1997 Ford Probe engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 15 complaints for the 1997 Ford Probe, 39% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 15 40% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
Vehicle was driven less than 2 miles and caught on fire in the engine compartment. The vehicle was totalled. Recall NHTSA 98v-206/ manufacturer's recall 98s30. Dealer inspected timing belt tensioner, and stated that it was ok.