MYRModel Year Report

1997 Ford Grand Marquis

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1997 Ford Grand Marquis
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:31:30.526Z

Only 19 complaints 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 19 complaints 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 Grand Marquis Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 10 complaints 1997: 19 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 5 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2007: 0 complaints 2007
1997: 19 complaints
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YearComplaints
19892
19901
19912
19929
19936
19945
19952
199610
199719
19983
19995
20004
20016
20070

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

7 of 19 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

Show complaint excerpts

THE VEHICLES INTAKE MANIFOLD CRACKED AND RESULTED IN COOLANT LEAK. *NLM *SCC

NHTSA ODI report, 20030326

CONSUMER STATED THE MANIFOLD WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT.TS *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20021204

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 19 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

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WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AT 60 MPH THE INTAKE MANIFOLD BEHIND THE ALTERNATOR CRACKED CAUSING RAPID LOSS OF FLUID RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER,AND CONTROL DUE TO FAN BELT GETTING WET , STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT AND POWER COMPONETS SHUTTING DOWN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000725

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 19 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.

STRUCTURE

1 of 19 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Ford Grand Marquis — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Ford Grand Marquis 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 Grand Marquis?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Ford Grand Marquis have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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