NHTSA investigationEA02001
Investigation EA02001: 1997 Ford Expedition
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Feb 6, 2002
- Closed
- May 29, 2003
- Model years
- 1997
Subject
Steering shaft separation
Component: Steering
Summary
See attached summary for technical details
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1997 Ford Expedition853 complaints
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