1997 Ford Mountaineer
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1997
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 7 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-02
Also filed under Air bags
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.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-25
Tires
1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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Firestone tire included in recall 00T005 shredded.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-01
Steering
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-06-07
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Seats
1 of 7 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.
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Seatback is loose and keeps falling backwards. Cause unkwown.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-13
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2001-06-04Tires01X001000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01X001000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 1997 Ford Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Ford Mountaineer have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.