Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Ford F-450
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Ford F-450 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 21 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #19V401000 Back Up Camera Display Image may be Reversed NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V342000 Brake Light May Randomly Illuminate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V894000 Block Heater Cable Splice Connector May Corrode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V331000 Door may Unlatch in a Side Impact Collision NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 9 complaints
- Power Train 7 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 2 complaints
- Air Bags 1 complaint
- Engine 1 complaint
Of the 21 complaints on file, 2 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 21 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$25,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Ford F-450 shows average reliability with notable recalls for engine block heater corrosion and brake light issues. Complaints highlight structural and powertrain issues but are not overly frequent. Maintenance and monitoring are key for optimal ownership.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine block heater | 50,000–70,000 miles | $200–$600 | common |
| brake lights | 30,000–50,000 miles | $100–$300 | occasional |
| door latches | 40,000–60,000 miles | $150–$400 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Change engine oil and filter
- Inspect and replace brake pads
- Rotate tires every 10,000 miles
- Replace air filters annually
- Flush coolant system every 50,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Persistent brake light warnings
- Difficulties with door latches
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Ford F-450 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.