1998 Ford Escort steering problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1998 Ford Escort — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford escort. The contact stated that the steering locked up while driving. She pulled to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle, however, it failed to restart immediately. She stated that the power steering fluid was dark colored and leaking. The dealer…”
filed Aug 30, 2007
“Dt: consumer took 1998 ford escort for a oil change on september 30, 2005. The mechanic found both rear coils springs broke. The rear struts were damaged, and the left front tie rod was broken. The mileage on my vehicle at time of service was 71, 127 miles. The consumer used the car for shopping…”
filed Oct 7, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Escort years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Escort | 3 | 9% |
| 2001 Escort | 5 | 7% |
| 2000 Escort | 4 | 4% |
| 1999 Escort | 16 | 5% |
| 1997 Escort | 22 | 4% |
| 1996 Escort | 10 | 5% |
| 1995 Escort | 19 | 3% |
| 1994 Escort | 11 | 4% |
| 1993 Escort | 13 | 3% |
| 1992 Escort | 4 | 2% |
| 1991 Escort | 12 | 4% |
| 1990 Escort | 5 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Ford Escort
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.