2017 Ford F 250 Crew Cab
Common Problems
Ranked from 639 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
21 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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Steering Wheel Shaking at High Speeds
586complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe steering wheel vibrates violently at high speeds, making it difficult to control the vehicle, especially on bumpy roads or when transitioning between road surfaces.
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Suspension Issues Causing Uncontrollable Shaking
38complaintsSafety riskSuspensionThe suspension causes the entire front end of the truck to shake violently, making it difficult to control the vehicle, especially at high speeds or when hitting bumps.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Loss of Control Due to Suspension Issues
13complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe truck loses control when hitting bumps or driving at high speeds, leading to violent shaking and potential accidents.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Suspension Issues Leading to Violent Shaking
12complaintsSafety riskSuspensionThe suspension causes violent shaking and loss of control at high speeds or when hitting bumps.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Fuel System Malfunction
10complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe vehicle loses power and stalls, often due to issues with the fuel system such as contaminated fuel or faulty fuel pumps.
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Electrical System Issues
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious electrical system failures, including malfunctioning cameras, sensors, and warning lights.
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Tailgate Opening Unexpectedly
5complaintsMedium severityOtherThe tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving, posing a risk of damage to the vehicle and its contents.
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Back Over Prevention Camera Failure
4complaintsLow severityElectricalThe back over prevention camera malfunctions, displaying a poor image or becoming inoperable.
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Engine Stall During Operation
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine unexpectedly stalls while driving, often accompanied by a reduced engine power warning.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Fuel System Failure Leading to Engine Stalling
4complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel system fails, leading to engine stalling and loss of power, often requiring immediate roadside assistance.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Suspension Issues
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionThe vehicle experiences violent shaking and loss of control after hitting bumps or rough patches of road.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Engine Power Reduction and Shutdown
3complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine experiences power reduction and unexpected shutdowns, often requiring the driver to pull over and restart the vehicle.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Fuel Pump Malfunction Leading to Engine Failure
3complaintsHigh severityFuel systemFuel pump malfunctions lead to engine failure, often requiring immediate roadside assistance and posing safety risks.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Fuel System Issues Leading to Power Loss
3complaintsHigh severityFuel systemFuel lines crack, causing the vehicle to lose power and stall at highway speeds.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Severe Front End Vibration and Loss of Control
3complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe vehicle experiences severe front-end vibrations and loss of control upon hitting bumps, risking loss of vehicle control.
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Steering Damper Issues Causing Death Wobble
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering damper malfunctions, causing the vehicle to experience uncontrollable shaking and loss of control at highway speeds.
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Suspension Bounce and Shaking
3complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension components fail, causing the truck to bounce and shake uncontrollably when hitting bumps.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Electrical System Failures Causing Fire Hazards
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalElectrical system failures lead to fires and smoke, posing significant safety risks to the occupants.
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Fuel Filter Leaks
2complaintsSafety riskFuel systemThe fuel filter leaks diesel fuel, posing a fire hazard.
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Service Brakes Malfunctioning
2complaintsMedium severityOtherIssues with service brakes, including trailer brake controller delays and improper engagement, leading to longer stopping distances.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 21
Transmission Jerking and Downshifting Issues
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission jerks and downshifts abruptly, causing loss of control and potential accidents.
$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.