1997 Ford Econoline Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 6%of 79 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 1997 Ford Econoline, 6% of the 79 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The anti-lock brakes do not function properly. I noted the fist occurrence only, there have been 4 addional occurrences of the same problem. The anti-lock system engages, clamps hard one time and then releases. This leaves you free rolling until it decides to continue or you take your foot up and reapply the brakes. When it does continue on its own the steering wheel shakes violently.”
NHTSA complaint #707407, filed 1999-06“When turning corners or going into a driveway, the front end of the van crunches and it feels like it is going to fall out. The ball joints were replaced about a year and a half ago. The problem was reported to the dealership. The dealer claimed there was nothing wrong with the van.”
NHTSA complaint #848284, filed 1999-11“Consumer was driving approximately 4-5 MPH, made a u-turn and pressed hand brake and van accelerated to high speed, consumer rearended vehicle in front. Also, had to replace master cylinder/ heater core/premature worn out tires, and starter.”
NHTSA complaint #836841, filed 1999-04“While making a turn the vehicle stalls unexpectedly which may cause a crash. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. Also, there is a vibration which may cause more wear and tear on the tire.”
NHTSA complaint #856713, filed 2000-02Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 5% |
| 2002 | 1 | 4% |
| 2001 | 2 | 7% |
| 2000 | 6 | 15% |
| 1999 | 6 | 7% |
| 1998 | 4 | 9% |
| 1997 | 5 | 6% |
| 1996 | 6 | 7% |
| 1995 | 2 | 3% |
| 1994 | 6 | 5% |
| 1993 | 4 | 6% |
| 1992 | 8 | 10% |
| 1988 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1997 Ford Econoline
20 complaintsTires
13 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Ford Econoline
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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