Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 Ford Contour. The number one most common problem is related to the hood latch (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the door latch (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems |
1998 Ford Contour, vehicle hood came loose and hit the roof of the vehicle. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0296-90) Read details...
Passenger side rear door could not be opened from the inside. Dealer stated latch failed. Read details...
Driver's side seat belt locked up, had to untwist belt to use it. Also, rear window fell out, nothing had hit it/ignition key switch would rattle when inserting key & taking it out, and sun roof lock was not working. Sunroof could not be opened or closed . Read details...