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Crashes / Fires:
1 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,036 miles

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2017 Ford F-150 engine problems

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2017 Ford F-150 Owner Comments (Page 8 of 11)

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problem #66

Jan 012021

F-150

  • 45,765 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was due for an oil change and the contact was informed that the oil pan was leaking. The oil pan was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the oil pan was leaking again. The oil pan was replaced a second time. The contact stated that after receiving another oil change, the contact was informed that the oil pan was leaking again. The oil pan was replaced a third time; however, the failure persisted. The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the oil pan needed to be replaced a fourth time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,765.

- Centerville, TN, USA

problem #65

May 242022

F-150

  • miles
2017 Ford f150 super crew 5.0L V8 engine. Started rough idling at stops when in drive about 5 months ago. It started just completely dying while in idle but never threw a check engine light or any code. Ford dealer didn't have an appointment for weeks. We took it to three different licensed mechanics who could not recreate the issue. We just got the truck back after the 4th stay in the shop and the mechanic mentioned the VVT solenoids being bad. There was an issued recall for this exact same problem but not for the 5.0L on 2017 Ford F150. After some more digging, I see hundreds of this exact issue on the Ford forums.

- Fairhope, AL, USA

problem #64

Aug 012022

F-150

  • miles
The coolant line connector on my passenger side turbo is leaking. Causing my truck to overheat, forcing me to have to stop on side of road. I was informed that the water pump is leaking now also after a leak pressure test was preformed.

- Greenville, MS, USA

problem #63

Jul 042022

F-150

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Incident x2: When coming to a stop after towing, once on the off ramp and the other at the gas station, the truck died/stopped running and would not stay started when trying to restart. Both times, the gas tank was at 50 miles to empty, and while in tow mode, towing a camper trailer. First time we had it towed to dealer, they found nothing wrong, no faulty codes. Second time, after fueling, started the truck and pressed the gas pedal for about 10-15 seconds to RPM at 4000 then let off gas and truck stayed running. Seems something in the gas line, tank or computer system. Does not happen when not towing.

- Littleton, CO, USA

problem #62

May 312022

F-150

  • miles
Check engine light came on, took car to certified Ford dealer and found out the intake manifold gasket was cracked. A cracked intake manifold gasket results in poor engine functioning as well as negatively impacts accelerating, endangering both the occupants of the vehicle and those around. This part is on backorder with Ford for over 1400 customers, we are the 1400th so who knows how many in total are actually affected. Ford needs to be held responsible for this faulty part.

- Pottstown, PA, USA

problem #61

Aug 162019

F-150

  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford-F 150. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer for an unknown recall, where it was confirmed that there was a loss of motive power without warning. The local dealer attempted to repair the failure; however, was unsuccessful. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

- Cheyenne, WY, USA

problem #60

May 012022

F-150

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The engine formed a premature oil leak around the oil pan.

- Blairstown, NJ, USA

problem #59

May 022022

F-150

  • miles
The engine rattles on cold start. It has been diagnosed with a cam phasers failure issue. The truck has 74000 miles on it and has had regular maintenance. This is an ongoing known issue with Ford and this engine. How has Ford managed to get away with not having a recall for this?

- Westernport, MD, USA

problem #58

Feb 222022

F-150

  • miles
At 56,000 miles Anti freeze started to disappear from reservoir. After refilling it, noticed 2 weeks later an empty coolant reservoir again. Truck gave a "misfire" and "turbo charger " code. 8 weeks later truck had cylinder heads replaced.

- Holland, MA, USA

problem #57

Oct 112019

F-150

  • miles
Safety Concern: Potential engine failure at speed. Cam Phasers cause loud rattle on cold start. Sound is alarming, as if the engine will fail. Engine light came on, dealer tested and recommended cam phaser repair & replacement. FORD would not pay for repair b/c mileage over 90K. I paid for 1st repair 11OCT2019, failed 2nd time 09Nov2020, Dealer repair under warranty. Received letter from Ford "Customer Satisfaction Notice: to have Powertrain Control Module reprogram, completed 17NOV2021. Engine rattle on cold start occured 3rd time, Dealer told me I'm on a waitlist in Jan2022. Notice to bring vehicle in, 9May2022 for diagnosis, same problem. Ford Customer service contacted twice, Ford refuses to repair again under warranty. Told me to file this complaint. Dealer would not repair under warranty, because Ford will not cover 2nd repair. Dealer told me there is nothing they can do and referred me to file this complaint.

- Liberty Hill, TX, USA

problem #56

Mar 152022

F-150

  • 71,300 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle experienced engine failure. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed with cam phaser failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 71,300.

- Eugene, OR, USA

problem #55

Dec 172021

F-150

  • miles
Shift indicator light will flash and go off. Check engine light and wrench light comes on for coded P0706, P0707, P1702, P1921. U0401. Needed range sensor. Shifted when it wanted to and quit altogether then start back up. Had range sensor replaced.

- Sweet Springs, MO, USA

problem #54

Mar 042022

F-150

  • miles
Cam Phasers are failing and causing engine oil pressure to fail as well as timing to jump. This is a major concern and can cause a serious accident if a engine seizes. Ford did not issue a recall but if you bring it in then they tell you. was never notified of issue and now that i am over 90,000 miles it is no longer warrantied. they do a reprogram but it makes the issue worse.

- Dracut, MA, USA

problem #53

Sep 012021

F-150

  • miles
The Cam Phasers have failed. I have done all the Computer resets, both did not work, the truck is supposed to have them replaced. I have contacted Ford Customer service to no avail. The simply do not return my calls. I have left numerous messages regarding the delivery date for the parts necessary to replace my Cam Phasers. The vehicle has not caused a safety issue yet however the problem seems to be getting worse leading me to believe it will become unsafe to drive. Byers Ford Dealership has confirmed the problem however they have no idea when the parts for the cam phasers will be shipped. The Check Engine light came in August or September of 2021. I had this checked by an independent mechanic as well as the Ford Dealership. The problem as I see it is Ford has had a problem with their Cam Phases since 2005 and has done little or nothing to correct the problem. A little research and you can find out the the failure rate for Cam Phasers is around 40%. Seem to me NHTSA should have forced the manufactures to correct this problem a long time ago. It appears you are allowing the manufacturers to sell vehicles that have little value after the cam phasers fail as the replacement is not a permanent fix.

- Centerburg, OH, USA

problem #52

Feb 182022

F-150

  • miles
Plastic oil pan has leaking drain plug even after installing new drain plug. This is a danger to the environment and roadways due to leaving oil drips throughout the roadways traveled.

- Philipsburg, PA, USA

problem #51

Feb 042022

F-150

  • miles
The truck will stall while sitting at a stop sign, red light, waiting to turn. You can feel the truck idle and watch the tac bounch up and down before it stalls. Wants to stall when the gas is applied while pulling across an interseciton or from the stopped position. Intake manifold has been replaced twice in a 2 month period. The intake manifold caued the check engine light to come on, but did not correct the stalling issue.

- Lancaster, KY, USA

problem #50

Oct 152021

F-150

  • miles
Check engine light on error code P2007 Runner control was replaced via Ford OEM PART #FR3Z 9J559 C Ran well for 2 days then stopped working.

- Fort Collins, CO, USA

problem #49

Feb 012021

F-150

  • miles
Oil pan is leaking TSB 20-2051 superceeds a previous TSB. After searching online this is a known issue acknowledged by the mafacturer affecting numerous vehicles that should be covered through a manufacture recall. The latest TSB states to replace the plastic oil pan with with a metal oil pan. This is an obvious manufacturing defect that consumers should not have to pay to repair.

- Chesapeake, VA, USA

problem #48

Aug 182021

F-150

  • miles
Eastbound I-94 around Burns Harbor, IN. High speed, high density traffic. High temperature warning illuminated on dash while the temperature gauge went to full cold. Within seconds the engine lost power, forcing me to navigate to the shoulder of the highway. I was successful, but the loss of power and the resulting speed differential put myself and other traffic at a significant risk of collision. The vehicle was shut down and checked for any signs of overheating. With no signs of overheating the vehicle was restarted and we continued to our destination. The following day the problem was diagnosed by Castle Ford, Michigan City, Indiana as a faulty cylinder head temperature sensor; there was not a problem with high temperature. The sensor has been replaced and there has been no further issue.

- Lambertville, MI, USA

problem #47

May 172021

F-150 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,846 miles
The contact owned a 2010 Newmar Essex RV hauling a 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. The stated that while driving at 60 mph, he was alerted by another driver that the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor, had caught fire. The contact stated that the fire started from the hood and grille assembly of the vehicle. The contact attempted to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher, but was unsuccessful. The fire engulfed both vehicles. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. A police report and fire department reports were filed. No medical attention was received however, the contact stated that his cat was injured. Both vehicles were towed to a wrecking yard and was deemed totaled by the insurance company. The vehicles will later be towed to salvage yard for the insurance company to perform an investigation. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a complaint was filed with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 45,846.

- Bigfork, MT, USA

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