MYRModel Year Report

1997 Ford Excursion

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1997 Ford Excursion
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:57:06.643Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Excursion Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 533 complaints 2001: 209 complaints 2001 2002: 129 complaints 2003: 106 complaints 2003 2004: 95 complaints 2005: 65 complaints 2005 2010: 1 complaints 2010
1997: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19971
19980
19997
2000533
2001209
2002129
2003106
200495
200565
20101

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 1 total report mentions: exterior lighting.

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FRONT HEADLIGHTS FOGGED UP, CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO CONSUMER'S VIEW. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040128

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20071229 — engine and engine cooling

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.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign 07V553000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Ford Excursion — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V553000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2005 ● 2004 ● 2003

WORST YEARS

■ 2000 ■ 2001 ● 2002

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FAQ

Is the 1997 Ford Excursion reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Ford Excursion?

The most-reported component is exterior lighting:headlights, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Ford Excursion have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.