2017 Ford F-150 body problems

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Body · PA

Vehicle failed Pennsylvania state safety inspection due to structural rust holes and perforation in the high-strength steel frame rails. The vehicle has only 40,000 miles and has been safely operated, indicating premature structural metallurgy failure."

Filed Oct 8, 2026 · Body, Electrical · MN

I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the hood latch sensor or electrical system on my 2017 Ford F-150, currently at 151,895 miles. On three occasions (10/3/26, 10/4/26, and 10/7/26), the "Hood Ajar" warning appeared while driving, accompanied by an audible chime, although the hood appeared securely closed. The message remains displayed until I press OK on the steering wheel. 10/3/26: The warning activated while driving. I safely pulled over, released the hood latch, inspected the hood, and closed it again. The hood had appeared properly secured. 10/4/26: The warning activated while I was descending a steep hill with no shoulder or safe place to stop. Concerned the hood could open and obstruct my windshield, I had to continue driving until reaching the bottom of the hill and finding a turnoff. Upon inspection, the hood was completely closed. 10/7/26: The warning activated again. Because the previous two inspections showed the hood was closed, I dismissed the warning without stopping. This demonstrates how repeated false warnings can cause drivers to disregard a potentially legitimate safety alert. The security alarm also intermittently activates while parked, sounding the horn and flashing the lights without an apparent cause. These malfunctions create safety concerns, including driver distraction, potentially dangerous roadside stops, and the risk that drivers may ignore a legitimate warning about an unsecured hood. My experience descending a steep hill without a safe stopping location demonstrates the hazard. The exact cause is unknown. A defective hood latch sensor, switch, or wiring is suspected. No dealership or mechanic has inspected the vehicle. The components remain installed and are available for inspection. I request that the federal safety agency investigate whether this is a recurring safety-related defect affecting Ford F-150 vehicles and whether corrective action or a recall is warranted.

Filed Aug 5, 2026 · Body, Suspension · 110,000 miles · CA · crash

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V365000 (Structure, Suspension). The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH around a bend, the rear wheels spun out, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The front end and rear then struck the center median, and the vehicle stopped in the middle of the highway. The contact had not sustained any injuries. A Police report was not filed. The contact stated that there were unknown fluids leaking from the vehicle, possibly due to the crash. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jul 20, 2026 · Body · 7,487 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated that rainwater was leaking from the headliner and caused water damage to the front seats and carpet, and there was mold inside the headliner of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, and the moon roof seals were replaced and the drainage tubes were installed, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was recently taken to a second dealer who diagnosed that the water was entering the vehicle from the rear of the ceiling. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that the mold aggravated a previous health condition. No medical treatment was required. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,487.

Filed May 14, 2026 · Body, Electrical · FL

The front driver door lock/latch actuator is failing. The driver door does not lock or unlock using the key fob or the interior power lock button. The only way to lock or unlock the door is manually with the key or by pushing/pulling the lock from inside the vehicle. This issue started shortly after we had a historic/unusual cold freeze in Florida. The vehicle is kept outside, so it was exposed to the freezing temperatures. This creates a safety and security concern because the driver door power lock system does not work properly and may prevent the door from locking or unlocking normally when needed. The issue has not yet been inspected by a dealer or independent repair shop. No warning lights or messages appeared before the failure. The component is still installed on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request.

Filed Mar 15, 2026 · Body · WI

Previous recall for my vehicle seemed to have been reported as fixed with out an actual fix. My locks/handles are getting water in them and when the weather gets below freezing it causes them not to lock. I asked one of my local dealerships to fix while I was able to see active recall on my app and they were unable to because they said the issue had to be occurring when I brought it in. Since the issue goes away when the sun warms up the lock I was unable to do so. Now when I check my app and on the federal safety agency website when I check my VIN no recalls show up.

Filed Feb 13, 2026 · Body · TN

My door get the water in it from time to time winter is the worst are door want latch or the pop open and I think its the cable like the other recall for the truck door latches its a headache and its very scary going around a curve and your door just opens up

Filed Feb 9, 2026 · Body · MO

Door latches freeze and doors will not shut.

Filed Oct 7, 2025 · Body, Transmission · IN

My 2017 Ford F-150 (VIN [XXX] ) has serious safety issues that Ford has failed to address. The 10-speed transmission has been replaced three times by Ford dealerships and still hesitates and slips between 3rd and 4th gear, annd the plate now tings especially in cold weather. The truck bed has separated from the body near the wheel wells, leaving visible gaps to the ground and causing the tailgate to malfunction. This structural separation poses a safety risk if the bed detaches or tailgate fails under load. The cam phasers have also been repaired multiple times. Ford has refused further assistance despite documented repairs. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Apr 21, 2025 · Body · HI

while installing new shocks my mechanic saw that the frame is rusted to the point of being unsafe to drive, some of the connections of the truck bed and cab we so rusted they were disconnected. there were holes 1-2" in diameter in the main frame. took the truck to local dealer which inspected it ask said the frame needed to be changed, when I asked if the truck was safe to drive the service rep did not want to answer the question, only said "frame has to be changed" I left the truck there as I did not want to sign any release of liability as felt unsafe driving the truck. I am first owner, bought the truck brand new and always maintained it and took good care of it.