Table 1 shows twelve common steering related problems of the 1998 Ford Contour. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (six problems).
The contact owns a 1998 Ford Contour. While driving approximately 40 mph on a wet road, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the coil springs were damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. Read details...
While driving on i75 around atlanta, car steering failed making car feel like it was hydroplaning but it wasn't. Road conditions were wet with light drizzle. Car veered to left and hit concrete median. Bumper was left hanging by a thread. Car wasn't safe to drive and had towed to body shop. Read details...
Vehicle does not respond to the remote key entry and does not start. Owner believes a defect exists in the factory installed alarm system. Read details...