Table 1 shows three common equipment related problems of the 1998 Ford Explorer Sport. The number one most common problem is related to the radio/tape cd player (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the equipment (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Radio/tape Cd Player problems | |
| Equipment problems | |
| Air Conditioner problems |
Not a safety item. However there is a radio display problem with the Ford explorer's. I was told by the dealer that the radio display was a common problem in the explorer's. The cost to repair is $275. If this is a common problem, I wonder why it is not a recall item. Read details...
Driver side door will not open. Appears to be stuck in the lock position. Have read numerous websites that it is a defective spring from ace lock CO. Read details...
Blend door in the ventilation system does not operate. Leads to heat in the summer and difficulity defrosting the winshield in the winter. From what I have read this is a common problem on the 1998 explorers. I also had the evaporator tank replaced last year. Read details...