1997 Ford Ranger Review

1997 Ford Ranger is a Regular Cab Pickup 2-dr style car measuring 196.20 in length and 63.80 in height. Made in United States, 1997 Ford Ranger has 10 trims priced by the manufacturer at 15,015 with just total of 7 recalls in the past 1997 Ford Ranger. It’s seating 3 people with 2 doors and a rank size of 20.50 gallon. The engine is 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V and uses 17 - 23 of gasoline in the city and 17 - 23 on highways.

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger
Trims Available: 10
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Engine: 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5A | 5M
Driveline: RWD
Seats: 3
MSRP: $15,015 USD
MPG: 18 - 22 City / 23 - 27 HWY
Tires: 195/70R14
Tank Size: 21 gallon

Ford Ranger 1997 Trims

1997 Ford Ranger XL Reg. Cab Long Bed 2WD

Engine: 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XL Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD

Engine: 3.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XLT Reg. Cab Short Bed 2WD

Engine: 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 16 - 23 City / 22 - 27 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XL Reg. Cab Short Bed 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 16 - 17 City / 20 - 22 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XL Reg. Cab Long Bed 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 16 - 17 City / 20 - 22 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XLT SuperCab 2WD

Engine: 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 18 - 22 City / 23 - 27 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XL SuperCab 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 18 - 22 City / 24 - 27 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger STX SuperCab 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission: 4A | 5A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 16 - 18 City / 21 - 24 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XL SuperCab 4WD

Engine: 3.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 17 - 18 City / 23 - 24 HWY

1997 Ford Ranger XLT Reg. Cab Long Bed 2WD

Engine: 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 16 - 23 City / 22 - 27 HWY

Vin Numbers

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 01X001000 started on /Date(990504000000-0400)/.

Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16, AND 17 INCH TIRES MOUNTED ON FORD TRUCKS AND SUVS. FORD REPORTS TREAD SEPARATION CAN OCCUR DUE TO A COMBINATION OF THE SENSITIVITY OF THE TIRE DESIGN TO STRESS, AGING, AND MANUFACTURING DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PLANTS. FORD IS REPLACING THESE TIRES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THE VEHICLES LISTED BELOW MAY HAVE BEEN ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT TIRES OR MAY HAVE HAD WILDERNESS AT TIRES INSTALLED DURING THE FIRESTONE RECALL LAUNCHED IN AUGUST 2000. CERTAIN 1991 THROUGHT 2002 FORD EXPLORER CERTAIN 2001 THROUGHT 2002 EXPLORER SPORT, AND SPORT TRAC CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 2001 RANGER CERTAIN 1999 THROUGH 2001 EXPEDITION CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994, AND 1997 MODEL YEAR F-SERIES CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994 BRONCO NOTE: BOTH ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT TIRES ARE AFFECTED.

Consequence: SHOULD THE TREAD SEPARATE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.

Recall 00T005000 started on /Date(966830400000-0400)/.

Summary: TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.

Consequence: IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.

Recall 06E026000 started on /Date(1143090000000-0500)/.

Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Recall 08E050000 started on /Date(1218427200000-0400)/.

Summary: K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

Recall 09E012000 started on /Date(1239076800000-0400)/.

Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Recall 09E025000 started on /Date(1242014400000-0400)/.

Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

Recall 09V399000 started on /Date(1255406400000-0400)/.

Summary: FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Consequence: A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.

Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.

FAQ

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If you consider used 1997 Ford Ranger look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 1997 Ford Ranger’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 17 - 23 miles, which is lower then 1996 Ford Ranger.

The 1997 Ford Ranger is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

There are 7 recalls recorded in our database for 1997 Ford Ranger that’s on average above the average number of recalls per car in our database.

With various efficient powertrains, one of the benefits of the 1997 Ford Ranger is its excellent fuel economy. 1997 Ford Ranger has a 2.3L L4 SOHC 8V engine and It gets 17 - 23/23 - 27 mpg city/highway.

Ford All models of 1997

Ford Aerostar

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Aspire

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Club Wagon

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Contour

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Crown Victoria

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Econoline

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Escort

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Escort Wagon

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Expedition

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Explorer

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford F-150

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford F-250

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford F-350

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford F-450 SD

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford F-530

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Mustang

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Probe

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Ranger

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Taurus

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Taurus Wagon

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Thunderbird

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

Ford Windstar

$11,070 - $19,305
17 - 23 City / 23 - 27 HWY
10 Trims
3
true
2.3L L4 SOHC 8V

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