Equipment Related Problems of the 1998 Ford Escort

Table 1 shows seven common equipment related problems of the 1998 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the equipment (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the air conditioner (eight problems).


Recently reported Equipment problems of the 1998 Ford Escort

The Equipment problem

Hello, my complaint concerns the rear coil springs of '98 ish Escorts. In my case, the first spring failed at about 80,000 kms and the second was confirmed just today while having a tire replaced due to a puncture.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

While driving at 45 mph vehicle stalled, and soon after consumer heard something hit the ground. Vehicle was guided to the shoulder, and consumer found that the air conditioner brackets broke. This in turn, caused the ac compressor to fall and rip a hole into the oil pan.   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

Horn will go off without any one touching it. Also, consumer was having a problem with stereo.   Read details...


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