1998 Buick Skylark vs 1998 Ford Escort
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Buick Skylark | 1998 Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 375 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 125 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 84 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 25–28 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Skylark | Ford Escort |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | 75 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 49 |
| Suspension | 1 | 50 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 43 |
| Power Train | 0 | 43 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 32 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 25 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 17 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
1998 Buick Skylark
1998 Ford Escort
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.