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1998 Ford Explorer

The 1998 Ford Explorer has 2,374 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (32%) concerns tires. Next are cruise control (12%) and engine (8%).

At a glance

Complaints
2,374 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Tires 32% of complaints
Recalls
9
Fuel economy
14 to 17 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 1998 Ford Explorer has 2,374 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (32%) concerns tires. Next are cruise control (12%) and engine (8%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Ford Explorer

Recalls

The 1998 Ford Explorer is affected by 9 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 9 recall campaigns for the 1998 Ford Explorer

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 8 versions of the 1998 Ford Explorer. Combined fuel economy ranges from 14 to 17 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 15 city / 20 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Explorer