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2017 Ford F-550 owner complaints

12 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle , including 2 reporting a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

engine 3 complaints shown

3 total in this category · severe · avg repair $3,100 · see engine cluster analysis →
11/22/2024 Crash ODI #11626951.0

My truck exploded on the expressway on 11-21-24 due to a manufacturer default.

08/08/2022 213,720 mi ODI #11478173.0

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-550. The contact stated that after two to three minutes after the engine was idled, a ticking noise was heard in the engine. The noise would dissipate however, a rattling noise was heard next. The contact stated works as an independent mechanic and diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the #3 cylinder had a low oil pressure and that the camshaft and follower needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 213,720.

02/11/2026 59,384 mi ODI #11717381.0

The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2017 Ford F550. The contact stated that while one of the employees was driving at highway speeds, a diesel fuel-burning odor was coming from the engine and entering the cabin of the vehicle through the A/C vents. No warning lights were illuminated. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The driver exited the vehicle and noticed oil dripping from underneath the vehicle. The driver opened the hood and noticed diesel fuel all over the engine compartment. Upon further investigation, the driver noticed that the plastic drain valve on the bottom of the water separator had cracked, and oil was spewing upwards. The driver called the company mechanic, and the mechanic went to the site of the failure. The mechanic rep

fuel system 1 complaint shown

07/25/2025 123,483 mi ODI #11676148.0

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-550. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, and the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to start as intended. Additionally, the contact stated that occasionally, when the vehicle was started, the vehicle would idle roughly. The contact used a diagnostic machine and retrieved a fault code related to the fuel pump module. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with fuel pump module failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that when the fuel pump module was removed, there were metal shavings ins

wheels 1 complaint shown

06/28/2021 ODI #11422616.0

National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (Safety Act), S571.120 Tire/Rim Selection, S5.1.2, requires the sum of the maximum load ratings of the tires fitted to the axle shall be not less than the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) of the axle system specified on the vehicle's certification label required by 49 CFR part 567. 567.77 requires any alterer of the vehicle to continue conformity with these requirements and assumes legal liability for certification under the Safety Act. The Siberian RV (see pic) is a customized off-road expedition vehicle manufactured by ProVan Industries, West Columbia South Carolina. They utilize a Ford F550 Super Duty 4x4 as the chassis and customize the RV to travel into off-grid extreme environments and road conditions. ProVan alters the standard F

powertrain 1 complaint shown

06/22/2018 24,705 mi ODI #11103422.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford f-550. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and lost power. The vehicle was towed to shults Ford (10401 perry hwy, wexford, pa) where it was diagnosed that the components connected to the driveshaft were damaged due to the driveline vibrating. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist because the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 17212000 (power train). The failure mileage was approximately 24,705.

tires 1 complaint shown

06/21/2021 ODI #11421714.0

National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (Safety Act), S571.120 Tire/Rim Selection, S5.1.2, requires the sum of the maximum load ratings of the tires fitted to the axle shall be not less than the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) of the axle system specified on the vehicle's certification label required by 49 CFR part 567. 567.77 requires any alterer of the vehicle to continue conformity with these requirements and assumes legal liability for certification under the Safety Act. The Siberian RV (see pic) is a customized off-road expedition vehicle manufactured by ProVan Industries, West Columbia South Carolina. They utilize a Ford F550 Super Duty 4x4 as the chassis and customize the RV to travel into off-grid extreme environments and road conditions. Provan alters the standar

brakes 1 complaint shown

02/28/2019 118,000 mi Crash ODI #11183253.0

Ford put a 2 rubber brake hoses with outer braided steel outer casing on the build around the a.b.s. Unit on the driver side engine compartment. One of these hoses failed instantly resulting in a low speed collision with no brakes.with no previous warning of any kind ie soft pedal etc. No kind light came on. This must be corrected before this starts happening all over the u.s.a. The truck is being repaired at an austin,tx Ford dealer with the same part that just had a catastrophic failure. The hose shows no rubbing or outside contamination ie dirt debris etc. The crash happened at about 30 MPH, and moderate braking.

steering 1 complaint shown

02/19/2018 ODI #11073606.0

From the day I took it off the lot truck pulls left and right brakes squeak vibration starts at 55mph fills like rear ended is loss truck swerves . I was driving down freeway when rear sliding window blew out from inside of cab out sounding like a gun shot or tire blew up inside the cab and blew glass all over my 4 year old in back seat . I have had this truck into Ford for a number of things but won't fix vibration or the way truck drives down the road

suspension 1 complaint shown

02/05/2021 80,000 mi ODI #11394818.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Ford f-550. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle failed to drive in a straight line. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer freeway Ford truck sales (8445 45th st, lyons, il 60534, (708) 442-9000) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

body 1 complaint shown

02/03/2026 ODI #11715341.0

The front cab over is getting loose and separating worried it will fall off, have huge water leak coming into the cab from the top through auxiliary buttons and driver side. Have been reading forums and lots of people have the same issues this is very concerning that it's not being taken seriously.

Showing 300 of 12 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Ford/F-550#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-28. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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