Four problems related to mid/rear seats assembly have been reported for the 1997 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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.
Rear seat fails to stay in a downright position. Keeps flipping up for no reason. Does not stay locked in place. Child safety seat can not be placed on that rear seat.
Rear seat loose due to design.
Rear seats not designed to lock down.
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Seats problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Power Adjust problems | |
| Front Seat Heater/cooler problems |