1997 Ford F Super Duty problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires:tread/Belt (6) · Tires (6) · Vehicle Speed Control (2)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Ford F Super Duty model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (96)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train:driveline 2005-01-01 · 04266 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2003-10-30 · 032145 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
external oil leak diagnosis for 7.3l dit engines. various models including 2003 super duty f series. *tt
Electrical System:wiring 2003-10-30 · 032125 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aftermarket wiring alterations - service tip. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2003-10-30 · 032123 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
low rpm, no start, runs poorly, stall. 7.3l dit engine. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2003-10-30 · 032121 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a high number of high pressure rexroth pumps and injection pressure regulators (ipr) are being replaced due to oil leaking, when all that is required is a new gasket or seal on either the pump or ipr. *tt
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2003-10-30 · 032120 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
7.3l dit glow plug start-up on-time during cold temperature - service tip. *tt
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.