2017 Ford F-350 SD Back-over prevention (rear camera) Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 2%of 575 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the back-over prevention of the 2017 Ford F-350 SD, 2% of the 575 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,500 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Backup camera intermittently does not switch off when shifting into drive and moving forward, leaving a display that shows the road running backwards as you drive forwards, from there it may randomly turn bright blue, become pixelated - very distracting. Only way I've found to get it back to normal is to turn the vehicle completely off, and restart it. Yes it can be inspected, however it does happens intermittently, I can make and produce a video clip if necessary. No it hasn't been been inspected by anybody other than myself or my passengers. No there are not any warning lamps/messages/etc...”
NHTSA complaint #11437084, filed 2021-10“The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera was inoperable. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera displayed a cloudy image without a picture. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11561936, filed 2023-12, 40,000 miles“Ford trucks have a known issue of cameras fogging up with condensation. Becomes very difficult to see where you’re backing into. The condensation gets so bad you can’t see at all sometimes. These trucks are big and need the cameras to assist in and out of tight spaces or keep you from rolling over something without knowing it.”
NHTSA complaint #11472157, filed 2022-07“The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact recently returned to the dealer and was informed that the vehicle was no longer included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. …”
NHTSA complaint #11573611, filed 2024-02, 25,000 miles“The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the vehicle was idling rough. Additionally, the vehicle had smoke coming from the tailpipe and the contact smelled an abnormal odor. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) and 22V880000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11508603, filed 2023-02, 74,000 milesRelated recalls
- 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition…Covers: Ford F-350 SD 2015–2019, Lincoln MKC 2015–2019, Ford F-450 SD 2015–2019 +10 more
- 22V644000Aug 26, 2022Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the…Covers: Ford F-350 SD 2017–2020, F-250 SD 2017–2020, Lincoln Continental 2017–2020 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11030282Mar 25, 2026Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation
- 10228880Dec 19, 2022Some 2015-2023 F-150, 2017-2022 F-Super Duty, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles may exhibit dust ingress into the cabin through the doors or air extractors. This may be due to the…
Back-over prevention (rear camera): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 7% |
| 2023 | 5 | 12% |
| 2022 | 10 | 9% |
| 2021 | 5 | 5% |
| 2020 | 7 | 4% |
| 2019 | 20 | 4% |
| 2018 | 10 | 5% |
| 2017 | 14 | 2% |
| 2016 | 4 | 2% |
| 2015 | 13 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2017 Ford F-350 SD
292 complaintsSuspension
219 complaintsWheels
59 complaintsOther or unknown
52 complaintsBody and structure
45 complaintsFuel system
40 complaintsElectrical system
30 complaintsEngine
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
23 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
16 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Ford F-350 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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