Table 1 shows five common seats related problems of the 1997 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the front seat recliner (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the seats (eight problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Seats problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Power Adjust problems | |
| Front Seat Heater/cooler problems |
While vehicle was parked consumer was trying to recline/adjust the seat. The seat reclining handle snapped. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Read details...
The drivers side seatbelt will not engage to the lock position. Read details...
Nhtsa# 03-v-281-000 on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. The consumer has the same problem. Read details...