Recall 17V212000: 2017 Ford F-450 SD, 2017 Ford F-550 SD
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 27, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 509
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-450 and F-550 Superduty vehicles. Operating the vehicle at highway speeds may cause the driveline to vibrate and fracture the driveline components or the transmission.
The risk
If the driveline or transmission fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft and two center bearing brackets, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford recall number 17S08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V212000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17S08
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Owner letters
- May 18, 2017
- Components
- Power train:driveline (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology