1997 Ford Louisville Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 1997 Ford Louisville problems

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

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

Service brakes, airReported March 15, 1999 · 1,687 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with optional wabco air dryer. The air brake system was plumbed so that the systems did not provide air reservoir isolation. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
Risk: The air brake reservoir pressure could be depleted, activating the emergency spring brake. With the emergency spring brake deployed, the vehicle would stop and could not be moved until the brake air system was repaired.
Remedy: Dealers will repair the air line plumbing to install a check valve.

Recall number 99V050000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported March 20, 1997 · 3 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with fd1060 and fd1460 diesel engines and optional manual fuel shutoff systems. The hand control of the manual fuel shutoff system, mounted on the vehicle's instrument panel, is labeled with the words "shutoff fuel lock", and these words are not illuminated other than by the cab's interior lights. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 101, "controls and displays."
Risk: Due to the lack of illumination and incomplete labeling of the manual fuel shutoff system, a driver may not identify the hand control to shut off fuel supply to the engine.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the manual fuel shutoff system with the standard automatic key-off fuel control system.

Recall number 97V041000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: low pressure warning: switchReported October 15, 1996 · 500 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The air brake system was manufactured having air brake pressure release times of approximately 1.5 seconds. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
Risk: This condition can result in slight trailer brake drag and tire scuffing increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will install a quick release valve in the air pressure release systems.

Recall number 96V200000 · Recall details

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

Is the 1997 Ford Louisville reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Ford Louisville.

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

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1997 Ford Louisville have?

3 recalls, covering service brakes, air and fuel system, gasoline.

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.