Is the 2017 Ford F-350 SD reliable?

The 2017 Ford F-350 SD has 118 complaints filed with NHTSA (4.5x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: STEERING problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Ford F-350 SD?

Top problems: STEERING (26 complaints, avg repair $500); SUSPENSION (18 complaints, avg repair $500); FUEL SYSTEM (13 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Ford F-350 SD?

Yes, there are 14 recall(s): STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS, STEERING, ENGINE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH, SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER, SEATS, SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Contact any Ford dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Ford F-350 SD?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Ford F-350 SD is approximately $1,607/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Ford F-350 SD

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Ford F-350 SD has 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 4.5x the segment average of 26. The most common issue is steering problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2017 ford f-350 sd. the contact stated that the vehicle had an extensive "death wobble", which caused it to be unstable when driving over 70 mph. the contact had to apply extreme force to the steering wheel to maneuver the vehicle. the dealer (sioux falls ford, 4901 w 26th st,. There are 14 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 3 crash reports 1 injury

118

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

4.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

STEERING

26 complaints

22%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN EXTENSIVE "DEATH WOBBLE", WHICH CAUSED IT TO BE UNSTABLE WHEN DRIVING OVER 70 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (SIOUX FALLS FORD, 4901 W 26TH ST,
• 2017 FORD F-350 SUPER DUTY WITH 28,000 MILES. THE TRUCK IS EXPERIENCING A SEVERE WOBBLE/SHAKING IN THE STEERING AROUND 70MPH. IT FEELS LIKE THERE IS A BLOWN FRONT TIRE. THE TRUCK MUST BE IMMEDIATELY PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE STEERING APPEARS FINE ONCE DRIVING IS RESUMED. THIS IS AN EX
• DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45MPH OR GREATER, THE VEHICLES FRONT TWO WHEELS AND STEERING WHEEL WILL WOBBLE OR OSCILLATE RAPIDLY AFTER HITTING A POT HOLE OR EXPANSION JOINT. THE WOBBLING JARS THE STEERING WHEEL AND MAKES THE VEHICLE HARD TO CONTROL. BREAKS MUST BE APPLIED AND SPEED REDUCED BY 5 TO 20 MP

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN EXTENSIVE "DEATH WOBBLE", WHICH CAUSED IT TO BE UNSTABLE WHEN DRIVING OVER 70 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (SIOUX FALLS FORD, 4901 W 26TH ST,”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Ford F-350 SD

Based on 57 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 24K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 23K mi · 18 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SUSPENSION

In line with typicalmedian 26K mi · 13 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

In line with typicalmedian 24K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 5K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (14)

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS11/12/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab vehicles with carpet flooring. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.

Risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the B-Pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S52.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Ford F-350 SD

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,607

Full coverage / month

$134

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-4%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1607

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford F-350 SD Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2017 F-350 SD, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 118 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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STEERING: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN EXTENSIVE "DEATH WOBBLE", WHICH CAUSED IT TO BE UNSTABLE WHEN DRIVING OVER 70 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (SIOUX FALLS FORD, 4901 W 26TH ST,
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SUSPENSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD AN EXTENSIVE "DEATH WOBBLE", WHICH CAUSED IT TO BE UNSTABLE WHEN DRIVING OVER 70 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (SIOUX FALLS FORD, 4901 W 26TH ST,
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: 2017 Ford F350 Superduty 6.7L diesel will intermittently surge/buck while towing uphill under load causing loss of power and creating unsafe driving situation. When it happens I’ve also observed electrical power loss to OBD-II port where I have accessory guage installed to monitor critical truck sys
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: I WENT TO PICK UP MY TRAILER IN MY BRAND NEW (1000 MILES) 2017 FORD 350 SUPER DUTY TRUCK. I WAS UNABLE TO ATTACH MY EXISTING STANDARD TRAVEL TRAILER SAFETY CHAINS TO THE TRUCK PROPERLY. THE 2017 FORD SUPER DUTY 2 1/2" 15K HITCH SIMPLY DOES NOT ALLOW THE PROPER CONNECTION OF ANY STANDARD TRAVEL T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 14 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)