One problem related to service engine light on has been reported for the 1998 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Service engine soon light appeared on dash. The consumer stated the trouble dated back to the recall, prior to the recall there were no problems. The dealer stated the problem was due to an over sensitive sensor or air being in the gas tank. The problem was determined to be a bogus code. Nar 1/21/2003.