1998 Ford Escort vs 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
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 Escort | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 375 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 34 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 84 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 22–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escort | Mitsubishi Galant |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 75 | 2 |
| Suspension | 50 | 8 |
| Power Train | 43 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 49 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 32 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 19 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 17 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 25 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
1998 Ford Escort
1998 Mitsubishi Galant
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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.