How many steering complaints does the 2017 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 59 steering complaints for the 2017 F-150, which is about 4% of the 1,437 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2017 Ford F-150?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the steering complaints on the 2017 F-150.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2017 F-150?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 F-150 is 30,500 miles.

Did the 2017 F-150 steering complaints involve crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the 59 steering complaints for the 2017 F-150.

How does the 2017 F-150 compare to other years for steering complaints?

The 2017 F-150 had 59 steering complaints (4% share), lower than 2011's 419 complaints (19% share) and 2012's 204 complaints (11% share), among the years listed.

2017 Ford F-150 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 59 steering complaints for the 2017 Ford F-150, about 4% of the 1,437 total complaints filed for this model year. No related recall exists for this issue. Median mileage at failure was 30,500 miles, with 2 crashes and 1 injury reported.

Steering complaints: 59; 4% of 1,437
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 30,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners describe the 4x4 IWE system randomly engaging, producing metal-grinding sounds and steering that locks or resists turning.
Steering wheel jerks or feels like a blowout when passing over rough patches of highway at speed.
Drivers report erratic, inconsistent steering effort that alternates between wandering and unusually hard resistance, requiring extra effort to stay in lane.
Steering pulls suddenly to one side while cornering on hills or curves, forcing an overcorrection to stay in the lane.
Electronic power steering loses assist briefly when the auto-start-stop feature restarts the engine, making the wheel hard or impossible to turn at intersections.
Front end and steering wheel shake violently at highway speed after hitting a bump, described as a 'death wobble' that persists until slowing below 50 mph.

When 2017 Ford F-150 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 4, 2017, latest Sep 11, 2026.

59 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2017 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2018 (4).

Steering recalls for the 2017 Ford F-150

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by F-150 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201048 (6%)
2011419 (19%)
2012204 (11%)
2013216 (7%)
2014159 (10%)
201583 (5%)
201664 (3%)
201759 (4%)
201883 (4%)
201921 (2%)
20208 (1%)
202141 (4%)
20229 (2%)
202316 (4%)
20244 (2%)
20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2017 Ford F-150 have?: NHTSA lists 59 steering complaints for the 2017 F-150, which is about 4% of the 1,437 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2017 Ford F-150?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the steering complaints on the 2017 F-150.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2017 F-150?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 F-150 is 30,500 miles.
Did the 2017 F-150 steering complaints involve crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the 59 steering complaints for the 2017 F-150.
How does the 2017 F-150 compare to other years for steering complaints?: The 2017 F-150 had 59 steering complaints (4% share), lower than 2011's 419 complaints (19% share) and 2012's 204 complaints (11% share), among the years listed.