Table 1 shows 15 common steering related problems of the 1997 Ford Expedition. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (21 problems).
Tie rod threads stripped leads to complete loss of steering and near-death experience. Read details...
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the steering wheel became loosened while making a left turn. The contact stated that the "check suspension" and "check abs" messages were displayed on the instrument panel along with the oil, Read details...
Driving with family in car ,doing 35 mph when I lost total control of the steering. You could spin the steering wheel completely around with no control of the vehicle what so ever. I was able to gradually stop the car , but it still roll up a curb to a complete stop. Read details...