1997 Ford Ford Truck
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Owner complaints
34 complaints2 involved a crash3 involved a fire6 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system
I was going down the road around 55 mph and had a sudden loose of power due to a spark plug blowing out of the engine and breaking a coil pack . This IS a dangerous problem and seems to be a common one with ford F150 5.4 liter triton engines ford should have a recall on this. *Tr
- Suspension
There was a recall on my 1997 toyota 4 runner. I have called the dealership several times and told that the part had to be ordered and they would call me. this has been ongoing for over 7 months. *tr
- Electrical system › Wiring
My car burn by it self, it was parked in driveway I have talk to the dealer many times and they do not want to fixed. *nm
- Structure
Speedometer in my 1997 expedition was not working causing the transmission not to shift during inclement weather because of a leak in the base of the windshield. this was due to defective seal around the windshield. also affected were the wipers and windows, door locks and running board lights.…
Speedometer in my 1997 expedition was not working causing the transmission not to shift during inclement weather because of a leak in the base of the windshield. this was due to defective seal around the windshield. also affected were the wipers and windows, door locks and running board lights. the fuse box and module had to be replaced because of this leak. This work for two service calls cost me $781.27. the ford dealership that I took my truck to for the repairs also wanted to charge me for installing a new windshield after the first try to repair the seal did not work. I refused to pay for a new windshield. they told me they replaced the windshield for me at no cost. *Jb
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Sliding side door on ford aerostar pops open even when locked. this happens while driving and encountering a mild bump in the road. over time door no longer latches closed without manually pushing shut after attempt of sliding closed.*ak
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Several months prior to the power steering pumo failing it was tooken to several shops who state that they did not hear the problem. oud whining when turning the vehicle. tempertures droped to 4 degrees in the power steering completely went out on the vehicle. Took it to the shop in they say that there are plenty of complaints about the 1997 ford windstar powersteering pump going out!*ak
- Unknown or other
The consumer was driving on a long left corner when the front wheels of the tractor slid. the driver loss control of the vehicle and struck a tree on the passenger side (1997 ford at9513). *mr *scc *nlm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
This IS the second engine failure in a year and a half. First engine went at 34000. The second engine went at 74. Dealer says engine IS out of warrenty and it;s my problem. The van IS maintained by the dealer every 3000 miles. I need to know if there are known problems with this engine that the…
This IS the second engine failure in a year and a half. First engine went at 34000. The second engine went at 74. Dealer says engine IS out of warrenty and it;s my problem. The van IS maintained by the dealer every 3000 miles. I need to know if there are known problems with this engine that the dealer IS not informing me of. I need to know if the oil pump for this engine IS defective. I need to know if ford IS responciable for an egine that brakes every 35000 miles. Has anyone else had this proplem.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
The consumer was driving a ford F-37 u-haul straight truck pulling a trailer. when he noticed smoke coming from under the truck he pulled over and tried to put it out with fire extinguisher but he could not. the vehicle burnt out resulting in property damage to the consumer, the cause of the fire was an engine oil leak in which the oil leaked onto the exhaust (ohio traffic report#10-91-594). *yh
- Tires
While driving the passenger side rear tire blewout without warning (goodyear wrangler ht XL p235/75r15). nlm
- Tires
While traveling on the mass. Tpke., at 60 mph, I experienced a very loud explosive type sound from the rear of the motorhome. I pulled over to the shoulder and determined that the inside right rear tire had separated, causing extreme damage to the motorhome storage compartment just rear of the…
While traveling on the mass. Tpke., at 60 mph, I experienced a very loud explosive type sound from the rear of the motorhome. I pulled over to the shoulder and determined that the inside right rear tire had separated, causing extreme damage to the motorhome storage compartment just rear of the axle. I contacted onstar who then notified the state police and hwy. Auth. They did arrive but were unable to stay and help as there was a massive accident elsewhere on the tpke. I have contacted both firestone and my insurance co., and both are sending complaint forms to be completed. I am very concerned about our safety as I still have six more of these tires on my vehicle. (Dot number: urb0998055 tiresize: lt22575r16)
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Idler pully broke and flew off going down the road at 65mph.the extended warranty does not cover that certain pully but covers the others,much to my surprise. Now 7 months later the tension pully breaks,now that IS a covered item with the extended warranty but now my truck IS over the mileage . I'D…
Idler pully broke and flew off going down the road at 65mph.the extended warranty does not cover that certain pully but covers the others,much to my surprise. Now 7 months later the tension pully breaks,now that IS a covered item with the extended warranty but now my truck IS over the mileage . I'D like to know if there has been others with the same problem besides myself and I have two friends that have had pulley problems. Please inform me as to whom I may be in contact with to find out if there was a recall on these pulleys.,*ak
- Exterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights › Unit · Exterior lighting › Tail lights · Tires
We rented a 15 foot ryder truck from sarasota, fl to peru, illinois in feb. 2001 & the truck was a nightmare. first of all, when my husband went to pick the truck up he noticed the right rear tire was bald and the salesman there said - don't worry about it - they'll fix it in peru" 1300 miles…
We rented a 15 foot ryder truck from sarasota, fl to peru, illinois in feb. 2001 & the truck was a nightmare. first of all, when my husband went to pick the truck up he noticed the right rear tire was bald and the salesman there said - don't worry about it - they'll fix it in peru" 1300 miles away!!! 2ND - the taillights on the truck didn't work so we had to drive at night with the emergency flashers on & 3RD the truck has a major suspension problem. we had it packed correctly - heavy appliances up front and we counter balanced a heavy item on one side with another heavy item on the other side. when we would reach 55 mph (sometimes even slower depending on road conditions) the bed ot the truck would start to rock causing the truck to almost flip over several times. we had someone in front of the truck and my mother & I were in the back of the truck so we saw it from both directions. the front tires were lifting off the ground, that's how bad the truck was rocking. my husband would have to slow to 30 - 35 mph to get the truck to stop rocking & one time nearly caused a very bad accident involving 2 semi's. there's a safe situation!!! we contacted ryder when we reached our destination (we didn't call on the road because our time schedule was too short) & they don't seem to be too worried about it. they rented the truck out within a couple of days & said it was fine, but it's not. please contact us & let us know where we need to go from here. thank you - doug & vicki rosenfelder. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
Ford mechanic discribe problem: as h.c.p. Hitching and can not correct problem. Diesel consumption has increased agreat deal went from 20mpg to 8MPG. Also have replaced the water pump seven times. was charged $100.00 one time, jan. 2001 last time water pump was changed. *Ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
My hood popped open going 65 mph on freeway. It came back on the windshield. I was able to steer onto the side.*ak
- Tires
Attorney IS writting in to report an accident due to the (workhorse lt245/75r16 tire) which experienced failure resulting in collision in which four injuries occurred, the van was used as a school bus with 11 total occupants 8 children and three adults. *mjs
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission slipping failure to pull at speeds 45 to 50 mph
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
The vehicle's driveshaft fell out onto the highway and was struck by a following vehicle. (ohio traffic crash report) *mjs
- Tires
Original tires on vehicle at time of puchase from dealership( dot number: vd1l1xa456 tire size: lt22575r16 )
- Tires
2 tires failed on the above motorhome within 2 months. There was not enough of either tire left to make a report to firestone although I did try to get them replaced under warranty. There are still 4 of the original tires on the vehicle. One tire was replaced with a firestone at a cost to me of…
2 tires failed on the above motorhome within 2 months. There was not enough of either tire left to make a report to firestone although I did try to get them replaced under warranty. There are still 4 of the original tires on the vehicle. One tire was replaced with a firestone at a cost to me of approximately $110.00 the second was of a private brand purchased in fort collins, co on a saturday afternoon for about $140.00. After my experience, I believe the firestone problm extends to 16" tires.( dot number: tire size: 225-75-r16 )
- Tires
This IS the second tire of this type to blow out. first blow out occured approximately 2 months ago at 40 mph. I bought a new tire at 6PM and dealer kept old tire. tire had been driven for approximately 2 hours straight at 55 mph in 100 degree weather. current blow out occurred after 4 hours of…
This IS the second tire of this type to blow out. first blow out occured approximately 2 months ago at 40 mph. I bought a new tire at 6PM and dealer kept old tire. tire had been driven for approximately 2 hours straight at 55 mph in 100 degree weather. current blow out occurred after 4 hours of continous driving at 60-65 mph again in 100 degree weather. both tires had less than 12,000 miles of service. approximately 1/5 of tread became delaminated from inner core and steel belts separated.( dot number: vd1l1xd237 tire size: lt22575r16 )
- Tires › Tread/belt
After market firehawk atx 31/1050/16.5 and dot # vdxbaxd084, about 18,000 miles on the tires. rear passenger tire tread separated which almost caused a crash. *ak also the second tire failed on the date shown. *yh
- Tires
The vehicle seemed to shift to the right as if I was sliding in the rain. This has happened two times. I have driven my vehicle sparingly since and at very low speeds because of my fear of overturning.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Brakes failed to stop car at a very slow speed, thursday car went through the garage, replaced brake pads and drums, due to faulty caliper
- Electrical system › Wiring · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Vehicle speed control
A broken wire at the brake terminal connector prevents the cruise control from functioning properly and no brake lights. ford will not repair this past vehicle warranty. ford has repaired this for vehicles under warranty. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 607463This bulletin mentions how some hub o-rings may be cut during the installation of the wheels.
- 607360For availability of major assemblies, please refer to the exchange program guide.
- 605359Vehicle exhibiting signs of front brake hose not aligned properly.
- 51041Verify the transaxle installed in the vehicle IS the correct model and model year for the vehicle.
- 50800Glow plug diagnostic changes.
- 50799Trucks with 7.3L engines with hard starting concern and dtc of 340, 341 or 344 may have a damaged cmp sensor.
- 50496Revised hose part# f6hz-9j291-a has been developed to replace hose that shows signs of deterioration, cracks may appear in the outer covering of the hose.
- 50495Information on servicing vehicles with fluid leak from the front axle vent. Revised cover PT# f6tz-4033-ba.
- 50476Vehicles may experience unexplained mil light codes &/or irregular shifting (A4LD). The -12a581- (95-96) or -12b637- (97) wire loom IS coming into contact w/ the center wiper access plate lwr ctr.
- 50431Information on part number for the rotunda tool that IS stated in safety recall rcl/96s48-rcl/96s99.
- 50430Clarified technical instructions for safety recall - rcl/96s54 (attachment III, dealer letter).
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