1997 FORD F-150 Equipment Problems
7 NHTSA complaints on file
Equipment Issues in the 1997 FORD F-150
7 equipment complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 FORD F-150. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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Complaints
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Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
All Equipment Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED A LOUD, ABNORMAL NOISE WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS 5 MPH AND ABOVE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE SPARE TIRE WAS FRACTURED FROM THE HARNESS AND A CABLE WAS ALSO FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED BY A DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE AND HE CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 84,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THE CABLE HOLDING THE SPARE TIRE BROKE WHILE DRIVING. THE SPARE TIRE FELL TO THE GROUND. UPDATED 01/19/12
ON JANUARY 8, 2011, 1997 FORD F150 XLT LARIAT BURNED AND TOTALLY DESTROYED OUR HOME AND TOYOTA TACOMA IN CARPORT.FIRE MARSHALL AND FIREMEN STATED APPEARED TO ORIGINATE FROM F150 IN CARPORT. FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR FROM STATE FARM (REPRESENTATIVES FROM FORD PRESENT AFTER DEMAND FROM STATE FARM) STATED FIRE STARTED BY DEFECTIVE CRUISE CONTROL COMPONENT (CONFIRMED BY X-RAY) AFTER LOCATING IN DEBRI UNDER VEHICLE. FORD ACTED AS IF THEY COULD CARE LESS - GUESS NOT SINCE NOT EVEN AN APPOLOGY FOR OUR LOSS AS MUCH CANNOT BE REPLACED. STATE FARM NOW IN THE PROCESS OF SUING FORD TO RECOOP THEIR LOSS. WE WERE NEVER NOTIFIED BY FORD OF THIS DEFECT AND NEARLY LOST OUR LIVES. *TT
I SAW THE NOTICE ON THE F-150'S. I JUST CALLED FORD LAST WEEK RE: THIS SAME THING. THEY TOLD ME DUE TO AGE AND MILES ON VEHICLE THEY COULD DO NOTHING. IT BECAME LOOSE AND HANGING WHILE POURING GAS ALL OVER THE EXPRESSWAY ON SEPT 3RD. I WAS VERY DISSATISFIED WITH THEIR RESPONSE, AS I DON'T FEEL THIS SHOULD BE AN ISSUE ANYONE NEEDS TO WORRY ABOUT. MY CASE NUMBER WITH THEM IS [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
GAS PEDAL IS STICKING WIDE OPEN EVEN IF NOT PRESSED TO FULL THROTTLE WHEN YOU TAP BRAKE PEDAL OR THE OFF SWITCH FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL IT RELEASES THE ACCELERATOR. DOES THIS NO MATTER IF CRUISE CONTROL IS OFF OR ON. TRUCK HAS BEEN IN AND REPAIRED FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL STARTING FIRES. BUT NOW CRUISE CONTROL IS NOT DEACTIVATING. HAS DONE THIS 11 TIMES SO FAR. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 FORD F-150. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BOUNCED OFF THE GROUND FOR APPROXIMATELY THREE SECONDS. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE SPARE TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CABLE TO THE SPARE TIRE HOLDER WAS CORRODED AND CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE SPARE TIRE HOLDER WAS REPLACED. THERE WERE NO DAMAGES. THE VIN, ENGINE SIZE, AND NUMBER OF CYLINDERS WERE UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 156,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 176,000.
1997-F-150 SUPER CAB WITH FACTORY INSTALLED REAR SLIDING WINDOW. THE WINDOW HAS FLOWED WATER/RAIN EVERY TIME. IT SEEMS TO BE COMING IN AROUND THE SEAL WHERE IT MEETS THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. I HAVE TALKED WITH OTHER 97 F-150 OWNERS AND THE SAME THING WAS HAPPENING TO THEIR TRUCKS. ISN'T THERE SOMETHING THAT CAN BE DONE? *AK
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1ST SERVICE AT 3000 MILEAGE-A/C LEAKED TWICE; LATER - ALIGNMENT AT THE BACK (BED) AREA WAS CROOCKED DUE TO SHOCKS; BUILT-IN FLOOR MATS ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT WHEN THE GAS PEDAL BECAME STUCK TO THE THE FLOOR MAT WHILE DRIVING; LASTLY,POWER STEERING WHEEL LOCKED ITSELF WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD AND WAS UNABLE TO MANUEVER/CONTROL THE PICK-UP'S STEERING WHEELS; JOETEN REPRESENTATIVES CONCLUDED THAT POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED/BROKE.
Other 1997 FORD F-150 Problem Areas
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
198 complaints
Tires
168 complaints
Structurebodydoor
164 complaints
Fuel System Gasoline
155 complaints
Tirestreadbelt
137 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
136 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
128 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
111 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control
101 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
90 complaints
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
88 complaints
Electrical System
81 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
70 complaints
Air Bagsfrontal
69 complaints
Unknown Or Other
48 complaints
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
47 complaints
Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar
42 complaints
Visibilityglass Siderear
41 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
40 complaints
Steering
40 complaints
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
39 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
38 complaints
Suspensionfront
36 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
33 complaints
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
33 complaints
Steeringlinkages
32 complaints
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly
32 complaints
Structurebody
31 complaints
Visibilitywindshield
28 complaints
Air Bags
27 complaints
Suspension
27 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
27 complaints
Electrical Systemwiring
26 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblymounting
25 complaints
Interior Lighting
23 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
23 complaints
Structureframe And Members
23 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
22 complaints
Suspensionrear
22 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
19 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
16 complaints
Engine
15 complaints
Fuelpropulsion System
15 complaints
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
15 complaints
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
15 complaints
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
15 complaints
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
15 complaints
Wheels
15 complaints
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
14 complaints
Electrical Systemignition
13 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
13 complaints
Fuel System Other
13 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
13 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
13 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
12 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assembly
12 complaints
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assemblyleaf
12 complaints
Power Train
11 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulic
11 complaints
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
11 complaints
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
10 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
10 complaints
Tiressidewall
10 complaints
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
9 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
9 complaints
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
9 complaints
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
8 complaints
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
8 complaints
Seat Belts
8 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
8 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
8 complaints
Service Brakes
8 complaints
Structure
8 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
8 complaints
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
7 complaints
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
7 complaints
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
7 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
7 complaints
Wheelsrim
7 complaints
Exterior Lighting
6 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
6 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
6 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
6 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
6 complaints
Power Trainclutch Assembly
6 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
6 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
6 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
6 complaints
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
5 complaints
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
5 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
5 complaints
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
5 complaints
Visibility
5 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
5 complaints
Electrical Systemhorn
4 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
4 complaints
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
4 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
4 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
4 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
4 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
4 complaints
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
4 complaints
Power Trainmanual Transmission
4 complaints
Seat Beltsfront
4 complaints
Seats
4 complaints
Steeringcolumn
4 complaints
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
4 complaints
Wheelshub
4 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
3 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
3 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlights
3 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
3 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
3 complaints
Latcheslockslinkages
3 complaints
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
3 complaints
Parking Brake
3 complaints
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
3 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
3 complaints
Power Traindrivelineuniversal Joint
3 complaints
Service Brakes Airantilock
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
3 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
3 complaints
Steeringgear Boxshaft Pitman
3 complaints
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
3 complaints
Steeringrack And Pinion
3 complaints
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
3 complaints
Suspensionfrontspringsleaf Spring Assembly
3 complaints
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
3 complaints
Tiresbead
3 complaints
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
3 complaints
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
3 complaints
Wheelsmulti Piece
3 complaints
Air Bagson Off Switch Assembly
2 complaints
Child Seat
2 complaints
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
2 complaints
Electronic Stability Control Esc
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
2 complaints
Equipmentelectrical
2 complaints
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer
2 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
2 complaints
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
2 complaints
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
2 complaints
Fuel System Gasolinestorageauxillary Tank
2 complaints
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assembly
2 complaints
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
2 complaints
Power Trainaxle Assemblybanjo Housing
2 complaints
Power Trainaxle Hubs
2 complaints
Power Traindriveline
2 complaints
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
2 complaints
Service Brakes Airantilockinterconnecting Assemblywiring
2 complaints
Service Brakes Electric
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfluid
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
2 complaints
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
2 complaints
Suspensionfrontspringsair Suspensionspringsbags
2 complaints
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
2 complaints
Trailer Hitches
2 complaints
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
2 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
2 complaints
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
2 complaints
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
1 complaint
Air Bagssidewindow
1 complaint
Electrical System12v24v48v Batterycables
1 complaint
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
1 complaint
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
1 complaint
Electrical Systemwiring Rear Compartmenttrunk
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
1 complaint
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcrankcase Pcv
1 complaint
Equipment Adaptivemobility
1 complaint
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
1 complaint
Equipmentmechanicalwrecker And Wheel Lift Devices
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
1 complaint
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
1 complaint
Fuel System Diesel
1 complaint
Fuel System Otherstorage
1 complaint
Parking Brakeconventional
1 complaint
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable
1 complaint
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
1 complaint
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
1 complaint
Power Trainmanual Transmissionlubricant
1 complaint
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
1 complaint
Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices
1 complaint
Seat Beltsfrontwebbing
1 complaint
Seat Beltsrearother
1 complaint
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
1 complaint
Service Brakes Air
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airantilockwheel Speed Sensor
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airdisccaliper
1 complaint
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulichoses Linespiping And Fittings
1 complaint
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
1 complaint
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
1 complaint
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
1 complaint
Steeringlinkagesrodrelayconnecting
1 complaint
Structurebodybumpers
1 complaint
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
1 complaint
Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachments
1 complaint
Structurebodytrunk Lid
1 complaint
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
1 complaint
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
1 complaint
Suspensionmultiple Axle
1 complaint
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assemblyshackle
1 complaint
Tiresvalve
1 complaint
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
1 complaint
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages
1 complaint
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
1 complaint
Visibilitywiper
1 complaint
Wheelshubcapcover
1 complaint