CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Ford Lariat has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).
0Recalls
4Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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1997 Ford Lariat recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1997 Ford Lariat.
Most common 1997 Ford Lariat problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
1997 FORD F150. FRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH ON PASSENGER SIDE IN FRONT OF REAR TIRE.. DAMAGE IS THROUGHOUT THE FRAME.
WHILE TRYING TO STOP THE TRUCK SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE FIRST TIME CAUSING A CRASH. THE SECOND TIME WE WERE TURNING INTO OUR DRIVEWAY AND THE TRUCK WOULD'NT STOP. THE THIRD TIME MY HUSBAND WAS TRYING TO STOP AND THE TRUCK ACCELERATED AGAIN. *AK
ENGINE--LOWER END BEARING WENT OUT.
MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT IN THE STEERING.
1997 Ford Lariat questions
Does the 1997 Ford Lariat have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1997 Ford Lariat at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Ford Lariat?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Ford Lariat has been fixed?
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