MYRModel Year Report

1997 Ford Motor Home

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1997 Ford Motor Home
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:41:07.370Z

Only 13 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 13 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 Motor Home Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1991: 1 complaints 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 11 complaints 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 7 complaints 1999: 26 complaints 1999 2000: 26 complaints 2001: 8 complaints 2001 2002: 10 complaints 2003: 6 complaints 2003
1997: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19882
19911
19931
19949
19957
199611
199713
19987
199926
200026
20018
200210
20036

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

6 of 13 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
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1997 FORD V-10. VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FIRE WHICH STARTED UNDER THE HOOD, POSSIBLY ENGINE RELATED. *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20020719

ON MAY 5TH AT A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE THE MECHANIC NOTICED A SMALL AMOUNT (APX. 2 TEASPOON) OF ANTIFREEZE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE OIL PAN. PREVIOUS TO THIS THE OIL HAD BEEN CHECKED & THE LEVEL & COLOR WAS NORMAL. ANTIFREEZE LEVEL WAS NORMAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040525

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 13 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

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WE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON OUR 1997 FORD RV FOR A WIRING HARNESS IN SEPT. 2007. WE CALLED THE AUTHORIZED DEALER IMMEDIATELY AND WAS TOLD THE PARTS WERE "ON BACK ORDER." WE HAVE STILL NOT RECEIVED REPAIRS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080205

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Ford Motor Home — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Ford Motor Home 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 Motor Home?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Ford Motor Home have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.