1998 Ford Explorer Sport problems by component
121 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Ford Explorer Sport, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages → | 33 | 27% | 88,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 18 | 15% | 101,500 mi |
| Seats → | 14 | 12% | 97,500 mi |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 12 | 10% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 12 | 10% | — |
| Tires → | 11 | 9% | — |
| Equipment | 8 | 7% | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 6% | — |
| Structure | 5 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | — |
| Steering | 3 | 2% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2% | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 2% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.