2017 Ford F-250 Reliability ReportKeepScore 82/100 · top failure points · buy or avoid
Quick Facts · 2017 Ford F-250
- Scores 6 points below the strongest nearby year — the 2018 Ford F-250 earns a 88.
- The system most likely to surface first: 6.7l power stroke emissions system (major severity).
- Has 2 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the engine.
2017 Ford F-250: Buy or Avoid?
The 2017 Ford F-250 is a formidable heavy-duty truck, offering immense capability for those who need it, but it demands diligent maintenance to ensure its longevity. While generally robust, specific weak points, particularly with the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel, mean a thorough pre-purchase inspection and verified service history are non-negotiable for confident ownership.
Biggest Strengths
- Exceptional towing and hauling capabilities
- Robust frame and drivetrain (with proper care)
- Strong aftermarket support and parts availability
2017 Ford F-250 — Known Trouble Spots
The systems that break first on the 2017 Ford F-250. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
Safety Recalls on the 2017 Ford F-250
2 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
ENGINE
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.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
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."
What breaks on the 2017 Ford F-250?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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