1997 Ford F460 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 7, 2007 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other F460 years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford F460. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1997 Ford F460 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%———
Vehicle Speed Control1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

1997 Ford F460 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Ford F460.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Engine stalling (EA06012) — opened Jun 22, 2006, closed Dec 7, 2007, led to recall 07V553000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When driving in first or second gear, vehicle deaccelerates. In addition, when taking foot off of gas pedal, vehicle dies out. *ak

Vehicle Speed Control · received Oct 14, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 850718

Other Ford F460 years

YearComplaintsRecalls
199710

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Ford F460?

Owners most often report power train, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford F460?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 Ford F460 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F460 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.