1997 FORD EXPLORER Seats Problems
15 NHTSA complaints on file
Seats Issues in the 1997 FORD EXPLORER
15 seats complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 FORD EXPLORER. Of these, 2 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 3 resulted in injury.
15
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
All Seats Complaints
THE DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT WILL NOT ENGAGE TO THE LOCK POSITION.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 FORD EXPLORER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BOLTS FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE SEATS TO SEPARATE FROM THE FRAME. THE BOLTS WERE REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES; HOWEVER THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 03V281000 (SEATS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE AS 330,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 FORD EXPLORER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF HIS VEHICLE AND THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN. THE CONTACT RECEIVED INJURIES TO THE SHOULDER AND NECK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE DRIVER SEAT. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE SEAT WAS DETACHED FROM THE BASE AND CAUSED THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 100,000. UPDATED 06/01/11*LJ UPDATED 1/19/2012 *LN *TR
NHTSA# 03-V-281-000 ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HIGH BACK SEAT, THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM TO THE SEAT BACK FRAME, COULD FRACTURE. THE CONSUMER HAS THE SAME PROBLEM. *PH
WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT,VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER SUV GOING APPROXIMATELY 60MPH. THE BACK SUPPORT FOR THE DRIVERS SEAT APPARENTLY BROKE AS A RESULT OF THE IMPACT AND WENT TO A FULLY RECLINED POSITION,PROVIDING NO SUPPORT. AS A RESULT, MY WIFE SUSTAINED NECK AND LOWER BACK INJURIES (HERNIATED DISKS) AMONG OTHER INJURIES. HAVE ANY OTHER PROBLEMS BEEN REPORTED REGARDING THE SEAT FAILING TO HOLD UP AND PROVIDE PROPER SUPPORT DURING A SEVERE REAR END COLLISION?*AK
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WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT LEANS FROM SIDE TO SIDE. TOOK TO FORD, AND THEY WELDED DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT. *AK CONSUMER IS ASKING FOR REFUND. *YH
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HOLES IN THE SEAT AND THE LEVER IS BROKEN. *SLC
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NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK
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FRONT SEAT TRACK FAILED.
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ADJUSTMENT HANDLE SNAPPED OFF OF SEAT.
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WHILE DRIVING AND APPLYING GAS THE DRIVER'S SEAT ROCKS BACK AND FORTH. ALSO, WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE SEAT ROCKS FORWARD. DEALER WAS CONTACTED. *AK
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REAR SEATS NOT DESIGNED TO LOCK DOWN.
#531647
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FLAW IN SEAT COVER.
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CHILD GOT HAND STUCK IN SEAT WHILE PLAYING WITH THE CONTROL BUTTONS, THE CHILD SUSTAINED INJURIES DUE TO FAILURE.
#817624
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WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE CUT COMPLETELY OFF. DEALER REPLACED ENGINE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT AFTER ENGINE REPLACEMENT, OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY FAILED AND THEN OIL WAS LEAKING AGAIN AFTER THAT WAS REPLACED, DEALER HAS AGREED TO REPLACE CONSUMER'S EXPLORERE WITH A 1998 MODEL. RACK AND STEERING WAS REPLACED, DUE TO LOST FLUID IN FRONT END. SEAT BRACKET FAILED. *SLC
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396 complaints
Tires
332 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control
121 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
77 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
74 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
60 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
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Power Trainautomatic Transmission
38 complaints
Suspension
38 complaints
Unknown Or Other
36 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
35 complaints
Suspensionfront
33 complaints
Electrical System
28 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
25 complaints
Tiressidewall
25 complaints
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
21 complaints
Structurebodydoor
21 complaints
Air Bagsfrontal
19 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
19 complaints
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
16 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
16 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
16 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
15 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
14 complaints
Seat Belts
14 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
14 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
13 complaints
Electrical Systemignition
12 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
12 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
12 complaints
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
12 complaints
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
12 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
10 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
10 complaints
Steering
10 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
9 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
9 complaints
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
9 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
8 complaints
Fuel System Gasoline
8 complaints
Power Train
8 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulic
8 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
8 complaints
Structure
8 complaints
Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar
8 complaints
Suspensionrear
8 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
8 complaints
Visibilitywindshield
8 complaints
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
8 complaints
Air Bags
7 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
7 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
7 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlights
7 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
7 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
7 complaints
Structurebody
7 complaints
Visibility
7 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
7 complaints
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
7 complaints
Wheels
7 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
6 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
6 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
6 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
6 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
6 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
6 complaints
Steeringrack And Pinion
6 complaints
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
6 complaints
Electrical Systemwiring
5 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
5 complaints
Equipment
5 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
5 complaints
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
5 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assembly
5 complaints
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
5 complaints
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
5 complaints
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
5 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
5 complaints
Engine
4 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
4 complaints
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
4 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
4 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
4 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
4 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
4 complaints
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
4 complaints
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
3 complaints
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
3 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
3 complaints
Equipmentelectrical
3 complaints
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
3 complaints
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
3 complaints
Latcheslockslinkages
3 complaints
Parking Brake
3 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
3 complaints
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
3 complaints
Power Trainmanual Transmission
3 complaints
Seat Beltsrearother
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
3 complaints
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
3 complaints
Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments
3 complaints
Structureframe And Members
3 complaints
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
3 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
3 complaints
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
3 complaints
Electrical Systemhorn
2 complaints
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
2 complaints
Electronic Stability Control Esc
2 complaints
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
2 complaints
Equipmentotherlabels
2 complaints
Exterior Lighting
2 complaints
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
2 complaints
Fuel System Other
2 complaints
Interior Lighting
2 complaints
Parking Brakeconventional
2 complaints
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable
2 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
2 complaints
Power Trainclutch Assembly
2 complaints
Power Traindriveline
2 complaints
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
2 complaints
Seat Beltsfront
2 complaints
Seatsmidrear Assembly
2 complaints
Service Brakes
2 complaints
Service Brakes Airantilock
2 complaints
Service Brakes Airantilockwheel Speed Sensor
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
2 complaints
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
2 complaints
Structurebodytailgate
2 complaints
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
2 complaints
Suspensionrearspringsair Suspension System
2 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
2 complaints
Wheelshubcapcover
2 complaints
Air Bagssidewindow
1 complaint
Child Seat
1 complaint
Child Seathandle Infant
1 complaint
Child Seatharness Buckleinfant
1 complaint
Child Seatshield Assembly
1 complaint
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
1 complaint
Electrical System12v24v48v Batterycables
1 complaint
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
1 complaint
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
1 complaint
Equipment Adaptivemobility
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingback Up Lights
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingback Up Lightsswitch
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingfog Lights
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
1 complaint
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airdrumshoeslinings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Electric
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
1 complaint
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
1 complaint
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
1 complaint
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
1 complaint
Steeringlinkagesrodrelayconnecting
1 complaint
Structurebodybumpers
1 complaint
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut
1 complaint
Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachments
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
1 complaint
Suspensionmultiple Axle
1 complaint
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
1 complaint
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly
1 complaint
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1 complaint
Tiresvalve
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Controlsprings
1 complaint
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
1 complaint
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Window
1 complaint
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
1 complaint
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
1 complaint
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
1 complaint
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
1 complaint