1998 Ford Contour vs 1998 Mazda Millenia
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 Ford Contour | 1998 Mazda Millenia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 846 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 253 | 89 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 50 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 20 |
| Median reported mileage | 85,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Contour | Mazda Millenia |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 132 | 5 |
| Power Train | 128 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 130 | 2 |
| Suspension | 102 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 99 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 83 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 62 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 43 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 64 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 41 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 35 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 0 |
| Overheating | 17 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 14 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 0 |
1998 Ford Contour
1998 Mazda Millenia
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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.