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1997 Eagle Vision problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1997 Eagle Vision sits mid-pack among Vision years: 42 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 48, with 2 recalls and 3 closed investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across steering (7), transmission (7), and fuel system (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

42

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

3

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1997 compare to other Vision years?

Vision NHTSA complaints by model year, 1997 highlighted221 complaints1992: 1 complaints1993: 221 complaints1994: 195 complaints1995: 166 complaints1996: 53 complaints1997: 42 complaints2000: 1 complaints2003: 2 complaints
Vision NHTSA complaints by model year, 1997 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1997 Eagle Vision problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission717%
Steering717%
Fuel System512%
Engine512%
Suspension410%
Lighting37%
Speed Control37%
Brakes25%
Electrical System25%
Tires & Wheels25%
Seat Belts12%
Visibility & Wipers12%

Does the 1997 Eagle Vision have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

04V021000TransmissionJanuary 13, 2004 · 2,315,768 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.

Consequence

EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

98V184000Fuel SystemAugust 6, 1998 · 722,600 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RINGS OR FROM A CRACKED FUEL LINE, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO A DEALER TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“VEHICLE HAS BEEN CONSTANT PROBLEM AND SAFETY HAZARD CAN NOT BE TRUSTED TO LEAVE CITY AREA FOR IT CONSTANLTY BREAK DOWNS. NO SAFETY DEFECTS MENTIOND IN SUMMARY. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 18, 1999 · crash

“1997 EAGLE VISION WITH 64K MILES STARTED EXPERIENCING VIBRATION ON BRAKING, DURING INSPECTION THE INNER TIE ROD BUSHING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CAR IS WORN AND EXHIBITS TOO MUCH PLAY. INTERNET SEARCH RESULTS REVEAL THIS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM ON THIS FAMILY OF VEHICLES. *JB”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 17, 2006

“THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO A FUEL LEAKAGE. CHRYSLER IS CURRENTLY RECALLING THIS MAKE, MODEL AND YEAR, HOWEVER THE OWNER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED BY CHRYSLER OF THE RECALL. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · fire

“VEHICLE HAS BEEN CONSTANT PROBLEM AND SAFETY HAZARD CAN NOT BE TRUSTED TO LEAVE CITY AREA FOR IT CONSTANLTY BREAK DOWNS. NO SAFETY DEFECTS MENTIOND IN SUMMARY. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 18, 1999 · crash

“TIRES & RIMS WERE TOO LARGE FOR VEHICLE HUBS. VEHICLE WOULD DRIFT & VIBRATE. TOOK VEHICLE BACK & MECHANIC DID NOTHING ABOUT TIRES OR RIMS. WAS INFORMED IT WAS STABLIZER PIN & IT WAS REPLACED. HAD THE FRONT END ALIGNED. BUT, PROBLEM STILL PRESENT AFTER TWO TIRES WERE BOUGHT. TAKING VEHICLE BACK TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · October 26, 2000

1997 Eagle Vision — common questions

Is the 1997 Eagle Vision reliable?

It is close to typical for the Vision: 42 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 3 investigations on file.

What are the most common 1997 Vision problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (7 complaints), transmission (7 complaints), fuel system (5 complaints).

Does the 1997 Eagle Vision have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1997 Eagle Vision. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1997 Eagle Vision under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Eagle Vision years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Vision years to avoid are 1993, 1994, 1995. The cleanest record among Vision years belongs to 2000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.