2017 Ford Flex suspension problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2017 Ford Flex — 31% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Subject: Request for Review: 2017 Ford Flex Rear Suspension Toe Link Failure Outside Recall VIN Range To: NHTSA I am writing to formally request a review and consideration of my vehicle's eligibility for RECALL 20V072000 (Ford Recall 20S04), which addresses rear suspension toe link fractures on…”
filed Jul 10, 2025
“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started wobbling. The contact then stated that the vehicle suddenly changed and drove as if the vehicle was merging, while intending to drive straight. The stability track warning light…”
filed Apr 18, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspensionCampaign 20V072000 · Feb 10, 2020
Suspension problems in other Flex years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Flex | 5 | 2% |
| 2018 Flex | 9 | 15% |
| 2016 Flex | 10 | 11% |
| 2015 Flex | 7 | 7% |
| 2014 Flex | 26 | 10% |
| 2013 Flex | 17 | 3% |
| 2012 Flex | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 Flex | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 Flex | 5 | 4% |
| 2009 Flex | 9 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Ford Flex
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.