1997 Ford Econoline service brakes, hydraulic problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1997 Ford Econoline — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford econoline. The contact stated that while driving at any speed, the brakes malfunctioned. The contact had to apply the brakes several times before they would engage. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The manufacturer, when called, stated that the master…”
filed Oct 25, 2010
“Consumer stated that when applying the anti lock brakes at 40 mph the brakes will lock up causing the consumer to have a vehicle rollover. Dealer notified. Ts”
filed Jan 23, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Econoline years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Econoline | 2 | 9% |
| 2002 Econoline | 2 | 9% |
| 2000 Econoline | 3 | 8% |
| 1999 Econoline | 15 | 18% |
| 1998 Econoline | 7 | 15% |
| 1996 Econoline | 18 | 22% |
| 1995 Econoline | 25 | 34% |
| 1994 Econoline | 29 | 23% |
| 1993 Econoline | 7 | 11% |
| 1992 Econoline | 10 | 12% |
| 1991 Econoline | 6 | 25% |
| 1990 Econoline | 14 | 47% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Ford Econoline
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.