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1997 Ford Explorer
12 Recalls & Safety Reports
Recall List for the 1997 Ford Explorer
Official recalls have been issued for the 1997 Ford Explorer by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.
Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!
If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.
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RECALL: Speed Control Deactivation Switch/Overheats
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running. Read more »
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RECALL: FMVSS 108/Replacement Headlamps/Amber Reflector
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »
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RECALL: FMVSS 108/Aftermarket Combination Lamps
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »
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RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/Firestone Wilderness At Tires
Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/Throttle
This could result in engine surge when the accelerator pedal breaks free. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/Sway Bar
Vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »
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RECALL: Firestone/Tread Separation
If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 108/Daytime Running Lights
The light given off from the daytime running lights is brighter than allowed by U.S. standards. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/Cruise/Speed Control Cable
If the cruise control is used and this condition is present, a stuck throttle could result, which could potentially result in a crash. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/Jump Starting
The fuel lines can leak, and in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could potentially result. Read more »
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RECALL: Ford/Throttle
Although the vehicle can be controlled by either applying the service brakes or shifting the transmission to neutral, increased brake pedal efforts or some increase in stopping distance can ... Read more »
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