general problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

29 problems related to steering have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/04/2017

I just started having issues with my steering. I was turning right and my steering wheel locked up and I had to tug hard to unbind and regain control of my truck. I have not had an accident, but this just started happening and has happened several times while driving and turning.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2014

The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the steering shaft became loose. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included under the NHTSA campaign number: 03v196000 (steering). The failure mileage was unknown.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/04/2011

The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel detached from the vehicle. The contact was able to stop the vehicle safely. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the intermediate steering shaft was not properly secured on the steering box. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 03v196000 (steering:gear box:shaft sector). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 106,000.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/08/2011

The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 4 mph, the contact lost control of the steering. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the steering shaft was separated from the steering box. The contact replaced the bolt that held the steering shaft in place. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 03v196000 (steering:gear box:shaft sector) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. Updated 02/22/12 updated 03/01/12.

5 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/03/2008

Tl-the contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving over a bump, the steering wheel became seized and the contact would have to use extreme force to control the vehicle. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. The contact made the repairs by welding the steering shaft. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. Ne.

6 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/28/2008

As I was leaving the on ramp to enter heavy traffic on I-25 in denver the steering wheel became disconnected where the steering shaft meets the steering gear box. There was no steering capabilities of the pick-up. I was able to stop without causing any problems but was within feet of being in heavy traffic.

7 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2007

The contact owns a 1997 Ford f150. When the contact attempted to turn the steering wheel, it made a cracking and popping noise. In addition, the steering wheel could be lifted up from the anchorage and tilted to the left and the right. His VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 03v196000 (steering:gear box:shaft sector), although he received a recall letter in 2008. He was informed by both the dealer and manufacturer (Ford of America) that there were no open recalls for the vehicle. The failure mileage was 160,000 and current mileage was 170,000.

8 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2005

While backing out to get on highway consumer Ford f150 had no steering. (11/16/05) the steering wheel assembly had broken. The consumers found that a piece on the steering shaft assembly that was made out of aluminum had worn out.

9 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/25/2004

While driving 65 mph the consumer lost steering power. The consumer was not able to maintain control of the vehicle, and crashed into a guardrail. Upon impact, both frontal air bags deployed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the steering shaft broke, and needed to be replaced.

10 Steering problem

Failure Date: 12/08/2003

While turning the steering wheel binds and makes a grinding noise. The consumer has to use excessive effort to straighten the wheel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for analysis but the technician could not resolve the problem. The problem has been reported to the manufacturer but they refused to provide any assistance.

11 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/02/2003

Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the steering shaft snapped and caused the consumer to lose steering control.

12 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/12/2003

A bolt from the steering wheel broke, and caused consumer to lose control of the vehicle, which was subsequently involved in an accident.

13 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/04/2001

Right front outside tie-rod end separated at the ball/socket joint. This occured while turning into a driveway so speed was not a factor. These tie-rod ends are factory sealed so maintenance is impossible.

14 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/20/2000

Steering box that is attached to frame had fallen off. Vehicle was without steering, and consumer lost control without a prior warning. The driver lost steering because bolts holding the steering box to the frame cracked.

15 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/19/2000

A bolt within the steering mechanism had unscrewed, causing steering wheel to spin while tires stayed straight, resulting in loss of vehicle control. Mechanic tightend the bolt.

16 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/22/1999

Steering problems; when turning right 10mph heard a noise. Turned steering to right and left, wheel didn't respond.

17 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/18/1998

Consumer is having a problem with the steering. It is hard to manage when doing 4mph, the truck carries to the left or right on its on. , the problem has caused consumer to run off the road several times. Dealer has not been contacted.

18 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/02/1997

While driving down the freeway about 70mph, has to put a lot of pressure on the steering wheel in order for the vehicle to go staight. If taking some of the pressure off the steering wheel, the vehicle will go out of control.

19 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1996

When driving at approx 40 mph, goes through 50 mph,steering wheel will begin to vibrate. Dealer checked the vehicle 3 times. Said it was common problem, cannot fix problem.

20 Steering problem

Consumer states received a recall notice. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer stated that vehicle was fine. Dealer never looked at car. .

21 Steering problem

While backing out of the driveway, the consumer turned the steering wheel, and it continued to turn without stopping. The consumer opened the hood and noticed the steering wheel shaft had separated from the steering box.

22 Steering problem

Some of the steering assembly components wore prematurely due to lack of lubrication. Nlm.

23 Steering problem

Noisy steering, vibration in steering wheel.

24 Steering problem

Consumer states of having problem with a crank rods dealer was contacted. Ts.

25 Steering problem

Vibration can be felt in steering wheel while driving. Vibration appears to be from suspension/steering gear, not steering wheel itself.

26 Steering problem

While attempting to make a right hand turn the consumer lost control and the vehicle ended up in a field, the steering wheel could be turned like a roulet wheel. Nlm.

27 Steering problem

When driving and trying to turn the steering overreacts, hard to steer . Please describe .

28 Steering problem

Steering wheel clunks when accelerating and decelerating, and when on bumpy pavement.

29 Steering problem

When driving at 40 mph the truck sways. Steering is very sensitive vehicle wanders at highway speeds can not tow with vehicle or can not control at all.



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