2017 Ford F-150 — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2017 Ford F-150

Owners praise the 2017 F-150's 5.0L V8 engine for strong towing power (up to 13,200 pounds) without the complexity of the newer EcoBoost turbo engines that were still glitchy that year. The 10-speed automatic transmission paired with this V8 shifts smoothly on highway drives. SuperCrew cab buyers love the spacious rear seats for hauling kids to soccer games. The truck's bed camera and integrated trailer backup guide make parking in tight spots manageable even for new drivers.

Common complaints and known issues

The 2017 model year suffered from early transmission issues, particularly with the 10-speed automatic slipping or hunting between gears between 40k and 80k miles—Ford issued recalls but many owners still report jerky shifts. Infotainment screen freezing or going black while driving has been logged in NHTSA complaints as a distraction hazard. Paint peeling on the hood and roof panels appears around 50k miles in humid climates, especially on silver and gray trucks. Door latch failures causing doors to open while driving showed up starting around 60k miles on some 2017s.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $28,000–$38,000. 80k–120k miles: $22,000–$30,000. Over 120k miles: $16,000–$24,000. Pricing spreads depend heavily on trim (Regular Cab versus SuperCrew) and engine choice (5.0L V8 commands higher value than 2.7L EcoBoost due to reliability perception). Clean CarFax and recent transmission work or full recall completion can add $2,000–$4,000 to asking price.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.