2017 Ford F 150 Regular Cab
Common Problems
Ranked from 388 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
29 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Door latches freeze in cold weather
185complaintsSafety riskOtherDoors fail to latch or open properly in cold temperatures, leading to potential safety issues.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Cam Phaser Malfunction
57complaintsHigh severityEngineThe cam phasers are failing, causing abnormal sounds and engine performance issues.
$900–$2,500est. timing chain/phaser service · 5–12 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Cam Phaser Failure
56complaintsHigh severityEngineThe cam phasers fail, causing abnormal engine rattling and ticking sounds during start-up.
$900–$2,500est. timing chain/phaser service · 5–12 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Engine Rattling and Knocking
56complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine produces abnormal rattling and knocking sounds during start-up, often requiring replacement of cam phasers.
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Transmission Failure
8complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission frequently malfunctions, causing random gear shifts and loss of driveability.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Transmission Malfunction
8complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences erratic shifting, random downshifting, and failure to engage gears, leading to potential loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Electrical System Issues
7complaintsHigh severityElectricalElectrical system failures cause unexpected malfunctions such as glass shattering and door latches malfunctioning.
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Door Latch Malfunction
6complaintsHigh severityOtherDoor latches and locks malfunction, causing doors to open unexpectedly and posing safety risks.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Automatic transmission shifting issues
5complaintsHigh severityTransmissionTransmission shifts abruptly and causes the truck to jerk and buck while driving.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Door Latch Freezing in Cold Weather
5complaintsMedium severityOtherDoors freeze and fail to latch properly in cold weather, posing a safety risk to passengers.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Transmission Jerking and Uncommanded Shifts
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission jerks and shifts to lower gears without command, causing the vehicle to lose speed and control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Transmission Lead Frame Failure
5complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission lead frame fails, causing erratic shifting and loss of power, posing a safety risk.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Unintended Acceleration
5complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe vehicle accelerates without the driver's input, leading to potential collisions or loss of control.
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Brake issues leading to brake pedal going to the floor
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal goes to the floor during braking, causing loss of control and potential accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Engine Oil Pressure Issues
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine experiences a loss of oil pressure, leading to knocking sounds and potential engine failure.
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Transmission slipping or jumping out of gear
3complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission slips between gears or jumps out of gear, posing a safety risk during driving.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 17
Brake Hose Rupture
2complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe passenger side flexible brake hose ruptures, causing a loss of front brakes and potential loss of control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Engine Intermittent Acceleration Issues
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine accelerates to a low speed and shudders intermittently, especially during cold starts, without warning lights.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Engine Stall at Idle
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, often due to stop-start system failure or other engine control issues.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 20
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsLow severityEngineThe vehicle stalls intermittently at idle, especially during cold starts, due to a malfunction in the stop-start system.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 21
Loss of Power Steering Functionality
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe power steering system suddenly fails, making it difficult to steer the vehicle and increasing the risk of accidents.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 22
Lug Nut Swelling and Distortion Causing Safety Risks
2complaintsHigh severityOtherSwollen and distorted lug nuts pose a risk of wheel failure and inability to change a flat tire safely.
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Oil Pan Leaking Due to Faulty Sealing
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe oil pan leaks due to a faulty seal, leading to low oil levels and potential engine damage.
$200–$1,600est. oil-leak repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 24
Powertrain Warning Light Illumination
2complaintsLow severityEngineThe power train warning light illuminates without a corresponding fault, indicating potential underlying issues.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 25
Rear Windshield Shattering During Remote Start
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe rear windshield shatters during a remote start, posing a significant safety risk to occupants.
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Service Brakes Failure
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe front brakes fail, leaving only the rear brakes functional, increasing the risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 27
Transmission Catastrophic Failure During Operation
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails catastrophically during operation, causing sudden shifts and loss of control, risking accidents.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 28
Transmission Hard Shifting
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences hard shifting, causing the vehicle to slip or spin out in wet or slippery conditions.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 29
Transmission Malfunction Leading to Gear Slippage
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission slips out of gear during acceleration, posing a risk of losing control in traffic.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.