The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The transmission bracket end fitting can separate from the shift cable assembly resulting in operator inability to shift the transmission from one of the drive gear positions into the park position.
The risk
This condition can result in unintended vehicle movement if the parking brake is not set.
The fix
Dealers will install a new transmission shift control cable.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-147 (97V147000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission |
| Report date | September 9, 1997 |
| Owners notified | October 6, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 15,500 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-147 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a new transmission shift control cable.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 15,500 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.