1997 Ford F-250 Sd: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1997 Ford F-250 Sd: 2 recalls, 39 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #07V553000 · 2007 · 1,176,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle May function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Why it matters: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2007.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #09V399000 · 2009 · 4,500,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The scds May leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Why it matters: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
The fix: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 7 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (11): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (4), leaks (4), stalls / loses power (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Speed control / throttle (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (2).
The 1997 Ford F-250 Sd has 39 owner complaints, ranking #22 of 36 F-250 Sd model years for complaints (well below the 181 average). Complaints peaked in 2002 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 95,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1996 (11 complaints, 1 recalls), 1998 (1 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1997 Ford F-250 Sd have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 1997 Ford F-250 Sd. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1997 Ford F-250 Sd problems?
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (11), transmission & drivetrain (8), speed control / throttle (7).
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