2017 Ford F-150: Sudden loss of brakes
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 F-150 report: sudden loss of brakes. CarComplaints.com lists 9 owner complaints, average mileage 17,750 miles.
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints for the 2017 F-150 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768976 (filed 10/05/2026): “The contact owns a 2017 ford f-150. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 25v236000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that parts for the recall repair was on back order. the manufacturer …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11763091 (filed 09/09/2026): “The contact owns a 2017 ford f-150. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the contact attempted to stop the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to stop as needed and the braking distance became extended. additionally, the brake pedal was firm while depress…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replaced master cylinder (5 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Pads and rotors are a common DIY job with hand tools and a jack; ABS/hydraulic faults need a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $360 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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