Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 1997 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Transfer Case problems |
Transfer case failure when transferred from normal operation to 4 wheel drive. If this had happened while I was on the road instead of in front of my home, I believe an accident most surely would have occurred. Thank god I tested the 4 wheel operation before I took a trip to the snow country. There is the possibility that thousands of 4 wheel drive owners are at risk of serious accidents and completely ignorant of this danger.