1997 Ford Explorer tires problems
Owners reported tires problems in 764 complaints for the 1997 Ford Explorer, 36% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 764 36% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 78,000 miles 15 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 61 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 157 and 35
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When tires problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 5 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 0 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 4 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 1 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 15 tires complaints that report mileage, the median is about 78,000 miles, and 20% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 61 crashes, 2 fires, 157 injuries, 35 deaths.
What owners wrote
Consumer was traveling between 70-80 MPH on the highway and heard a popping noise. Right rear tire exploded, and driver lost control of the vehicle, and veered into the guardrail. Then, vehicle flipped numerous time. Vehicle crashed when it hit the concrete wall. Due to the tire failure, there were 3 injuries and 2 fatalities. (attorney for client) *slc
Dt*: the contact stated the left rear tire blew out while the vehicle was parked in a driveway. The sidewall dryrotted according to the tire dealer. The tires had about 50000 miles of use on them before the blowout. The tires were recommended at 50 psi and were regularly checked for air pressure. The tires had been regularly rotated. The contact stated there was no vibration while driving however a bulge was noticed on it minutes before it popped. The tire was a michelin, size lt23575r15.
Other problems reported for the 1997 Ford Explorer
- Cruise control 213 complaints
- Engine 212 complaints
- Suspension 112 complaints
- Brakes 106 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 97 complaints
- Electrical system 86 complaints
- Transmission 71 complaints
- Fuel system 57 complaints