Eight problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Automatic transmission failure of overdrive. Overdrive will go out all at once, loosing speed and becoming a hazard in middle of road.
Recall 97v147000,transmission failed to shift out of park after vehicle was started. This was due to ta defect in the transmission shift cable. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Transmission failed to shift into reverse after vehicle was serviced. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.
Consumer noticed a 1/2 inch crack on the outside door of the driver & passenger side. Metal was shearing. Delear said that it was out of warranty & they had to have permission from Ford. Also the transmission failed.
Automatic transmission failed.
Transmission valve failed.
Transmission is failing.
Total transmission failure while in operation, vehicle left inoperative. Dealer notified, and informed that repairs would be at consumer's cost.