1998 Chrysler Cirrus vs 1998 Ford Taurus
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 Chrysler Cirrus | 1998 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 69 | 545 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 88 | 191 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 61 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 89,000 mi | 88,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Cirrus | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 111 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 74 |
| Power Train | 11 | 69 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 62 |
| Suspension | 5 | 59 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 39 |
| Steering | 3 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 19 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 16 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
1998 Chrysler Cirrus
1998 Ford Taurus
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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.