Model year record

1997 Ford Grand Marquis

No recall campaigns on file for this model year. 23 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

No recall campaigns on file for this model year.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe766,025 mi
Electrical system2
Engine and engine cooling286,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system2
Electrical system: ignition: module1
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan1
Engine and engine cooling: engine1
Exterior lighting: brake lights1
Seats: front assembly: recliner1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
Steering1
Structure: frame and members1
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields172,000 mi

The 1996 model has 2 times as many complaints as this one. The 1998 model has 8 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.