1997 Ford F-250 transmission problems

34 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 34
of this car's complaints: 11%
crashes: 2
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Automatic transmission
19
Axle hubs
4
Axle assembly
2
Automatic transmission: torque converter
2
Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
2
Manual transmission
1
Driveline
1
Clutch assembly
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford F-250 transmission problems in other years

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)Reported October 7, 1997 · 866,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. If the automatic transmission shift cable assembly was not fully attached to the steering column bracket, the shift cable assembly can come out of the bracket. The vehicle operator would then not be able to shift the transmission from one of the drive gear positions into the park position even though the gear shift selector would indicate "park."
Risk: The condition would not allow a disengagement of the transmission from the park position or affect proper neutral start switch operation. Unintended vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake was not set.
Remedy: Dealers will make the proper attachment of the transmission shift control cable to the steering column bracket and add a tie strap to that connection.

Recall number 97V171000 · Recall details

What 1997 Ford F-250 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 23, 2012 · Transmission, Wheels · 145,318 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford f-250. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent auto repair facility for an unrelated repair when the technician detected that five of the seven spokes on the front driver's side wheel were completely rusted. The other three wheels exhibited rust holes and cracks. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 145,318. Updated 09/05/12*lj the consumer stated the problem was found after the axle, hub and rotor were replaced at a cost of $ 1000.00. Updated 09/10/12

Filed Aug 9, 2010 · Transmission · 150,000 miles · CO

I have a 1997 ford f250 that wont go into park. Therefore, you can't start the vehicle without putting it into neutral. The truck rolls when turned off, because it's not engaged. I googled the problem and found this recall http://www.arfc.org/complaints/1997/ford/f250 . I called the local dealership and they said it didn't pertain to my truck, called the ford motor company and they said the same thing. Just another example of how ford doesn't take care of their customers.

Filed Dec 15, 2005 · Transmission · CA

Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 97v171000 concerning the gear position indicator. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.

Filed Sep 2, 2005 · Engine, Seats · 55,000 miles · MO

While driving, the seat reclined which left the driver laying completely down. *jb the seat base assembly had broken on the driver's side front seat. *sc the tie rods had to be replaced. The consumer was unable to shift gears, because the shifter bolts had broke loose from the dash mounts, the head gaskets failed and the check engine light never illuminated. The hub/axle seals were replaced.

Filed Jan 11, 2002 · Transmission · NC

I have had problems with the transmission since having purchased the truck it has faid twice needing to be replaced and have talked with many others who have had same problem was given your contact info by our attorney generals office I have a complaint registered with them as well.

Filed May 21, 2001 · Transmission · CO

Front hubs will not kick in while in 4- wheel drive. Cause is unknown. But consumer knows another consumer with same defect.

Filed Mar 16, 2001 · Transmission · ME

Front axle housing cracked on 4x4. Dealer notified, and informed consumer vehicle was out of its warranty, and problem was not covered under a manufacturer's recall.

Filed Jan 17, 2001 · Transmission · NC

Was in the process of turning when right rear axle slid out, vehicle stopped. Axle was sitting out from under vehicle. Contacted a tow companyand helped push axle back in, and placed on flatbed. Tow driver indicated possible shear pin came off or broke.

Filed Oct 16, 2000 · Transmission · NM

When applying brakes while towing a trailer, transmission kicked out of gear into neutral. This could cause a bad crash because vehicle was just free wheeling. Ford was contacted about the problem. After taking vehicle to two dealerships, owner was told that transmission was operating normally. *ak any time the driver steps on the brake, the gear shifts automatically to neutral causing safety hazard.

Filed Sep 20, 2000 · Transmission · FL

Transmission warning light keeps flashing on dash. This only happens in overdrive. When the light begins to flash vehicle starts to jerk, it stops when the vehicle is taken out of overdrive. Delaer has been contacted.*ak to take the vehicle out of our drive the vehicle has to stop and the engine should be turned off. Several dealer could not fix the problem.

Questions about the 1997 Ford F-250 transmission

Does the 1997 Ford F-250 have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the transmission of the 1997 Ford F-250, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Ford F-250 transmission problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford F-250 transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 97V171000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford F-250 have bad transmission?

The Ford F-250 model years with the most transmission complaints are 1999 (61 complaints), 1995 (36 complaints) and 1997 (34 complaints).