2017 Ford F-150 Transmission & Powertrain Problems
NHTSA lists 539 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Ford F-150, 38% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 84,000 miles. Three related recalls cover transmission range sensor signal loss and a missing shift-linkage roll pin.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 539
- 38% of 1,437
- Crashes reported
- 10
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Median mileage
- 84,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Vehicles reportedly roll away or move on their own after being placed in park and left running with the door open.
- Owners describe the transmission unexpectedly downshifting into a low gear at highway speed, causing the rear wheels to lock up and the truck to slide.
- Some report the transmission getting stuck in a single gear at stoplights, making the truck unable to accelerate with traffic.
- A subset of complaints describe underhood fires, with smoke or flames appearing near the engine or frame shortly after driving.
- Owners tied to the transmission range sensor recall report the truck veering off the road when the transmission failed before the repair part was available.
- Some describe the transmission seizing while driving, leading to loss of control and a crash.
When 2017 Ford F-150 transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 13, 2017, latest Sep 14, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2017 Ford F-150
- NHTSA 26V237000Apr 14, 2026Transmission & Powertrain1,392,935 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into second gear.
Risk: Unexpectedly downshifting into second gear may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.
- NHTSA 18V213000Apr 4, 2018Transmission & Powertrain142 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.
Risk: Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission to make sure it has the roll pin, installing one if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S09.
- NHTSA 17V671000Oct 24, 2017Transmission & Powertrain11,783 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions. The pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission may come out, preventing the transmission from responding to movement of the shift lever.
Risk: The disconnected linkage may cause the vehicle to not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roll pin with an updated part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S36.
Transmission & Powertrain 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 2017 F-150 owners complained about transmission problems?
- NHTSA has recorded 539 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Ford F-150, which is 38% of all complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a transmission recall for the 2017 Ford F-150?
- Yes. Three recalls cover the 2017 F-150's transmission and powertrain: campaign 26V237000 for a transmission range sensor signal loss, 18V213000 for a missing roll pin in 10-speed transmissions, and 17V671000 for a shift linkage roll pin that could come out.
- At what mileage do 2017 F-150 transmission problems usually show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 84,000 miles at the time of failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2017 F-150.
- Are the transmission issues dangerous?
- NHTSA complaint data for this component on the 2017 F-150 lists 10 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries linked to reported transmission and powertrain issues.
- Is the 2017 F-150 worse than other years for transmission complaints?
- The 2017 F-150's 38% share of complaints tied to Transmission & Powertrain is similar to 2011, 2012, and 2023, but lower than 2018 (44%), 2019 (55%), and 2020 (49%).