Table 1 shows 16 common power train related problems of the 1997 Ford F-250. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the axle hubs (three problems).
There's a recall on my 1997 f250 7. 3 diesel. The recall is for the automatic transmission gear selector. I took it to Ford to have it fixed cause I was experiencing the problem and he told me that my VIN did not qualify. Read details...
The front hubs would not lock in low range without the front end making a loud bang then grind, then failed completely. Read details...
While indicating that automatic transmssion was in "park" position, in fact transmission gear was in "nuetral position" which may have caused a rollaway. Manufacturer stated that this vehicle was not included in recall 97v17000 although it had the same problem. Read details...