CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Ford Expedition has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 853 complaints with NHTSA, including 52 crashes, 74 fires, 48 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (146 reports).
1997 Ford Expedition recalls
Most common 1997 Ford Expedition problems
Problem areas named in the 853 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 146 |
| Steering | 106 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 103 |
| Electrical System | 102 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 90 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 81 |
| Power Train | 79 |
| Visibility | 48 |
| Wheels | 42 |
| Tires | 39 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel became loosened while making a left turn. The contact stated that the "Check Suspension" and "Check ABS" messages were displayed on the instrument panel along with the oil, brake, and battery warning lights being illuminated. The contact called a local dealer and was informed that the part needed to repair the steering wheel was no longer in stock. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was provided the same information as from the dealer. The contact also stated that moisture had begun to leak from the sunroof. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was
Vehicle will speed up or slow down in certain times for certain speeds without notice smell of smok and looked hurt wiring
WHILE COMING TO A STOP AND THE INTERSECTION OF LONGSTREET AND HIGHWAY 82. I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDDLE AND THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND I SLED THROUGH THE INTERSECTION INTO A DITCH. I WAS TRAVELING THE SPEED LIMIT OF 50 MPH. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED BUT THE DRIVERS DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAVE A BROKEN NOSE FROM HITTING STEERING WHEEL. SEAT BELTS WERE ON FRONT SEAT DRIVER AND PASSENGER.
MY 1997 FORD EXPEDITION XLT BEIGE IN COLOR SINCE I HAVE OWN THIS VEHICLE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE FIVE (5) SPARK PLUGS AND COIL FOR THEY HAVE BLOWN OUT OF THE CYLINDER AND I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED INTO A REPAIR FACILITY WHICH HAVE BEEN COSTLY TO ME. THE ENGINE ON THIS VEHICLE IS A 5.4. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT THE TIME OF THE PROBLEM ON THE HIGHWAY
STEERING IS EXTREMELY OVERACTIVE AND SEEMS TWITCHING, MEANING AT LOW SPEED OR AT HIGH RATE OF TRAVEL VERY SLIGHT MOVEMENTS OF THE STEERING WHEEL CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE SUDDENLY, AND UNCONTROLLABLY, PREVIOUS OWNER WENT OFF HIGHWAY AND FELT UNSAFE IN VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE. I IMAGINE THIS HAS TO DO WITH THE VARIABLE ASSIST POWER STEERING BUT CANNOT FIND ANY DIAGNOSTIC AIDE IN RESOLUTION OF ISSUE.
1997 Ford Expedition questions
Does the 1997 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1997 Ford Expedition: Vehicle Speed Control; Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector; Exterior Lighting; Trailer Hitches; Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Ford Expedition?
Based on 853 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (146), Steering (106), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (103).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Ford Expedition has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.