repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 Ford F-550 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2017 Ford F-550 SD, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 3, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Ford F-550 SD has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
1Service brakes
1Steering
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2017 Ford F-550 SD recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Seat belts: pretensioner
Risk. A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Engine
Risk. A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Doors: latch
Risk. A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2019 Q1
Front: anchorage
Risk. The seat belt buckle weld may fail, preventing the occupants from being properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Seats
Risk. If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Power train: driveline
Risk. If the driveline or transmission fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. If the shield becomes dislodged, the drain valve may open resulting in a fuel leak.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other F-550 SD year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-550 SD median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
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1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Ford F-550 SD, and the recalls they led to.
- Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakOpen
In owners' words
What F-550 SD owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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. THE FORD DEALER HAS INDICATED THIS ISSUE IS BEING CAUSED BY WATER CONTAMINATION IN THE FUEL,…
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