2017 Ford F-150 MPG
The 2017 Ford F-150 gets 14–19 mpg in the city and 18–26 on the highway (16–22 combined), across the 20 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.7-liter turbo 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 22 mpg combined. At the other end, the 5.0-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive manages 16 mpg combined, 6 mpg less. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2016 version (21 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular · 411 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 2.7L 2WD GVWR>6649 LBS | 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 21 | Regular · 423 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular · 426 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE | 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular · 423 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 · 437 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 2WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Regular · 444 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Regular · 452 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 20 | Regular · 453 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Regular · 467 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 3.5L 2WD GVWR>7599 LBS | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Regular · 466 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 2.7L 4WD GVWR>6799 LBS | 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 22 | 19 | Regular · 467 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 465 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 4WD BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE | 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 467 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 3.5L 4WD GVWR>7599 LBS | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular · 466 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | Gasoline or E85 · 501 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 · 520 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 4WD FFV BASE PAYLOAD LT TIRE | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 · 521 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 5.0L 2WD FFV GVWR>7599 LBS | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 5.0L 4WD FFV GVWR>7599 LBS | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| F150 RAPTOR 4WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 16 | Regular · 546 g CO₂/mi |
2017 Ford F-150 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2017 Ford F-150 costs about $2,970 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (22 mpg combined), or roughly 20 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (16 mpg combined) comes to about $4,080 a year, $1,110 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2017 Ford F-150 specs
The EPA lists 4 engine choices for the 2017 Ford F-150: 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo, 5.0 L 8-cyl and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Standard Pickup Trucks" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L turbo | 6 | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 7 |
| 2.7 L turbo | 6 | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 6 |
| 5.0 L | 8 | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 5 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2017 Ford F-150 problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 1,460 owner complaints about the 2017 Ford F-150.
Power train is the most-reported area (30% of component mentions), followed by engine (17%) and electrical system (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 145 complaints a year: fewer than the 2016 (188 a year) and the 2018 (256 a year).
That ranks 7th of 17 Ford F-150 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 1,460, 42 mention a crash, 21 a fire and 26 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 558 | 30% |
| Engine | 314 | 17% |
| Unknown or other | 162 | 9% |
| Electrical system | 136 | 7% |
| Structure | 112 | 6% |
| Service brakes | 85 | 5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 70 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 66 | 4% |
| Steering | 59 | 3% |
| Wheels | 46 | 2% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 44 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 39 | 2% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 31 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 1% |
| Air bags | 23 | 1% |
| Visibility | 18 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 17 | <1% |
| Suspension | 12 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 9 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 8 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 6 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Seats | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Hello. I recently went in for fords recall regarding 2015-2017 6R80 Transmissions and their limp mode and sudden downshift issues. I got the recall done July 31st (if memory serves) But the fix did not work. …
On 10/13/2026, driving about 25 mph on a city street, my truck entered failsafe with no prior warning lamps or symptoms. …
I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the hood latch sensor or electrical system on my 2017 Ford F-150, currently at 151,895 miles. …
2017 Ford F-150 recalls
The 2017 Ford F-150 has been the subject of 17 recall campaigns, plus 1 recall of replacement equipment made for it.
The most recent, campaign 26V370000 from June 2026, concerns electrical system.
Power train accounts for 4 of the 18 campaigns, more than any other area.
26V370000 · June 9, 2026 · Electrical system
Problem: The instrument cluster may lose power after initial vehicle start-up in cold ambient temperatures. Several gauges, including the transmission gear position indicator, may not illuminate.
Risk: An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as gear position or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) software, free of charge.
17V671000 · October 24, 2017 · Power train
Problem: 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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roll pin with an updated part, free of charge.
17V599000 · September 25, 2017 · Seats, Seat belts
Problem: The seat belt anchor may not be adequately welded to the seat cushion frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages," and 207, "Seating Systems."
Risk: The seat belt buckle weld may fail, preventing the occupants from being properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger manual seat track, free of charge.
17V529000 · August 28, 2017 · Air bags
Problem: The air bag inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may rupture in the event of a crash.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge.
17V332000 · May 22, 2017 · Seats
Problem: In the event of a crash, the seat back frame may not restrain the occupant due to having inadequate welds. As such, these vehicles may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202a, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Risk: If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge.
17V053000 · January 24, 2017 · Electrical system, Power train
Problem: In these vehicles, the instrument cluster may lose power after the initial vehicle start-up in cold ambient temperatures. Several gauges, including the transmission gear position indicator, may not illuminate.
Risk: If the transmission gear position indicator fails to illuminate, the driver may be unable to tell the transmission shift position, increasing the risk of a crash or injury from unintended vehicle movement.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | F-150 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V237000 | April 14, 2026 | Power train | 2015–2017 |
| 25V236000 | April 11, 2025 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2017–2018 |
| 22V150000 | March 11, 2022 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2016–2018 |
| 21E027000 | April 12, 2021 | Suspension (equipment) | 2015–2018 |
| 20V332000 | June 8, 2020 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2014–2017 |
| 19V278000 | April 8, 2019 | Engine, Equipment | 2015–2019 |
| 18V894000 | December 18, 2018 | Engine | 2015–2019 |
| 18V568000 | August 31, 2018 | Seat belts, Structure | 2015–2018 |
| 18V213000 | April 4, 2018 | Power train | 2017–2018 |
| 17V652000 | October 16, 2017 | Latches/locks/linkages | 2015–2017 |
| 17V526000 | August 28, 2017 | Seat belts | 2015–2017 |
| 17V331000 | May 22, 2017 | Latches/locks/linkages, Structure | 2015–2017 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2017 Ford F-150; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Cab PU/RC 4x4 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Regular Cab PU/RC 4x2 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Supercab PU/EC 4x2 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Supercab PU/EC 4x4 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Crew Cab PU/CC 4x2 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Crew Cab PU/CC 4x4 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Ford F-150s can be compared fairly. Among other 2017 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2017 Ram 1500 (23 mpg) and 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 (20 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 19 | 1,538 | 118 | 8 |
| 2015 | 22 | 1,739 | 144 | 14 |
| 2016 | 21 | 2,084 | 188 | 14 |
| 2017 | 22 | 1,460 | 145 | 18 |
| 2018 | 25 | 2,325 | 256 | 19 |
| 2019 | 25 | 1,341 | 166 | 9 |
| 2020 | 24 | 739 | 105 | 11 |
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FAQ
Is the 2017 F-150 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2017 Ford F-150 has 145 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (7th most of 17 model years), 17 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 22 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2017 F-150 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (558), engine (314) and electrical system (136). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2017 F-150 have?
NHTSA lists 17 recall campaigns and 1 replacement-equipment recall. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 F-150 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 16–22 mpg combined (14–19 city, 18–26 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 F-150 per year?
About $2,970 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $4,080 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).