Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1997 Ford F-150. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the hood latch (two problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford F-150

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Door Latch problems	5
Hood Latch problems	2
Tailgate Latch problems	2

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

The Door Latch problem

There have been no accidents. The third door handle/lock gets stuck and the door sometimes does not open or it is hard to open, and opens after trying repeatedly. Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

Hood primary latch malfunctioned. Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

Wheel cylinders leaked on rear,brake pedal vibrates,tailgate clips broken so you cannot open Read details...

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