Model year

2017 Ford E-350

Pickup, diesel, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Sep 3, 2017 to Jul 2, 2026.

Recall campaigns covering this model year4562 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints13Below the median 2017 pickup
Severity index15.42017 pickups average 5.5
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2017 Ford E-350 peaked in 2019, with 6 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

024620172018201962020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

31% of complaints about the 2017 Ford E-350 name steering

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Steering
4
Suspension
3
Engine and cooling
2
Electrical system
1
Driver assistance
1
Fuel system
1
Powertrain
1
Brakes
1
Structure
1
Wheels
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

4 recall campaigns cover the 2017 Ford E-350

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2017 Ford E-350
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
19V-466Jun 18, 2019Affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversedEquipment52Not stated
19V-401May 29, 2019Monitors may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversedEquipment22Not stated
19V-342May 3, 2019Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressedLighting17Part replacement
19V-205Mar 18, 2019Seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stopSeats471Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2017 Ford E-350

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

13 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jul 2, 2026Failure Jun 2, 2026Hagerstown, INEngine, Fuel/propulsion system

    Over the course of the last 3 months I have experienced different problems with the emissions on my truck. It started with replacing the sensor in the tail pipe then that led to loosing power while pulling my 25 foot goose neck trailer. On 7 different occasion I lost power while hooked up to my trailer. It happens with no warning either on hills or on a straight away. Two of the cases almost led to a wreck because semi's were following me to closely and when I lost power I immediately turned on my flashers and they were either able to get around me or lock up their brakes without hitting me. When this happens I have to coast off to the side of the road and restart the truck to get out of the way of traffic. My dealer could not diagnose the issue because the truck didn't throw a code until the 7th time. When it finally happened I was able make it into the dealership before they closed for the evening and they hooked up the laptop to check the code. This led to replacing the whole fuel system because the CP4 injection pump failed and sent metal shavings through the fuel system. Once this was all replaced the check engine light came on again just after leaving the dealership and now the EGR valve needs replaced. I took my truck to the dealership on June 2, 2026 and to this day July 2, 2026 they still have my truck and are trying to remedy the situation. We are hopeful that after replacing the EGR valve that my truck will be finished. I have also learned that Ford has replaced/ recalled certain VIN numbers for the issues I have encountered, however my truck doesn't qualify ???? How do they determine the recall protocol and is this fair to all customers. This truck is vital to my business and I have had to rent a truck from one of my customers during this month long journey to be able to preform my daily activities for my business. The dealer was gracious to give me a car to drive however a car can not pull a 25 foot goose neck trailer

    NHTSA complaint 11748039
  2. Filed Nov 11, 2024Failure Nov 5, 2024Little Rock, ARElectrical system, Adaptive cruise control, Steering

    Driving during heavy rain in Texas, vehicle lost power intermittently, causing engine failure, loss of steering, loss of braking, loss of control. This event was apparently due to BCM failure due to moisture getting to the BCM. Upon inspection by a certified Mechanic , BCM and wiring was wet. BCM also had apparent corrosion.11

    NHTSA complaint 11624618
  3. Filed Jan 14, 2023Failure Jan 13, 2023Balko, OKWheels

    FALL OF 2021 TRAVELING IN OKLAHOMA PANHANDLE PULLING TRAILER WITH LIVESTOCK THE PASSENGER REAR TIRE POPPED OFF DUE TO LUG BOLTS BREAKING. TOW TRUCK TOOK TO MCKAY FORD IN WOODWARD, OK AND THEY FIXED. JAN 14, 2023 TRAVIELING NEAR CANADIAN, TEXAS AT NIGHT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE POPPED OFF DUE TO LUG NUTS BREAKING. NOW I AM READING THAT WE ARE NOT THE ONLY ONES HAVING THIS PROBLEM. FAULTEY LUG NUTS CAUING BIG PROBLEMS. NOT SAFE

    NHTSA complaint 11501786
  4. Filed Jul 17, 2020Failure Mar 30, 2018230 milesClinton, KYUnknown or other

    MAY 3, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V342000 BRAKE LIGHT MAY RANDOMLY ILLUMINATE IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS INCORRECTLY ILLUMINATE, IT CAN CONFUSE OTHER DRIVERS, POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V342 MANUFACTURER TAYLOR MADE AMBULANCES COMPONENTS EXTERIOR LIGHTING POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED 17 SUMMARY TAYLOR MADE AMBULANCES IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2017-2018 FORD E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, AND GMC G3500-BASED AMBULANCES EQUIPPED WITH WHELEN BRAKE LIGHTS. DEPENDING ON THE SPECIFIC WIRING OF THE VEHICLE, THESE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL HAS NOT BEEN PRESSED. REMEDY TAYLOR MADE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WHELEN WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN JUNE 5, 2019. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TAYLOR MADE AMBULANCES CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-468-1310. COMPANY CLOSED, UNABLE TO DRIVE OUR AMBULANCE

    NHTSA complaint 11339999
  5. Filed May 14, 2019Failure Apr 30, 201945,000 milesBerkeley, MAEngineFire

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD E -350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AND WAS JUMP STARTED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHUTDOWN WHEN THE KEY WAS REMOVED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER GRIECO FORD (1651 NEW STATE HWY, RAYNHAM, MA 02767 (508) 219-4544) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUSTER MODULE AND INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, WHILE AT THE LOCAL DEALER THERE WAS SMOKE EMERGING FROM THE STEP WELL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11207455
  6. Filed Apr 1, 2019Failure Mar 27, 201932,000 milesBisbee, NDSteering

    WHEN DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND GO OVER A BUMP IN ROAD THE TRUCK GOES INTO A DEATH WOBBLE AND YOU NEED TO IMMEDIATELY HIT THE BRAKES AND SLOW DOWN TO ALMOST A COMPLETE STOP TO GET THE TRUCK BACK UNDER CONTROL. VERY LIFE THREATENING. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAVE HAD TO TAKE BACK TO DEALER FOR SAME REASON. THE LAST TIME THIS HAPPENED IT ALMOST THREW ME IN THE DITCH. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS SITUATION AND THERE SHOULD ABSOLUTELY BE A RECALL DONE BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED WHEN THIS HAPPENS.

    NHTSA complaint 11193234
  7. Filed Mar 25, 2019Failure Mar 15, 201936,500 milesKingsville, MOSteering, Suspension

    EXPERIENCED THE INFAMOUS FORD "DEATH WOBBLE" AFTER HITTING A ROAD DIP AT 65MPH WHILE TRAVELLING TO FL. I WAS PULLING OUR 5TH WHEEL CAMPER. I RE-EXPERIENCED IT AGAIN 15 TIMES DURING THE SAME TRIP!!! FRONT END SHAKES UNCONTROLLABLY UNTIL YOU SLOW DOWN BELOW 40, WHICH IS A HAZARD ON A FREEWAY! OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES AROUND 45-50 MPH, TOO. PLEASE HAVE FORD ISSUE A RECALL!!! I AM NOT THE ONLY OWNER EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM AND IT IS A HAZARD TO DRIVE AND HAVE IT OCCUR.

    NHTSA complaint 11191424
  8. Filed Feb 26, 2019Failure Jan 15, 201919,000 milesTrenton, MOSuspension

    WHILE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE AT HIWAY SPEED OF 60 MPH, I HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE STARTED VIBERATING VIOLENTLY IN THE FRONT END. THE STEERING WAS NEARLY UN-CONTROLLABLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY DEALERSHIP WHERE THE ORDERED A PART THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. IT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM. THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL OF VEHICLE SINCE OTHER TRUCK OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN, AND SHOULD BE PLACED ON A RECALL.

    NHTSA complaint 11182619
  9. Filed Feb 25, 2019Failure Feb 1, 201920,096 milesGarberville, CABody

    TAILGATE OPENS ON IT'S OWN WHILE DRIVING OR IN PARK IN WET WEATHER ON ANY ROAD.

    NHTSA complaint 11182400
  10. Filed Feb 18, 2019Failure Feb 7, 201921,016 milesHegins, PAService brakesCrash

    THIS VEHICLE IS USED AS AN AMBULANCE. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN TWO MAJOR ACCIDENTS, ONCE GOING FORWARD FROM A STATIONARY POSITION THROUGH OUR BUILDING GARAGE DOOR AND THE OTHER WHILE IN REVERSE TRYING TO SLOW DOWN BACKING UP AND GOING THROUGH AN INTERIOR BUILDING WALL. THE GAS AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE LOCATED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. WHEN THE DRIVER WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES HIS FOOT PRESSES DOWN ON THE THROTTLE PEDAL AT THE SAME TIME, CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO TAKE OFF. THE MORE BRAKE YOU PUSH THE MORE THROTTLE IS PRESSED. WE ALSO ON TWO OTHER OCCASIONS WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS OUTSIDE HAVE HAD THE DRIVERS WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE IN A STATIONARY POSITION SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE ALSO PRESS THE GAS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO TO A VERY HIGH RPM AS THEY SHIFTED INTO DRIVE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LAUNCH FORWARD. EACH INCIDENT THAT OCCURRED INVOLVED DIFFERENT DRIVERS. I PERSONALLY AM RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FOR THE ASSOCIATION, I MEASURED THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THESE PEDALS AS COMPARED TO OUR OTHER AMBULANCE. THE PEDALS ON THE VEHICLE IN QUESTION IS ALMOST 3/4 OF AN INCH CLOSER THAN OUR F450. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALER AFTER THE FIRST ACCIDENT AND CHECKED AND NO ISSUE WAS FOUND. ACCIDENTS OCCURRED 1/18/2018 AND 2/7/2019 *DT*JB *BF*JB

    NHTSA complaint 11180979
  11. Filed Oct 1, 2018Failure Sep 30, 20182,200 milesColumbia, MDPower train

    UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OCCURRED TWICE IN SEPTEMBER 2018. ONCE WHILE IN REVERSE; THE OTHER WHILE IN DRIVE. NO ACCIDENT OR INJURY OCCURRED. THIS IS A NEW VEHICLE. THE TRUCK WAS STATIONARY AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE IN DRIVE. I WAS SLOWLY BACKING UP IN A PARKING LOT, WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE IN REVERSE.

    NHTSA complaint 11132654
  12. Filed Sep 25, 2018Failure Sep 23, 201822,200 milesBisbee, NDSteering

    WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT THE SPEED OF 75 MPH WENT OVER A SMALL BUMP ON ROAD THAT HAD BEEN REPAIRED AND MY TRUCK WENT INTO A SEVERE FRONT END SHAKE AND WOBBLE THAT I JUST ABOUT WENT INTO THE DITCH. (SCARED TO DEATH) SLOWED DOWN TO 10 MPH AND IT STOPPED SO I SLOWLY REGAINED SPEED ONLY TO FIND THAT THE NEXT LITTLE BUMP I WENT OVER IT DONE IT AGAIN. I AM HEAR TO SAY THAT IF I HAD BEEN PULLING MY LIVING QUARTERS HORSE TRAILER I AM SURE THE OUTCOME WOULD HAVE BEEN DIFFERENT. SO I SEE OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS SAME ISSUE SO WHAT IS TAKING THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY SO LONG IN DOING A RECALL TO FIX THIS DEATH TRAP THAT WE ARE DRIVING ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS? I AM HEAR TO SAY THAT IF SOMETHING WOULD OF HAPPENED TO ME OR MY HUSBAND YOU WOULD BE HEARING FROM MY LAWYER. LETS GET THE PROBLEM FIXED BEFORE SOMEONE IS KILLED IF THEY HAVEN'T BEEN ALREADY. THIS IS THE FOURTH TIME IN THREE MONTHS THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME. THE DATE LISTED BELOW IS THE LAST TIME THIS HAPPENED WHILE ON INTERSTATE.

    NHTSA complaint 11131154
  13. Filed Sep 3, 2017Failure Mar 28, 201722 milesMishawaka, INSuspension

    WE ORDERED A 2017 WITH AN ADVERTISED GVW OF 14,500 AND GCVW OF 22,000 (E450) BUT THE MANUFACTURER SUBSTITUTED A 2018 PRODUCT WITH A GCVW OF 18,500 (E350) AND GVW OF ONLY 12,500 WHICH IN MY OPINION IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN CONSIDERING THAT MOST VEHICLES SOLD WILL LIKELY BE OVERWEIGHT WHEN IN USE AND IT CLEARLY WILL NOT MEET THE NEEDS OF WHAT WE EXPECTED TO RECEIVE. THOR IGNORES OUR CONCERNS AND HAS OFFERED NO SOLUTION AS TO HOW WE CAN SAFELY USE THIS MOTORHOME CONSIDERING IT IS BORDERLINE OVERWEIGHT WITH MINIMAL LOADING AND PASSENGERS.

    NHTSA complaint 11021294
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

23 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • SSM 54601 Feb 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keyp…
  • SSM 53040 Oct 10, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. …
  • SSM 52476 Apr 24, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Un…
  • SSM 52314 Mar 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breaking…
  • SSM 51854 Aug 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into…
  • SSM 51849 Aug 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into…
  • SAN-Vol1 I1 Jun 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical service tips and othe…
  • SSM 48130 Aug 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the gl…
  • SSM 48123 Aug 7, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA and negative batte…
  • SSM 47976 May 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignmen…
  • SSM 47850 Apr 26, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the proper diagnosis of…
  • SSM 47824 Feb 22, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2015-2017 vehicles may experience a no crank concern due to a security access key table error. When attempting to program keys or perform a parameter reset, the procedure may fail and the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool may display an erro…
  • SSM 47823 Feb 22, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Various 2013-2019 vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P264F after powertrain control module (PCM) replacement. This DTC indicates that the engine serial number (ESN) must be programmed into…
  • DOR-B8H4Z-11 Oct 2, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a percept…
  • SSM 47009 Jan 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Part…
  • SSM 46900 Nov 2, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use the Ford Integra…
  • 17B08-1 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Affected vehicle list fo 17B08 customer satisfaction program
  • 17B08 Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 17B08 concerning certain vehicles equipped with 6.8L engine. Notifying customers of potential loose crankshaft pulley bolt and recommending servce action by Ford dealer.
  • SSM 46466 Mar 16, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THE 2017 POWERTRAIN CONTROL/EMISSIONS DIAGNOSIS (PC/ED) MANUAL HAS BEEN REVISED FOR DIAGNOSING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY (ETB). FOR ALL ETB CONCERNS, THE APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT. IF A CONCERN IS INTERMITTENT …
  • SSM 46451 Mar 14, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    2009-2017 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80, 6R100, 6R140 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAVE AN UPDATED MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY OVERHAUL PROCEDURE. REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 307-01 FOR MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY (7A100) OVERHAUL PROCEDURES. NOT ALL VALVE BO…
  • SSM 46450 Mar 14, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ILLUMINATED MIL WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 AND/OR P0025. THIS MAY BE DUE TO SMALL DEBRIS CAUSING THE VCT SOLENOID TO STICK. BEFORE ATTEMPTING …
  • SSM 46266 Dec 14, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THE 2017 POWERTRAIN CONTROL/EMISSIONS DIAGNOSIS (PC/ED) MANUAL HAS BEEN REVISED FOR DIAGNOSING ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODIES (ETBS). FOR ALL ETB CONCERNS, THE APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSTIC MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE THROTTLE BODY REPLACEMENT. IF A CONCERN IS INTERMITTE…
  • TSB 16-0168 Dec 16, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SOME 2016-2017 E-SERIES 350/450 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT A TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 17-FEB-2016 MAY HAVE TRACTION CONTROL FUNCTION OR TRACTION CONTROL RELATED SYMPTOMS. VEHICLES WITHOUT A TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH ARE NOT INTENDED TO HA…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.