Tire Related Problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

Table 1 shows nine common tire related problems of the 1997 Ford F-150. The number one most common problem is related to the tire tread/belt (127 problems). The second most common problem is related to the tire (95 problems).


Recently reported Tire problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

The Tire Tread/belt problem

While traveling on the freeway, heard a loud noise coming from rear of truck and what appeared to be a blowout. As I changed lane to get to the shoulder I saw what appeared to be pieces of tire coming from the rear of the vehicle.   Read details...

The Tire problem

The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The vehicle has chaparral ap tires, size lt265/75r16. The contact stated that the vehicle was shaking severely. The dealer attempted to balance the tires, but was unsuccessful.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The vehicle has cooper mesa a/p tires, size p225/70/r16 (na). While driving approximately 70 mph, the front passenger side tire completely blew out, which almost caused the contact to lose control of the vehicle.   Read details...


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