Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford f-250. The contact received a safety recall notice in january of 2008 for the vehicle speed control. The speed control was disconnected at that time. The contact has not heard from ford, who stated that they would call him when the part was available. The recall number was unknown. The failure mileage was 120,000.
1997 Ford F-250 acceleration problems
15 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 120,000.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 120,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Cruise control2
- Linkages1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Ford F-250 acceleration problems in other years
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
- Risk
- Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 05v388)
Recall number 06V286000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
- Risk
- A fire at the switch could occur.
- Remedy
- By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)
Recall number 05V388000 · Recall details
What 1997 Ford F-250 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1997 ford f-250 recall for speed control system. Consumer states that two dealers have stated that the parts are not available. He would like the dealer to inform him when the parts come in. He states he should not have to call to find out.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford f250. The contact's wife received a recall notice on her 2001 ford expedition for the vehicle speed control. When his cruise control stopped working, he investigated to determine if his vehicle was included in the same recall. The contact found the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v388000 (vehicle speed control); however, the dealer stated that his VIN was not included. The ford manufacturer stated that nothing could be done. The contact believed that his vehicle should be included in the recall. The failure and current mileages were 118,000. Updated 01-14-08. *kb the consumer was informed the recall didn't affect model year 1994- 2002 ford f250's. The cruise control switch leaked brake fluid onto the electrical connections and shorted out the switch. Updated 12/12/07.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford f-250. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire while parked. The vehicle was destroyed. As of september 11, 2007, the dealer or manufacturer had not inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). The current and failure mileages were 100,000.
Dt*: the contact stated while parked and off, the vehicle caught on fire. There were no warnings prior to the incident. The insurance agency could not find the cause of the fire.
1997 f-250 caught on fire. *ts the consumer was told his vehicle was not included in any recalls.
Cruise control setting on my truck would not disengage. I was driving and had the cruise control set at 62 MPH and it would not turn off using the button on the steering wheel or by using the brakes.
Fire speed control on master cylinder ford f250 1997 VIN#[xxx]drove to work 2 miles,parked truck in lot, 5 min later heard pop then fire put out quickly, but truck has major fire damage. *jb *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
The vehicle was parked in garage with engine off, gear was set in first, the truck suddenly began rolling backwards accompanied by a horrible clicking noise.
This vehicle is experiencing problems with the cruise control. The vehicle surges when the cruise control is engaged. Consumer is being told there is no solution to the problem.
Questions about the 1997 Ford F-250 acceleration
Does the 1997 Ford F-250 have acceleration problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the acceleration of the 1997 Ford F-250, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Ford F-250 acceleration problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 120,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford F-250 acceleration?
Yes, 2 recalls: 06V286000, 05V388000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford F-250 have the most acceleration problems?
The Ford F-250 model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1999 (32 complaints), 2001 (23 complaints) and 2004 (19 complaints).
Other 1997 Ford F-250 problems
Tires 42Transmission 34Brakes 31Engine 31Suspension 30Fuel system 29Steering 23Electrical 19Body 18Visibility 12Wheels 10Airbags 7Seat belts 7Seats 5Lights 4Locks 1
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