side door will not close in cold weather due to frozen actuator. TSB has been issued on this problem; Ford will not repair due to vehicle being out of warranty. 2. Backup/vehicle camera's do not always work when truck is in reverse. TSB has been issued on this problem; Ford will not…
The cab roof clearance lights leak water when it rains. The water leaks into the electronics in the overhead console and down the A-pillar. Dealer advises it is a nonwarranty issue under extended warranty and a commonly known issue on these. trucks.
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2017 Ford F-250 SDs have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 66 owner complaints about structure for the 2017 Ford F-250 SD (6% of the 1,155 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Ford F-250 SD structure?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do structure problems start?
The median reported mileage is 30,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about structure problems on the 2017 Ford F-250 SD?
The most frequent phrase is “tailgate opened”, in 8 of 66 complaints, followed by “super duty” (7).
Other 2017 Ford F-250 SD problems
- Steering problems (717)
- Suspension problems (587)
- Wheels problems (69)
- Electrical System problems (54)
See all 2017 Ford F-250 SD problems or structure problems across all F-250 SD years.