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P0171 on FORD F-150

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2005, 2006

What P0171 Means on Your FORD F-150

Real FORD F-150 Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Experienced sudden loss of power steering and power brakes while normal and routine driving on highway. no warning of any kind that failure was about to occur. engine ran rough, engine light warning came on after brake and steering failure and then engine shut off."

— 2005 FORD F-150 owner • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING • Filed 08/04/2007

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0171 on FORD F-150

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2005
1
2006
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0171 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026