Recall 17V598 affects 39 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor Super Cab trucks without moonroofs for missing roof-brace rivets. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 39 2018 F-150 Raptor Super Cab trucks without a moonroof under recall 17V598 because roof brace rivets can be missing at the roof rail attachment, reducing structural integrity. In a rollover crash, that reduced strength raises the risk of injury, and Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The roof braces on the 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor Super Cab help tie the roof structure into the roof rails. In a pickup without a moonroof, those braces support the roof opening and help the cab keep its designed strength. Rivets fasten the braces to the surrounding roof structure so the metal pieces act together instead of shifting separately.
On affected F-150 trucks, the braces were built without the required rivets at the roof rail attachment. Ford traced the problem to an automated assembly control error for this specific Raptor Super Cab configuration. Without those rivets, the brace attachment is not built as designed, which reduces the structural integrity of the roof area.
An occupant can hear a squeak or rattle from the interior roof area. That noise is the warning sign Ford identified for this defect.
Who's affected?
The build window runs from June 8, 2017, through August 21, 2017, for the body structure component in this scope.
| 2018 Ford F-150 | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 39 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced roof structural integrity increases injury risk in a rollover crash. Listen for a squeak or rattle from the interior roof area. If you hear it, schedule service soon and avoid dismissing the noise. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free roof-brace rivet installation that restores the roof-rail attachment strength.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one, and reference recall number 17V598 when you call.
- Drive with caution until the repair is complete, because reduced roof structural integrity increases injury risk in a rollover crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician installs the missing rivets for the roof brace attachments at the roof rail, restoring the brace attachment covered by this recall. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Ford excludes separate reimbursement because the original warranty program provides a free repair for this concern. If you have prior repair paperwork, ask the service desk how the warranty coverage applies to that work.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 25, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 26, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| September 26, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 16, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 16, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 17, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V598?
Recall 17V598 covers 39 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor Super Cab pickups without a moonroof. Missing rivets at the roof-rail brace attachment can reduce roof structural integrity in a rollover crash and raise injury risk. Ford dealers install the missing rivets for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 17V598. If it is included, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule installation of the roof-brace attachment rivets. Reference Ford recall number 17S29 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ford's remedy for recall 17V598 is free dealer installation of the missing rivets for the roof brace attachments.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced roof structural integrity during a rollover crash. If the roof-rail brace attachments are missing rivets, the roof structure has less support in that crash scenario, which raises injury risk. Ford's free repair adds the rivets at the dealer.
What if I bought this Ford F-150 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific F-150 is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 17V598 or Ford recall number 17S29.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V598000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V598 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V598000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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