2017 FORD F-450
4 recalls, 26 complaints - 14 TSBs
19V401000 May 29, 2019
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with ASA Elect... Read more
Consequence
The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
19V342000 May 3, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
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. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Consequence
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
18V894000 Dec 18, 2018
ENGINE
Defect Description
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. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causi... Read more
Consequence
When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for thi... Read more
17V331000 May 22, 2017
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Defect Description
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 door handle cover accessory kit purchased from a Ford ... Read more
Consequence
If the doors unlatch and open in a side impact collision, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
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.
Complaint Statistics
26 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | 1 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
ENGINE
Apr 24, 2025
Incident date: Dec 23, 2024
Ford 2.0L EcoBoost engine. 2017-2019 Fusion. Also, in 2 other Ford and Lincoln models. I bought 2019 Fusion used and car has just under 69000 miles. Due to a known engine defect there can be coolant intrusion into a cylinder. In my case #2 cylinder. See TSB # 22-2229 from Ford. Check engine light ... Read more
TIRES
Jun 6, 2024
Incident date: May 17, 2024
235/45R 18 94V Tires emit very loud road noise at various speeds. I have rotated tires every 5,000 miles. I have aligned the front end 2x to correct problem. Tires swerve/jerk in a turn. Problems began at about 25,000 miles. It just rolled over 35,000 miles. Toyota dealership has examined the proble... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 5, 2023
Incident date: Oct 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle downshifted to first gear and failed to accelerate above 25 MPH. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed her that th... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 23, 2023
Incident date: Dec 30, 2022
Horn stopped working
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 14, 2023
Incident date: Jan 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that within the past year the vehicle had stalled several times. The contact stated the traction control warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road, restarted the vehicle, and continue drivin... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 28, 2022
Incident date: Nov 28, 2022
Tailgate opens in transit and allows contents of bed to fall out of vehicle causing issues for drivers behind truck
POWER TRAIN
Aug 18, 2022
Incident date: Feb 16, 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V087000 (Structure, Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The m... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 18, 2022
Incident date: Feb 16, 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V087000 (Structure, Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The m... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 12, 2022
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
The vehicle air bag dash light warning lamp started to periodically come on and stay on, when it should have been off after the initial start cycle. When the air bag light is on, it reflects a defect in the system. Vehicle is not safe to drive with malfunctioning air bag system. The vehicle has a wa... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 27, 2022
Incident date: May 27, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an abnormal vibration and the driveshaft snapped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not di... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 26, 2021
Incident date: Jun 16, 2021
Tailgate opens unexpectedly while vehicle is in motion. This has happened repeatedly over the past 12 months. After confirming that the tailgate was not inadvertently left open or opened while the vehicle was moving, we realized that the problem was internal. We could not find a cause of the problem... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 26, 2021
Incident date: Jun 16, 2021
Tailgate opens unexpectedly while vehicle is in motion. This has happened repeatedly over the past 12 months. After confirming that the tailgate was not inadvertently left open or opened while the vehicle was moving, we realized that the problem was internal. We could not find a cause of the problem... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jun 9, 2021
Incident date: Sep 14, 2020
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the tailgate fell independently causing damage to the trim of the tailgate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed however, the mechanic found... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Jan 22, 2021
Incident date: Dec 20, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS A LOUD CRUNCHING SOUND AND BECAME AWARE THAT THE TAILGATE HAD FALLEN ONTO THE TRAILER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SHAWNEE MISSION FORD (11501 SHAWNEE MISSION PKWY, SHAWNEE, KS 66203) WHERE THEY INFORMED THE CONTACT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 18, 2019
Incident date: Dec 10, 2019
WAS PASSING BY THE TRUCK THE ALARM WAS GOING OFF, UPON OPENING THE DOOR THERE WAS WATER POURING OUT OF THE DOOR, THEN I NOTICED THE FRONT DASH WAS SOAKING WET. THE CONSOLE HAD SEVERAL INCHES OF WATER IN IT. THE TRUCK WAS FLATBEDDED TO COLUMBIA FORD, FOUND SUNROOF WAS INSTALLED IMPROPERLY FROM FORD... Read more
SEATS
Dec 18, 2019
Incident date: Dec 10, 2019
WAS PASSING BY THE TRUCK THE ALARM WAS GOING OFF, UPON OPENING THE DOOR THERE WAS WATER POURING OUT OF THE DOOR, THEN I NOTICED THE FRONT DASH WAS SOAKING WET. THE CONSOLE HAD SEVERAL INCHES OF WATER IN IT. THE TRUCK WAS FLATBEDDED TO COLUMBIA FORD, FOUND SUNROOF WAS INSTALLED IMPROPERLY FROM FORD... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 18, 2019
Incident date: Dec 10, 2019
WAS PASSING BY THE TRUCK THE ALARM WAS GOING OFF, UPON OPENING THE DOOR THERE WAS WATER POURING OUT OF THE DOOR, THEN I NOTICED THE FRONT DASH WAS SOAKING WET. THE CONSOLE HAD SEVERAL INCHES OF WATER IN IT. THE TRUCK WAS FLATBEDDED TO COLUMBIA FORD, FOUND SUNROOF WAS INSTALLED IMPROPERLY FROM FORD... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 18, 2019
Incident date: Nov 5, 2019
TAILGATE TO TRUCK HAS OPENED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN SEPTEMBER AND NOVEMBER 2019. I AM NOT SURE AT THE EXACT TIME AND CONDITIONS THAT THE TAILGATE OPENED BUT WEATHER WAS RAINING MID-DAY ON TWO OF THE OCCASIONS, THE THIRD WAS EARLY MORNING. ONE OF THE TIMES THE TAILGATE OPENED WAS WHILE TOWING... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Dec 2, 2019
Incident date: Nov 30, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-450. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND HAULING A TRAILER, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A HARD RIGHT TURN WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE TAILGATE DISENGAGED AND FELL TO THE GROUND. THE TAILGATE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 11, 2019
Incident date: Oct 15, 2017
DRIVE LINE VIBRATION SIMILAR TO FORD RECAL #17S08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 8, 2019
Incident date: Apr 6, 2019
I HAVE A 2017 FORD SUPER DUTY F450 PLATINUM. MULTIPLE TIME THE TAILGATE HAS DROPPED O ITS OWN WHILE IM DRIVING THE TRUCK. KEYS ARE RESTING IN CONSOLE NOT TOUCHING RELEASE BUTTON AND DROPS ON ITS OWN. HAVE CHECKED AND DOUBLED CHECKED CLOSING FIRMLY. STILL OPENS INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 8, 2019
Incident date: Apr 6, 2019
I HAVE A 2017 FORD SUPER DUTY F450 PLATINUM. MULTIPLE TIME THE TAILGATE HAS DROPPED O ITS OWN WHILE IM DRIVING THE TRUCK. KEYS ARE RESTING IN CONSOLE NOT TOUCHING RELEASE BUTTON AND DROPS ON ITS OWN. HAVE CHECKED AND DOUBLED CHECKED CLOSING FIRMLY. STILL OPENS INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 31, 2019
Incident date: Jan 31, 2019
BROUGHT MY TRUCK INTO THE FORD DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE DOOR WAS NOT LATCHING CLOSED AT ALL. THE TRUCK IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND HAS LESS THAN 20K MILES. LATER THAT DAY THE DEALERSHIP CALLED AND TOLD ME THE TRUCK WAS FIXED AND READY TO BE PICKED UP. LESS THAN 48 HOURS LATER THE LATCH AGAIN WOUL... Read more
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Jun 20, 2018
Incident date: May 30, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-450. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK ABNORMALLY WITH A STRONG VIBRATION. THE CONTACT SLOWLY DECELERATED AS THE DRIVESHAFT FRACTURED OUTWARD FROM THE LEFT TO THE RIGHT SIDE. ALSO, THE TRANSMISSION HOUSING BECAME CRACKED AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE ... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jan 17, 2018
Incident date: Jan 2, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-450. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER'S SIDE AND THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR FAILED TO LOCK WHEN THE TEMPERATURE GOT COLD. THE CONTACT CALLED SIEMANS FORD AT (269) 465-5344 (LOCATED AT 8961 RED ARROW HWY, BRIDGMAN, MI 49106) AND WAS INFO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 17, 2018
Incident date: Jan 2, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-450. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER'S SIDE AND THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR FAILED TO LOCK WHEN THE TEMPERATURE GOT COLD. THE CONTACT CALLED SIEMANS FORD AT (269) 465-5344 (LOCATED AT 8961 RED ARROW HWY, BRIDGMAN, MI 49106) AND WAS INFO... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 FORD F-450
14 manufacturer communications from 10 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
SAN-Vol1 I1
Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv
TSB 20-2272
Aug 19, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2015-2019 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.2L engine, 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine, 2017-2020 Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine built on or after 13-May-2017 may exhibit an illuminated malfunctio
20N04
Apr 30, 2020
010000 STEERING
In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience sustained steering wheel oscillation after hitting rough pavement or an expansion joint at speeds typically above 45 mph (72 Km/h).
20N04
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience sustained steering wheel oscillation after hitting rough pavement or an expansion joint at speeds typically above 45 mph (72 Km/h).
TSB 18-2278
Sep 14, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Some 2017-2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit a concern where the DEF level indicator appears to be stuck in the full position. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SSM 47070
Feb 9, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition
SSM 46946
Nov 29, 2017
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Some 2015-2018 F-150, 2017-2018 F-Super Duty, 2018 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a vista roof opening panel may exhibit binding while opening or closing of the movable glass panel. The roof opening panel glass brackets are ava
SSM 46946
Nov 29, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2015-2018 F-150, 2017-2018 F-Super Duty, 2018 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a vista roof opening panel may exhibit binding while opening or closing of the movable glass panel. The roof opening panel glass brackets are ava
SSM 46946
Nov 29, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2015-2018 F-150, 2017-2018 F-Super Duty, 2018 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a vista roof opening panel may exhibit binding while opening or closing of the movable glass panel. The roof opening panel glass brackets are ava
17B08
Jul 17, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 17B08 concerning certain vehicles equipped with 6.8L engine. Notifying customers of potential loose crankshaft pulley bolt and recommending servce action by Ford dealer.
17B08-1
Jul 17, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Affected vehicle list fo 17B08 customer satisfaction program
17B08-1
Jul 17, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Affected vehicle list fo 17B08 customer satisfaction program
AEVSB2017-4.6
Apr 6, 2017
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
OEM Security system interface with aftermarket lock systems.
AEVSB201746
Apr 6, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
OEM Security system interface with aftermarket lock systems.
FORD F-450 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD F-450 across all model years (2003, 2020).
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Total Recalls
165
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FORD F-450 - Year by Year
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