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0–100 km/h
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What owners say
Overview
Sentiment is sharply divided by generation and powertrain. For models equipped with the 4.9L V8 (available until 1991), feedback is generally positive, describing it as a "great engine." However, the dominant narrative centers on the notori
Best version
Insufficient owner data available to declare a consensus "best" version. A recurring theme is that well-maintained, low-mileage examples from any year are prized, but the inherent design flaws of the Northstar engine remain a universal cave
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 105 | 2 | engine and engine cooling |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices2 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
1997 · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingscampaign 04V110000
SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L V8 ENGINES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE NYLON TUBING USED IN THE FUEL RAIL CONSTRUCTION MAY DEGRADE AND CRACK. ADDITIONALLY, THE 1995 MODEL YEAR USES A UNIQUE UNDERHOOD FUEL RETURN LINE THAT MAY CRACK. CRACKING OF THE FUEL RAIL OR RETURN LINE TUBING CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEA
1997 · service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipcampaign 97V064000
THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TO CYCLE DURING A NON-ABS BRAKE APPLICATION.
Specifications
Generation
Version
4.6 i V8 32 (305 Hp)
From 1997-2004
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