1998 Ford Taurus
Owners have filed 680 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Ford Taurus. Cruise control is the most reported problem area, at 17% of complaints. Next are brakes (14%) and transmission (9%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 680 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Cruise control 17% of complaints
- Recalls
- 2
- Fuel economy
- 18 to 20 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 680 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Ford Taurus. Cruise control is the most reported problem area, at 17% of complaints. Next are brakes (14%) and transmission (9%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Ford Taurus
Recalls
The 1998 Ford Taurus is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 1998 Ford Taurus. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 20 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 24 highway.