2017 Ford F-350 SD wheels problems

Filed Jan 11, 2024 · Wheels · SD

Truck has only 70,371 mile on it and the RTM Module associated with the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) failed and must be replaced, at owners expense. The TPMS is the federal safety agency mandated safety requirement. There should be specific published performance standards and expectations. Example: it is known the sensors themselves are battery operated and have an estimated battery life of 5-7 years. The RTM module is permanently mounted to the vehicle frame/body and should carry a reasonable published life expectancy.

Filed Aug 30, 2023 · Wheels · OH

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he noticed that the rim was corroded around the valve stem, causing tire to become deflated. The contact stated that the failure had caused him to inflate the tire each time he drove the vehicle. The low tire pressure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was incompatibility with the valve stem and rim. The valve stem was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for repair, and the dealer informed the contact that the parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jun 15, 2023 · Wheels · PA

The problem is ford alum rim valve stems consistently leaking. I have had them replaced by ford, and indenpendent tire dealers. Four times now. The last time had to install spare because would not hold air more than a day while driving home. Tires go low on air every week. And need tol be filled. This is a safty hazard. I'm not the only person with this issue. Ford is in several lawsuits reguarding this issue. It is either defective rim or defective valve stems. Had them replaced and resealed by ford and in less than six months the problem comes back. I carry an air compressor to fill tires every week. Asked ford about issue cannot get a answer except replace valve stems again. At $75.00 per wheel time six tires about every six months. Can you please look into this. Thank you.

Filed Jun 6, 2023 · Wheels · 43,000 miles · IN · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and the brake pedal was depressed to gain control of the vehicle however it failed. The vehicle began bouncing and the front passenger’s side tire exploded. The contact sustained injuries to her neck but did not receive medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.

Filed May 18, 2023 · Wheels · NC

I purchased this vehicle brand new off the lot in Feb. 2018. It is a 2017. That should have been my clue. It was a good price. One week after purchase I had to have them add air to my tires as 3 out of 6 were losing air. This continued to happen frequently. They said the valve stems(TPMS) that came on the wheels were oxidizing on the rims causing corrosion and they would replace them. They eventually replaced the outside 4 wheels with new factory rims. The same problem existed. It came to the point that I was afraid to travel with vehicle as I pull horses with a heavy trailer over mountains etc... I was afraid that the air would come out, valve stem would blow out and cause me to wreck and cause injury to myself or a vehicle next to me or my precious cargo. You can see this as I only have 23,000 miles on said vehicle. It is unsafe because of that possibility and also me having to pull over anywhere in my travels to change a tire frequently on a busy highway or mountain with a trailer attached. It still keeps happening. I have to have stems replaced again and again. It's listed on the internet and ford truck forums, as many people are having the same issue. Why doesn't Ford care enough about people to replace these rims/wheels with an after market or safer, more reliable rims/wheels. It appears that the holes in these wheels are oblong and the 2 metals are not the same and this allows the the 2 unlike metals to come in contact causing the corrosion which causes the unreliable issue of air leaking which causes unsafe proper psi in tires which also causes instability. I do not feel safe. This truck has spent many days in the shop for this unsafe issue. I can get copies of all repairs made from dealership if needed. The date listed of incident is the LAST time it was taken in for wheel repairs. I picked it up last night.

Filed Aug 14, 2022 · Steering, Wheels · OH

Traveling down the road at or around 62 -65 mph and you hit a bump truck goes into a violent shake that can only be stopped by slowing down below 40 mph. You have to immediately start slowing down, and it there is someone following that isn’t paying attention it going to get us rear ended on the highway. The truck has 54,000 miles on it. Ford should own the problem.

Filed May 7, 2022 · Steering, Suspension · NC

That the intersection of 1010 and Rhodes Road 6204 Ten-Ten Rd, Apex, NC 27539.. I have been driving it and steady crossing my fingers hoping to God my tires don’t fly off and hurt somebody or kill somebody or me… I just can’t do it anymore, I have got to get the thing in the shop it’s got the death wobble and is just starting to scare me.. I love my truck I was trying to give them the benefit of the doubt but it’s definitely got a problem I honestly think it may be several different things but at any rate it needs to be fixed

Filed Jan 1, 2022 · Wheels · TX

On dual rear wheel setup. Galvanic corrosion between metal valve stem and aluminum wheel caused air to leak out resulting in an unsafe condition where unequal tire pressures between the inner tire and outer tire caused unpredictable situation under normal driving condition and would have multiplied under towing condition where added weight on tire would have decreased my response time in the event of a tire failure.

Filed Nov 9, 2021 · Wheels · 10,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while hauling various materials at various speeds, the tire pressure warning light would illuminate the instrument panel. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to the dealer where they discovered that the valve stems on each of the outside tires had caused air to leak out of the tires. The contact had several valve stems replaced on multiple occasions; however, the failure had persisted. The manufacturer had been notified of the failure on separate occasions and two cases were filed with the manufacturer. All of the valve stems were initially replaced under warranty but since the warranty had expired, the manufacturer refused to offer assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Filed May 5, 2021 · Wheels · TX

Steel valve stem in aluminum wheels develops corrosion around valve stem hole and air leaks develop. Steel wheels are fine leaks have only developed on the 4 aluminum wheels. (truck is a dually)