1997 Ford Excursion Problems: 1 Complaint, 1 Recall

The worst 1997 Ford Excursion problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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Engine and engine cooling: engine: dieselReported December 5, 2007 · 1,176,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Risk: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.

Recall number 07V553000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 28, 2004 · Lights · 82,000 miles · WI

Front headlights fogged up, causing a distraction to consumer's view.

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Is the 1997 Ford Excursion reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Ford Excursion, fewer than a typical Excursion model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Ford Excursion?

Lights, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1997 Ford Excursion have?

1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.

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