The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the doors opening while driving although they appear to be closed.
The risk
A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S33.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 17V-652 (17V652000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 17S33 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Report date | October 16, 2017 |
| Owners notified | October 12, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,101,107 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the locks & latches
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 17V-652 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,101,107 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.