1997 FORD MOUNTAINEER
1 recalls, 8 complaints - 10 TSBs
01X001000 May 22, 2001
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Defect Description
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16, AND 17 INCH TIRES MOUNTED ON FORD TRUCKS AND SUVS. FORD REPORTS TREAD SEPARATION CAN... Read more
Consequence
SHOULD THE TREAD SEPARATE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy
THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
2 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Jan 2, 2014
Incident date: Jun 7, 2012
CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY GOT IN NEXT MORNING CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL COMPLETELY MELTED.FORD HAS A RECALL ON THIS THEY SAID MY MODEL WAS NOT MANUFACTURED AT THIS PARTICULAR PLANT. ONE SIDE MELTED 2 MONTHS LATER OTHER SIDE MELTED. I DO NOT KNOW IF THIS HAS AFFECTED AIR BAG. I AM 84 ... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 2, 2014
Incident date: Jun 7, 2012
CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY GOT IN NEXT MORNING CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL COMPLETELY MELTED.FORD HAS A RECALL ON THIS THEY SAID MY MODEL WAS NOT MANUFACTURED AT THIS PARTICULAR PLANT. ONE SIDE MELTED 2 MONTHS LATER OTHER SIDE MELTED. I DO NOT KNOW IF THIS HAS AFFECTED AIR BAG. I AM 84 ... Read more
Fire
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Aug 13, 2003
SEATBACK IS LOOSE AND KEEPS FALLING BACKWARDS. CAUSE UNKWOWN.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Mar 25, 2003
Incident date: Jan 3, 2001
THE GAS PEDAL STICKS. *JB MOST OF THE TIME WHEN STOPPED, BEGIN TO PUSH ON THE PEDAL, IT WILL NOT MOVE UNTIL THE PRESSURE THEN BREAKS FREE, WHILE GIVING MUCH GAS AND LUNGING FORWARD, AND HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING. SCC
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
Mar 25, 2003
THE REAR LIFTGATE DOOR, DOOR HANDLES AND LOCKS WERE REPLACED AT 30,000 MILES. CONSUMER STATED NOW AT 90,000 THE HANDLE AND LOCKS NEED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. *JB THE LIFT GATE WILL NOT OPEN, 1 OR 2 DOOR LOCKS HAVE BEEN BROKEN FOR A LONG TIME. SCC
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Jun 7, 2001
Incident date: Jun 7, 2001
MOMENTARY LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHILE TRAVELING IN ONE FOOT OF WATER AT 5 MPH. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE US WITH ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Dec 22, 2000
WHEN APPLYING ABS BRAKES PEDAL BECOMES EXTREMELY HARD AND RESISTS APPLICATION, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Nov 1, 2000
Incident date: Sep 1, 1999
FIRESTONE TIRE INCLUDED IN RECALL 00T005 SHREDDED. *SLC
Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 FORD MOUNTAINEER
10 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 021100 SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR | 2 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 105500 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | 1 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| 106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL | 1 |
| 021220 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
RCDNN-00V402-817
Nov 28, 2000
021100 SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
This recall action involves replacement of the front stabilizer bar links in certain 1995 through 1997 model year Explorer and Mountaineer vehicles. Under certain conditions, predominantly in cold weather areas, a front stabilizer bar
RCDNN00V4028174
Nov 28, 2000
020000 SUSPENSION
Letter Pursuant to Part 573 of Title 49 of the Code fof Federal Regulations, Defect and Noncompliance Reports, Ford Motor Company submits the following information concerning a safety-related recall action that it is initiating.
RCDNN00V4028174
Nov 28, 2000
021100 SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
Letter Pursuant to Part 573 of Title 49 of the Code fof Federal Regulations, Defect and Noncompliance Reports, Ford Motor Company submits the following information concerning a safety-related recall action that it is initiating.
00M11
Sep 1, 2000
021220 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR
INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT SWAY BAR LINK . *YH
98165
Apr 7, 2000
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
EVAPORATOR CORE FAILED, CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONER TO DRIP ON TO PASSENGER FLOOR. YD
981617
Apr 7, 2000
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLOOR MAT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SERVICE TIP. YD
7918
Jan 1, 2000
105500 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
FRONT AXLE PINION LIL SEAL LEAKS.
13745
Jan 1, 2000
100000 POWER TRAIN
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A CONDITION OF NO 4 X 4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4 X 4 LOW RANGE. *MJS
13752
Jan 1, 2000
106220 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE FRONT AXLE PINION SEAL. *MJS
98163
Aug 17, 1998
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
LOCKS FAILED. YD
FORD MOUNTAINEER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD MOUNTAINEER across all model years (1997, 2003).
9
Total Recalls
52
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths