Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1998 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (30 problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (twelve problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems |
The contact owns a 1998 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that when the vehicle was parked, the front passenger side door did not open from the inside or outside. The contact stated that the passenger had to climb over and go out of the front driver's side door. Read details...
I drive a 1998 Ford Explorer sport. Over the past two years, the locks on both the driver and passenger door have jammed, preventing the occupant from opening the door. The repairs have been very costly (around $800 total), and the faulty/jammed locks have posed significant safety concerns, since Read details...
Lifted hood, engaged hydraulic air lift feature to hold hood up. Hood suddenly and without warning fell, striking my left upper arm, causing severe bruising and pain. No action taken yet to remedy situation other than I will not open hood unless I have a stick or some sort of device to hold hood Read details...