2017 Ford F-150 Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 120 brake complaints for the 2017 Ford F-150, 8% of all complaints for the year, with 9 crashes and 4 injuries reported. Three related brake master cylinder recalls (25V236000, 22V150000, 20V332000) cover this model year, and median mileage at failure is 26,300.
- Brakes complaints
- 120
- 8% of 1,437
- Crashes reported
- 9
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Median mileage
- 26,300 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal travels to the floor with little or no stopping power, sometimes leading to rear-end collisions at low speed.
- Brake fluid leaks from the master cylinder into the brake booster, gradually reducing braking power at stops.
- Braking effort increases while sitting at a red light or stop, requiring more pedal force to hold the vehicle.
- Vehicle rolls after starting or shifting into gear when the brake pedal unexpectedly goes soft or to the floor.
- Owners report pressing the throttle accidentally while braking, in one case resulting in a collision.
- Intermittent brake warning-related error messages appear along with stalling near stops.
When 2017 Ford F-150 brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 21, 2017, latest Sep 9, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 Ford F-150
- NHTSA 25V236000Apr 11, 2025Brakes123,611 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150.
- NHTSA 22V150000Mar 11, 2022Brakes195,864 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
- NHTSA 20V332000Jun 8, 2020Brakes292,311 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on June 30, 2020. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.
Brakes complaints by F-150 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2017 Ford F-150 have?
- NHTSA lists 120 brake complaints for the 2017 F-150, which is 8% of the 1,437 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Ford F-150?
- Yes. Three recalls cover brake master cylinder fluid leaks into the brake booster: campaigns 25V236000, 22V150000, and 20V332000.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2017 F-150?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 26,300 miles for brake-related complaints on this model year.
- Have brake issues caused crashes or injuries on the 2017 F-150?
- NHTSA records 9 crashes and 4 injuries linked to brake complaints for the 2017 F-150, with no fires reported.
- How does 2017 compare to other F-150 years for brake complaints?
- 2017 brake complaints made up 8% of total complaints, lower than 2014 (24%), 2015 (20%), and 2016 (17%), but similar to 2010 (8%) and 2021 (8%).