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1997 Ford Contour

Owners have filed 314 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford Contour. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and brakes (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
314 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 16% of complaints
Recalls
5
Fuel economy
21 to 24 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 314 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Ford Contour. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 16% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and brakes (11%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Ford Contour

Recalls

The 1997 Ford Contour is affected by 5 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 5 recall campaigns for the 1997 Ford Contour

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1997 Ford Contour. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 30 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Contour