NHTSA investigationSQ98014
Investigation SQ98014: 1997 Ford Explorer
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Jul 31, 1998
- Closed
- Jan 7, 1999
- Model years
- 1997
Subject
Throttle sticking
Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Summary
There is no summary currently available
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 Explorer1,731 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.