1997 Ford F-350 power train problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 1997 Ford F-350 — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“On the passenger side of the engine pan the dipstick adapter was manufactured poorly. The oil from the crankcase has caused the oring to swell and leak oil. The oil leak is getting on the starter and clutch. The oil can cause a short in the electrical system. This can cause an accident or death…”
filed Oct 24, 2019
“While driving between 55-60 mph motor vibrated, followed by a loud bang. Consumer pulled off the road, and had vehicle towed to the dealership. The two piece flywheel came apart, which caused the transmission housing to crack where the transfer case (4-wheel drive was located. Dealership indicated…”
filed Dec 14, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
042107 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 13, 2004
Power Train problems in other F-350 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 F-350 | 7 | 8% |
| 2013 F-350 | 5 | 7% |
| 2012 F-350 | 9 | 6% |
| 2011 F-350 | 9 | 7% |
| 2009 F-350 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 F-350 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 F-350 | 3 | 8% |
| 2006 F-350 | 3 | 2% |
| 2005 F-350 | 5 | 4% |
| 2004 F-350 | 18 | 11% |
| 2003 F-350 | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 F-350 | 10 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Ford F-350
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.