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1997 FORD EXPLORER in Plano, TX
First evidence of noise reported to dealer on 7/22/98. they said there was no problem. noise became unbearable and engine began lossing power. took it to dealer on1/2/01 and found out the front cam tensioner disintegrated causing severe met...read more / reply »
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Nevada City, CA
I had purchased a 1997 ford explorer xlt from mk auto in auburn, ca and the car fax i recieved said there had been no recalls and no accidents on the vehicle. the owner from mk auto assured me many times that the fehicle was in good running...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Little Rock, AR
Engine is a 1997 4.0l sohc. there is a very noticible miss in the timing at idle. when the vehicle is sitting still, it bucks and shudders the whole truck, but the idle speed never varies more than 100 rpm. had same problem with 1991 explor...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Scott Depot, WV
My vehicle suddenly started accelerating when i was proceeding down the interstate. i could slow the vehicle down somewhat by aggressively applying the brakes. however, this would just get me slowed down a little until i would release the...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Savannah, GA
Consumer states that there is a significant safety hazard with this vehicle. the vehicle is experiencing revving and stalling. consumer feels that the vehicle is unable to be corrected. the problem has been able to be fixed temporarily t...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Holbrook, NY
The engine locked up and was replaced twice, the dealership refused to pay for any repairs.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Holbrook, NY
Consumer stated when vehicle was being started it sounded like a diesel engine, the engine light was appearing on the dashboard, consumer was informed that a new engine was needed, consumer states vehicle is now on its 3rd engine.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Lansing, MI
I ha d a warranty through ford motor co. they will not honor it nor will the dealership i complained about this loud metallic rattling noise they (the dealerships service writers) said that the problem was fixed back in october it was not n...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Holbrook, NY
Consumer stated when vehicle was being started it sounded like a diesel engine, the engine light was appearing on the dashboard, consumer was informed that a new engine was needed, consumer states vehicle is now on its 3rd engine.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Steeleville, IL
While driving pressed on gas pedal to accelerate, and vehicle would die. when car was in park it did not cut off. but, soon as consumer pressed gas pedal it shut off.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Plainfield, IL
Check engine light illuminated, possibly engine related.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Tall Timbers, MD
Cam chain tensioner failed, as described in technical service bulletins 00m12, 01m01, 12150, 6926. ford customer relations refuses to cover the repair. they claim this is not a safety issue. i claim it is. when mine failed, i was nearly...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Wallkill, NY
After cutting car off and parking for a while, consumer tried to restart car and it would not start.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in La Grange, KY
Faulty serpentine belt causes squealing noise at times, there is also an oil leak from the vehicle. nlm
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Crystal Lake, IL
Engine failed while driving, causing vehicle to stall due to overheating. cause unknown, dealer does not know why vehicle overheated. complete engine needs to be replaced.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Vero Beachh, FL
Ongoing problem with defective engines. dealer / manufacturer notified, and replaced engine. later on, problem reoccurred again. engine needs to be replaced again. feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Bayamon, PR
I am sending this information as requested but my major concern is that i have not been personally informed for the recalls to the ford xlt explorer except the one for the firestone tires and the one for the motor oil pump. my wife and mys...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Utica, MI
On 12/18/00-i had my car towed to romeo ford,because my motor died sitting at a red light waiting to turn ,romeo ford informed me that something in the upper half of the motor let go and that ford motor company did not recomend the motor b...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Chicago, IL
While driving at 50 mph heard a loud noise, and then saw smoke coming out of engine. vehicle was totalled.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Baldwin, NY
Consumer hears a tapping in the engine when foot is on the gas.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Tallahassee, FL
My 1997 explorer will temporarly stalls without warning since new, usually when pulling out into a stream of traffic.this causes a severe safety problem for the occupants of the car. i have taked the vehicle to tallahassee, ford, tallahasse...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Holiday, FL
Engine making ticking noise where time chain is. after disassembly by mechanic found tensioner with timing chain was defective. new tensioner and timing chain installed( dot number: )
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Holiday, FL
Engine making ticking noise where time chain is. after disassembly by mechanic found tensioner with timing chain was defective. new tensioner and timing chain installed( dot number: )
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Bel Air, MD
Engine stopped. never started again. plastic "cassette guide" failure in engine?? said dealer. timing / valves all went.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Gate City, VA
I have a big question conserning the 4.0 sohc "plastic" cam tensioner. i have had my explorer in a local shop for 4 weeks "diagnosing" me check engine light problem. today i find out that i have a totally wrecked 48,000 mile engine due to t...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Rodchester, MO
When depressing brake pedal vehicle would stall without any indication. please provide further information.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Sharon, MA
Started vehicle in mornings, and it ran rough. also, motor stalled. contacted dealer. dealer indicated that intake manifold gasket needed to be replaced. was told by dealer that they were on national backorder.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Allentown, PA
Car stalls at speed.. premature failure of intake gaskets..ford may have redesigned but no recall.. caused loss of control 17 year old driver.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Farmingville, NY
While traveling 0-25 mph after stopping vehicle shutdown without any indications. also, engine check light flashed. dlr has been notified. please provide further information.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Livonia, MI
Engine "ticks" primarily at cold startup. problem becoming more prevelant however, now it occurs also at a warm startup. engine also "hisses" at low speeds to idle. rear end leaks fluid and also shudders at high speeds. "clunking" noise oft...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Collegeville, PA
Upper and lower engine intake gaskets are leaking, causing air to enter into the cylinder, resulting in engine idling erratically and eventually no start. please give any further details.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Livonia, MS
Consumer was driving the vehicle on the road at approximately 40 mph when she heard a grinding noise and noticed engine smoking. dealer noticed, and informed consumer that the repairs would be the consumer's responsibility.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Janesville, CA
Chain tensioners have deteriorated and broken up. engine now rattels and grinds. i have fear of major engine damage. after talking to ford dealers in reno nv and one in susanville ca i have been told every thing from "your on your own " t...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Dunkirk, MD
Ford acknowldges problems in their service bulletins relating to this particular part. the service alerts warn of catastrophic engine failure which is what happened to my vehicle. this "defect" cost me $2178.68. ford refuses to cover any of...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Fort Myers, FL
Engine misses and stalls in various situations including highway speeds and from a stop. dealer has been unable to repair after replacing ignition wires and vaccuum assembly. i consider this to be a very dangerous situation because of los...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Bronx, NY
I know that ford is fully aware of the problem. the replacement parts reflect that. those who experience failure during warranty are fortunet to save hundreds of dollars. i still as of yet not claimed my vehicle .
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Sajardo, PR
While traveling at any speed vehicle will stall and hesitate without prior warning, causing loss of power steering and power brakes . consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced parts. please provide any further details.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Wakeman, OH
Intermittently when making a quick left turn the truck loses power. the problem has been reported to the dealership. dealer cleaned speed sensor and replaced idle air control, but the problem still exists.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Blackwood, NJ
Check engine light came on while dirving 25-35 mph. vehicle had no power/ brakes. vehicle coasted to a parking lot to avoid an accident. was not able to steer car.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Port Crane, NY
On-going problem with vehicle vibrating in front, vibration would commence whenever taking off from a stop position or whenever transmission would shift gear. vehicle has been in and out of the shop on five occasions,condition still unresol...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Chapel Hill, NC
Was driving and car stopped with a clicking sound. no prior warning with engine lights, etc. dealer claims failure to change oil resulted in engine failure and that engine needs replaced and ford also denied claim to replace said engine.
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Phila, PA
Have had a intermittent valve tap since a recall was done ,it's getting progressly worse. dealer has replaced tappets once and the timing chain tensioner thinking it was that .now i see two tsbs' nhtsa #sb051948 and #sb051128 and was wonder...
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Akron, OH
Repeated failed attemps to correct ping/tick when engine is below 30 degrees f
1997 FORD EXPLORER in Lockport, IL
Engine failure due to oil pump drive assembly failure(ford recall campaign #97b12). manufacturer refuses to cover under warranty.
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