2017 FORD F-450 PROBLEMS

Model Trims
F-450 6.7d V8 (450 Hp) 4x4 Automatic DRW
F-450 6.7d V8 (450 Hp) Automatic DRW

Issues by Year
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Malfunction Modules
Complaints and Common Faults
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1. Door latch issues:
- Door not latching closed, fixed by dealership but malfunctioned again shortly after. Possible recall issue that was not initially addressed, potential safety hazard.
- Door not latching closed, fixed by dealership but malfunctioned again shortly after. Possible recall issue that was not initially addressed, potential safety hazard.
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2. Tailgate issues:
- Tailgate drops on its own while driving, damaging trailer and towed items. Occurred multiple times, potential safety risk for other drivers.
- Tailgate drops on its own while driving, damaging trailer and towed items. Occurred multiple times, potential safety risk for other drivers.
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3. Safety system issues:
- Air bag light warning lamp periodically illuminating, indicating defect in system. Repeated repairs done due to recurrence of malfunction, eventual denial of repair by manufacturer.
- Air bag light warning lamp periodically illuminating, indicating defect in system. Repeated repairs done due to recurrence of malfunction, eventual denial of repair by manufacturer.
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4. Driveshaft issues:
- Abnormal vibration and explosion-like sound while driving, driveshaft fracturing, detaching, and damaging other components. Manufacturer no responsibility despite potential recall relation.
- Abnormal vibration and explosion-like sound while driving, driveshaft fracturing, detaching, and damaging other components. Manufacturer no responsibility despite potential recall relation.
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5. Water leak issues:
- Water leaking into doors and interior of vehicle due to improperly installed sunroof from factory. Dealership unable to repair due to reimbursement issues. Concerns over mold, electrical issues, and fire hazard due to water damage.
- Water leaking into doors and interior of vehicle due to improperly installed sunroof from factory. Dealership unable to repair due to reimbursement issues. Concerns over mold, electrical issues, and fire hazard due to water damage.
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- F-250 Number of complaints: 10492
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- F-450 Super Duty Number of complaints: 555
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- F-550 Super Duty Number of complaints: 550
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- F-650 Super Duty Number of complaints: 43
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