2017 Ford F-150 problems

General information about Ford-F-150
Overview of popular issues
Recalls list
Negative car reviews
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The Ford F-Series is a series of light-duty trucks marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor Company since the 1948 model year. The F-Series is marketed as a range of full-sized pickup trucks positioned above the midsize Ranger but below the larger Super Duty in the Ford truck lineup. Alongside the F-150 (introduced in 1975), the F-Series also includes the Super Duty series (introduced in 1999), which includes the heavier-duty F-250 through F-450 pickups, F-450/F-550 chassis cabs, and F-600/F-650/F-750 Class 6–8 commercial trucks.

History

The F-Series was first introduced in 1948 as a replacement for a previous pickup model line based on car platforms.

The most popular version of the model line is the F-150 pickup truck, currently in its fourteenth generation (introduced for the 2021 model year). From 1953 to 1983, the entry-level F-Series pickup was the 1⁄2 ton F-100. Starting in 1984, the F-150 became the entry-level. The F-150 has a long-running high-performance off-road trim level introduced for 2010, the (SVT) Raptor currently consisting of three generations. Production of the F-150 SVT Raptor ended in 2014 and it was planned to be succeeded by a new F-150 Raptor, which is based on the thirteenth and fourteenth generation F-150.

The F-Series trucks have been developed into a wide range of design configurations. Alongside medium-duty trucks and "Big Job" conventional trucks (the forerunners of the Ford L-series), the model line has been marketed as a chassis-cab truck and a panel van (a predecessor of the Ford E-Series). The F-Series has served as the platform for various full-sized Ford SUVs, including the Ford Bronco, Ford Expedition/Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Excursion. The F-Series has been marketed by its three North American brands: by Mercury as the M-Series (in Canada from 1948 to 1968), and by Lincoln in the 2000s, as the Blackwood and the later Mark LT (2010s for the latter in Mexico only).

Since 1977, the F-Series has remained the best-selling pickup truck line in the United States; it has been the best-selling vehicle overall since 1981. The F-Series has been the best-selling truck in Canada for over fifty years. As of the 2018 model year, the F-Series generated $41 billion (~$49 billion in 2023) in annual revenue for Ford. By January 2022, the F-Series models have sold over 40 million units. Currently, Ford manufactures the F-Series in four facilities in the United States.

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Common 2017 Ford F-150 problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the 2017 Ford F-150, several common problems have been reported:

Engine Stalling: Another prevalent problem with the 2017 Ford F-150 is engine stalling. While this issue has not resulted in crashes or injuries according to the NHTSA, it has caused at least three car fires, posing a potential safety risk. The concern extends to various engines available in the F-150, and the cost to fix this problem remains unknown.

Exterior Issues: The exterior of the 2017 F-150 has also raised concerns among drivers. Common complaints include problems with latches causing doors not to open, windows shattering, and paint chipping. While these issues are frustrating, they are not as severe as the interior problems.

Interior Problems: The most common and severe problems with the 2017 F-150 are related to its interior. Apart from brake failure, drivers have reported issues with the electrical system, potentially leading to the doors not opening. These interior problems have raised safety concerns and have been significant complaints among owners.

Transmission Gear Indicator Recall: A large recall was prompted by a faulty transmission gear indicator in the 2017 Ford F-150. This issue, although not directly related to safety concerns, highlights a mechanical problem that affected a significant number of vehicles.

Frozen Door Handle Latch: Owners have faced issues with frozen door handle latches, particularly in subzero temperatures. This problem could lead to doors flying open while the vehicle is in motion or getting stuck, posing safety risks. Ford issued a recall to address this issue by adding water shields over the latches.

10-Speed Transmission Problems: The 10-speed transmission in newer Ford F-150 trucks has been a source of complaints, including gear slipping, harsh shifting, jerking, acceleration problems, and loss of power. These issues have led to multiple complaints and a class-action lawsuit against Ford Motor Company.

These common problems reported by owners of the 2017 Ford F-150 highlight a range of issues affecting different aspects of the vehicle, from safety concerns like brake failure to mechanical problems with the transmission and exterior components.

Was 2017 a good year for Ford F-150?

Yes, 2017 is a great year.

We have received a lot of positive owner reviews about the truck being safe, powerful, and spacious. Reliability ratings are great with a few minor engine issues reported. Models from 2015–2016 have more complaints, and 2019 and newer models have fewer engine problems.

What is the recall on the 2017 Ford F-150 engine?

Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.

How many miles does a 2017 F-150 last?

around 200,000 to 300,000 miles

With a typical annual mileage of around 15,000 miles, Ford F-150s last around 200,000 to 300,000 miles. You might even see models around 400,000 miles on the odometer!

What year Ford F-150 is the best to buy?

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What are the problems with the 2017 Ford F-150?

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In-car Electronics. Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display. ...
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Paint And Trim.

Is 2017 a good year for Ford F-150?

Yes, 2017 is a great year.

We have received a lot of positive owner reviews about the truck being safe, powerful, and spacious.

What is the recall on the 2017 Ford f150 engine?

What years did the F-150 have engine problems?

What year F-150 has engine problems? If you want a F-150, but also want to avoid engine problems, then steer away from getting model years 2004-2008, 2010, and 2015-2017.

2017 Ford F-150 complaints

The NHTSA has received 0 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Ford F-150.

You can leave your car complaint via the special form below.

2017 Ford F-150 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 15 recalls for different components of the 2017 Ford F-150.

2022-03-11

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.

2021-04-12

Manufacturer: Tenneco Automotive
Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Summary: Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain MOOG K500359 ball joints, for aftermarket installation on 2015-2018 Ford F-150 trucks. The ball joint may have a misaligned dust boot and may be missing alignment hole and installation warning tag, which may lead to improper alignment of the ball joint.
Consequence: An incorrectly installed ball joint may cause the ball joint stud to break, which can compromise front wheel control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: DRiV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace the ball joint, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Tenneco Automotive customer service at 1-877-489-6659.

2020-06-08

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
Consequence: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on June 30, 2020. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.

2019-04-08

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: ENGINE
Summary: 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 and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.
Consequence: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.

2018-12-18

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: ENGINE
Summary: 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 causing corrosion and damage.
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 this recall is 18S45.

2018-08-31

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
Consequence: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S27.

2018-04-04

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.
Consequence: Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission to make sure it has the roll pin, installing one if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S09.

2017-10-24

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions. The pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission may come out, preventing the transmission from responding to movement of the shift lever.
Consequence: The disconnected linkage may cause the vehicle to not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roll pin with an updated part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S36.

2017-10-16

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the doors opening while driving although they appear to be closed.
Consequence: A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S33.

2017-09-25

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: SEATS
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. The seat belt anchor may not be adequately welded to the seat cushion frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages," and 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger manual seat track, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C17.

2017-08-28

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles. The air bag inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may rupture in the event of a crash.
Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S26.

2017-08-28

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250 and F-350 trucks equipped with a crew cab. The left rear inflatable seat belt buckle assembly may be inadequately attached to its mounting bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: If the left rear inflatable seat belt buckle separates from it's mounting bracket, the seat occupant may not be adequately restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing the attaching rivet as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed October 18, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C12.

2017-05-22

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Summary: 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 dealer. These accessory door handle covers may cause the doors to unlatch in a side impact collision. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
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.

2017-05-22

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism. In the event of a crash, the seat back frame may not restrain the occupant due to having inadequate welds. As such, these vehicles may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202a, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence: If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C08.

2017-01-24

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 trucks equipped with an eight-inch productivity screen. In these vehicles, the instrument cluster may lose power after the initial vehicle start-up in cold ambient temperatures. Several gauges, including the transmission gear position indicator, may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Consequence: If the transmission gear position indicator fails to illuminate, the driver may be unable to tell the transmission shift position, increasing the risk of a crash or injury from unintended vehicle movement.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C01.

Negative 2017 Ford F-150 car reviews

Garrison Feil 2025-01-27

I recently purchased a 2017 Ford Raptor that I special ordered and waited for about 8 months to receive. At first, I absolutely loved the truck! However, after putting 13,000 miles of dirt/commuting miles on it, I started hearing a loud noise when it was downshifting and climbing small hills. For some reason, it would only do it occasionally, but eventually, it started making the noise all the time. I have taken it to the dealership four times now, and it has been in the shop for a total of 25 days, but unfortunately, they have not been able to figure out what the noise is. Although I am disappointed, I will continue to go back to the dealership until they can resolve this issue. In my experience, I would suggest being cautious when considering purchasing one.
Macey Thiel 2025-01-14

Update: Hi there! Just wanted to let you know that the truck currently has 48k miles and unfortunately, there have been no changes in the clunk. Even the 2020 10 speed F150s seem to experience this issue. The biggest concern is that the 1st gen 10 speed transmission causes a clunk noise to come from the transfer case intermittently on startup. According to a Ford Field Service Engineer, this is a
Armand Nikolaus 2024-10-17

I was really excited to get my brand new F150 with the 3.5 twin turbo and ten-speed tranny. However, within a week of taking it home, I noticed significant rust on several drivetrain components and on the rear differential. I went to the dealer and asked how a brand new car could have embedded rust already on it. They said not to worry, that it's normal on all their new trucks. They referenced the rust that you see on brake pads when a vehicle sits for a long period of time, but this comparison is not accurate. The rust everywhere else simply gets much worse over time, while the rust on brake pads disappears the next time you use your brakes. I did not realize until later the document they had me sign regarding future rust issues. A knowledgeable person told me that Ford decided to lower their use of environmentally unfriendly paint, which has dramatically reduced rust protection on the metal frame and other underbody components. Two months in and there are now new spots of rust. It's really disappointing to have to deal with this on a new expensive truck. I hope Ford can address this issue soon. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Peyton Jacobs 2024-08-03

I recently bought my 2017 F150 in April of 2021 and traded in my previous vehicle for something bigger. Although I love everything about the engine (2.7L EcoBoost), the ride, and the smoothness, I have had one thing that concerned me. Whenever I approach a stop sign or red light, my vehicle tends to “jerk” or “clunk” right before coming to a stop. I can hear and feel it, and it can be more noticeable at times. I have brought it to dealerships and other shops, but unfortunately, no one has been able to replicate the issue, which can be frustrating. I hope it's not the (6 speed) transmission, but it might be the slip yoke. It would be great if Ford could address these small problems with their otherwise excellent trucks.
Ignacio Davis 2024-06-17

I recently traded in my 2017 F150 with the Ecoboost and ten-speed automatic transmission. Unfortunately, I experienced some issues with the plastic oil pan and valve cover, which required repairs. Additionally, there were several recalls for cam phasers and door latch and lock problems. While the truck drove well when it was running, I believe it would have been better suited with a V8 and six-speed transmission.

Positive 2017 Ford F-150 car reviews

Clovis Okuneva 2025-08-22

I leased a low-spec XL model to tow my 5000 lb. boat and chose one off the lot. I'm so glad the dealer ordered it with the 2.7 Ecoboost over the base engine; it's definitely worth the $995 premium. The acceleration is excellent, as well as the highway power. It's amazing that this engine is exactly half the displacement of a V-8 5.4 liter Expedition I previously leased, yet it produces 25 more horsepower and more torque. I just completed a trip of almost 3000 miles with the boat in tow, and had no problem cruising at 80 mph with ample power for passing. The reduced weight of this aluminum truck is listed at only 4400 lbs on my registration. The seats in this basic model were remarkably comfortable for both myself and my passenger for a long day of driving. I never had to alter my position to avoid discomfort, cramping, or pain. The only seats I've ever experienced that are as comfortable for all day driving are in my S class Mercedes sedan. Rear seat comfort was adequate for adult passengers for short trips. I love the Sync3 system that permits my phone's navigation system to appear on screen, but I wish Apple would allow it to work with Google Maps. I hear that Waze is being added soon, though. Also, the phone keypad won't work when the truck is in motion, which can be frustrating. I've had one problem with the truck that Ford can't seem to solve yet. On cold mornings, the rear camera won't work. As soon as the vehicle warms up, it works, and there is no problem if the temperature is above about 45 degrees.Hi there! I wanted to let you know that my dealer has been unable to fix the issue.
Arely Rodriguez 2025-08-15

I'm thrilled to report that my 2017 Lariet is still going strong after four years and 57,000 miles! It drives like it's brand new and I've never had a single issue with it. I've even hauled trailers across the country twice with ease. The ride is just as smooth as the day I bought it. This was my first Ford product and I can't believe I never considered a Ford before. I was specifically looking for a full-size truck with blind spot monitors and Ford was the only brand offering that option at the time. I have absolutely no regrets and plan to keep this truck for many years to come!
Gavin Renner 2025-08-05

I've owned this truck for 3 months and have put 4K miles on it since purchasing it as a low mile (5K) CPO truck. I purchased it hoping for better MPG than my 2014 F150 supercrew 4X4 with 5.0 which had averaged 18.7 over the 57K miles I had driven since purchasing it new in Jan. of 2015. I'm happy to say that I've not been disappointed! I'm currently averaging 23.4mpg overall for 4K since purchase, with my best tank being 25.5mpg (manually calculated) and my best trip (215 miles) with several stops at flea markets along the way being 28.0 mpg. I did make one short trip of 40 miles where I think I forgot to start the engine as I got 33.3 mpg! The only complaint I have is that it's a bit more squirrly riding than my 2014 F150 supercrew 4X4 and the steering is a bit too light at highway speeds. I attribute that to the fact that it is a 4X2, the body is aluminum, and it's got 20
Orland Bode 2025-08-02

I've owned 5 Cadillac Escalades in the past - 2 EXT's and 3 ESV's. While they certainly look great and have a decent ride, I have to say that my Platinum F150 beats them in every category except for looks. Unfortunately, I had to take my Caddys to the shop constantly for all sorts of problems, big and small. However, after a year of owning my F150, it has only needed oil changes and a minor repair for the rear window. I even took my neighbor, who is in his 70's and drives a Lexus LX570, to a football game two hours away and he said that the F150 Platinum was the best riding vehicle he has ever been in. The second row seats have a lot more room than the Cadillac ESV, and even my wife, who drives a Lexus SUV, secretly likes the F150 Platinum.
Michael Fay 2025-07-20

I'm thrilled to share my experience with my new F-150 XLT Supercrew 4x4! After owning it for 18,000 miles, I can confidently say that I'm very impressed. The 3.5L Ecoboost engine and 10-speed automatic transmission (although the tool only lets me enter the review under 6-speed) with 3.55 gears make this truck truly shine. The powertrain is amazing and the truck is deceptively fast. I love how the 10-speed shifts far smoother than my old 6-speed, and it always seems to be in the perfect gear. Towing my 4,500 lb. boat is no problem at all, and the truck doesn't seem to strain even while accelerating up long hills at 70+ mph. The Sync 3 system is a huge upgrade over MyFord Touch, and it is really intuitive. The cab is huge, backseat is comfortable for adults, and there's plenty of storage. I'm also happy to report that fuel economy has improved as the engine has broken in. I average over 19mpg in mostly city driving and plenty of idling during the cold winter starts (I always disable the auto stop/start feature). I have gotten 23 mpg during highway trips. Although I have two critiques, I still love my truck. The front seats are a little firmer and less comfortable than the seats in my 2009 F-150, but they are still comfortable. The other critique is that the ride can be a little jittery on rough roads when unloaded. It is still an acceptable ride quality, but I wish Ford would offer a soft ride option for those who don't need to tow 12,000 pounds (I will never tow more than 7,000). Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase and would highly recommend the F-150 XLT Supercrew 4x4 to anyone in the market for a new truck!Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my F-150. I've had it for 3 years and 36,000 miles now and I still love it! The performance and efficiency are unmatched by the competition. I've driven cross country with 5 adults and a dog, hauled construction debris, and pulled my boat to the lake with ease. It does everything well! I did have a few issues with frozen door latches and a warped dash, but Ford took care of it under warranty. The factory tires from Hankook needed replacement after less than 30k miles due to terrible lack of traction in snow and ice, but I went with Continental Terrain Contact and love them! I struggled a bit with updating the sync and nav system, but eventually figured it out. Overall, I believe this is the best truck on the market and have convinced 3 of my friends to buy F-150's as well. If you're considering this vehicle, you won't be disappointed! Thanks for reading.Looking at the price of a new replacement, I think you got a great deal on this truck! It sounds like you plan to keep it for several more years, which is fantastic.

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Considering 2017 Ford F-150: problems to look for? | Bob Is The Oil ...

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2017 Ford F-150 Marred By 14 Recalls, Corroded Lug Nuts ...

https://www.vehiclehistory.com/articles/2017-ford-f-150-problems-and-recalls

Sep 15, 2021 ... The cam phasers–which are part of the engine's variable valve timing system–on the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 and 5.0-liter V8 models have also been ...

Reliability experience from 2017+ F150 owners - Ford F150 Forum ...

https://www.f150forum.com/f118/reliability-experience-2017-f150-owners-466243/

Jan 11, 2020 ... The 2.7 has exceptional power, efficiency, and has been the least problematic. Higher trim levels aren't dramatically worse reliability wise, ...