Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Ford / Explorer sport / 1998
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
004115459 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford explorer sport. the contact stated that when he turns the key in the unlocked door of his vehicle, the doors become
007115165 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The locks on my doors keep locking by themselves and the driver side door wont unlock unless you beat it to death the back latch does not open at all
000105586 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I spoke with 3 other mothers that have 1998 explorer and on each the middle seat belt won't work, i have three little grandchildren, and because of
005105507 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Driver's side power door lock did not unlock either with the key or lock button. it took many attempts to get the door unlocked, leaving me no
007104322 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford explorer sport. front driver seat lever will not stay in place. driving on the road one afternoon, the seat
007099871 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 RIGHT FRONT STEERING KNUCKLE CRACKED IN HALF, CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING AND A RESULTING CRASH. *AK
007099193 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 My vehicle is currently experiencing the same problem as the previous complaint. the door locks will not unlock with a key or the unlock button when
007096080 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 On the way home from work, pulled into driveway and noticed the engine was on fire, contacted the local fire department who responded and extinguish
006095619 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The door locks will not unlock with a key or the unlock button when locked(electrical). my vehicle is not the only one. i have spoken with 5 others in
005095081 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have a 1998 ford explorer sport 2 door 4wd with a single rear leaf spring on each side the truck sits about 1-2 inches lower on the left side and
007094898 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Nhtsa campaign #03v281000 seats:front assembly:recliner i have a 1998 ford explorer sport, which was subject to the above recall. i took my vehicle
007092927 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I lost my windshield wipers, dome lights and chimes, windows, radio, 4x4. after diagnostic tests, i was told i need a new gem module. after doing a
006087008 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The "blend door actuator" that came with the vehicle is defective and has been replaced with a new improved part (f87z-18471-da) at the customer
006087007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The "blend door actuator" that came with the vehicle is defective and has been replaced with a new improved part (f87z-18471-da) at the customer
003075683 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I was in an automobile accident 12/2003 my seat belt did not restrain me, i was the passenger in my 1998 ford explorer sport. the car ran into a
006075368 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 This is not an emergency problem or safety issue but it should still be investigated. i own a 1998 ford explorer and the lights on the radio panel no
004074032 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 the driver's side door lock is no longer able to be unlocked with the key or by the power lock switch. if it is locked accidentally, it is impossible
006072882 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 1998 FORD EXPLORER CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED IN GARAGE. *JB
002071869 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The driver's side door lock is no longer able to be unlocked with the key or by the power lock switch. if it is locked accidentally, it is impossible
006069469 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 MY 1998 FORD EXPLORER CAUGHT FIRE IN MY GARAGE AFTER BEING PARKED FOR 3 HOURS CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE HOUSE. *NM
006067103 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 98 FORD EXPLORER SPORT ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE 10 MINUTES AFTER VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT RESIDENCE- ENGINE COMPLETELY BURNED LEAVING VEHICLE TOTALED. *NM
006060174 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I arrived back from taking my son to the park at approximately 6:00pm, watched tv and then fired up the grill around 7:45pm. i came back in the house
005048814 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I am the primary driver of my niece's 1998 ford explorer sport. one afternoon i drove the 1998 ford explorer sport to the supermarket, and pharmacy.
005046100 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 1998 ford explorer, plenum door failure, resulting in no heat. cannot defrost windows causing safety hazard. after much research, common problem with
005041634 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 2 DOOR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED IN THE GARAGE. IT WAS NOT TURNED ON IT JUST CAUGHT FIRE ON IT'S OWN. *JB
005036344 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Dt: the driver's side door will not unlock by key, remote or the inside handle. when the consumer contacted the dealer and manufacturer, they told
005033496 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have already put in one complaint on my 1998 ford explorer, but now i got it back a few days ago from the dealer they checked it and found out it
005031407 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Dt: the drivers side door was completely locked, the remote key pad or keys did not work. had used the remote to unlock doors the same as always.
005029537 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
005028756 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Always in the summer and sometimes during the fall/winter, the air flow sensor makes a loud, humming noise and eventually the car sometimes shuts off
003023518 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I own a 1998 ford explorer. it only has 23,000 miles on it. i have had nothing but trouble with it. the most recent problems are i hear a loud noise
005019115 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Timing belt and intake manifold which ford says it will not cover and also my warrenty company, i had to pay 1900.00 to fix this problem. i have a 98
005017744 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 After vehicle was parked for six hours the owner was awakened by some neighbors and informed that vehicle was on fire. which was coming out of the
005017743 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 After vehicle was parked for six hours the owner was awakened by some neighbors and informed that vehicle was on fire. which was coming out of the
005016751 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 My car hyper-accelerates at random even when the brake is on it has caused 2 accidents resulting in property damage one recent which the injury
005016296 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have a 1998 ford explorer sports that caught on fire while the engine was off and parked in my garage. i parked the car at around 7:00 pm and around
005016203 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Driver's side door will not unlock with key, remote, key pad entry or with door handle inside. apparently, this is a common problem with 1998
005014642 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I took my 1998 ford explorer sport to my local dealership because my brake lights were not working (i can only guess how long they were not operating
998014603 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Rear wiper motor has been replaced twice by dealer under warranty. this is known faulty design. wiper jams and has to be physically rocked to unjam
005013810 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Please be advised that on 3/29/05 while driving my 1998 ford expedition xlt the door ajar light came on and the interior lights came on and the
005013809 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Please be advised that on 3/29/05 while driving my 1998 ford expedition xlt the door ajar light came on and the interior lights came on and the
005012170 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Speed control switch failed on my 1998 ford explorer, resulting in cruise control failure, major electrical short circuit, blown 20a fuse, no tail
005012169 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Speed control switch failed on my 1998 ford explorer, resulting in cruise control failure, major electrical short circuit, blown 20a fuse, no tail
004009342 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 1998 ford explorer caught fire at 4:30 am,under the hood engulfed in flames called fire dept they came and put fire out. the whole entire motor, and
004009216 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The door locking mechanism of my driver side door of my 1998 ford explorer sport is broken. a small metal pin broke which makes this locking
005006660 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Door lock was not working when it was cold. now, door lock on driver's side is completely out, the key just turns in the lock and does not work. the
005006659 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Door lock was not working when it was cold. now, door lock on driver's side is completely out, the key just turns in the lock and does not work. the
004004334 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED AFTER A HEAD-ON COLLISION. *AK
003003980 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Fire under the hood of a 1998 ford explorer sport. the vehicle had been parked and the ignition turned off for over 4 hours. the vehicle was
004310037 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Cannot open driver's side door. automatic door opener does not work, door handle does not open door, key does not open door. the only way to exit the
002309874 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 CD'S GET VERY HOT. DISPLAY HAS FAILED. AM BAND IS ALL STATIC. *NM
004305439 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The driver side door lock failed. the consumer had to climb over to the passenger side to get out. the locking mechanism on the door was defective. *
004301752 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Driver side power door lock does not unlock either with the key or lock button. it takes many attempts to get the door unlocked leaving me no choice
004301101 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Driver's side door will not unlock with or without key - will not unlock or open from the inside or the outside. the problem is apparently wide
004301015 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Driver'sw side door lock will not unlock. tried holding the handle and pressing unlock buttons on the door and keyless remote. door will not open
004298858 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT OPEN WITH THE KEY LOCK OR THE REMOTE, FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. *JB *TC
004296572 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO EXIT OR ENTER THE VEHICLE IN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK
004289105 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving at 55 mph consumer felt vibration in the gas pedal. the gas pedal went to the floor and vehicle accelerated to near 100 mph.
004282810 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 1998 ford explorer sport driver's seat back lever was always being bent down as driver would exit suv, causing handle to jam against seat frame.
001282761 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The lights went out on the radio display for my explorer. the unit still played however you couldn't see what track, the volume, or what radio station
003267562 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Ever since i bought my vehicle the rear end sags lower than should be expected on my 1998 ford explorer sport. i said something to the dealership
002265551 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have a 98 ford explorer sport. the radio works but does not have a lighting display. the dealer informed me that they know of the problem and that
004263718 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving the consumer's seat back collapsed almost causing an accident. the consumer received a recall related to this failure the day after
0000262098 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 CONSUMER SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS ON A BOLT THAT ATTACHED TO THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM. *LA THE VENTILATION SYSTEM LEAKED. *JB
0000262097 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 CONSUMER SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS ON A BOLT THAT ATTACHED TO THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM. *LA THE VENTILATION SYSTEM LEAKED. *JB
0000254371 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving driver heard a rattling noise. mechanic believed it was the cam shaft. took vehicle to ford, and ford stated the motor needed to be
003251821 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I bought a used 1998 ford explorer for my wife and at 135,000 miles the cam tensioner broke, putting a hole in the valve cover and possibly ruining
003249474 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Drivers-side door does not open by using the key, power-lock/unlock button or pulling the inside handle. this is supposed to be a safety feature in
002247037 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Over the last year my 1998 ford explorer 2 door sport has been loosing some interior electrical features. the first was the display lights on the
002247036 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Over the last year my 1998 ford explorer 2 door sport has been loosing some interior electrical features. the first was the display lights on the
002247035 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Over the last year my 1998 ford explorer 2 door sport has been loosing some interior electrical features. the first was the display lights on the
003238634 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The driver's door cannot be opened from the outside when the door is locked and you attempt to unlock it using the keyless remote or the keyed lock.
003238523 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving down the road, i heard a snap and a pop like a fanbelt broke. i lost all power. this includes power steering and air conditioning. i
0000237972 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 When the consumer attempted to unlock the driver side door but it failed to open from the inside although the door locks were in the unlocked position
003237218 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 WHILE DRIVING DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT RECLINES WITHOUT WARNING. *AK
003236500 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have a 1998 explorer sport suv. i am having trouble with the automatic locks not opening and locking me inside the vehicle. i have to push the
003236318 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Received a recall notice from ford motor corp and telephoned them about another matter. namely when breaking my 1998 ford sport explorer, it suddenly
003235972 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Drivers side seat recline lever broke off. the seat is unable to move forward, preventing access to the rear from the drivers side. the metal is too
0000235384 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE CONSUMER FELT THAT RECALL #03V281000 WAS NOT ADEQUATE ENOUGH TO CORRECT THE DEFECT. THE PROBLEM REMAINED. *AK *SC *JB
0000235049 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 When trying to open driver's side door from inside handle had to be pulled at least ten times before the door would open. consumer was concerned
002228500 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 All 1998 v-6 explorer engines (not sure if other models are involved) have a problem with carbon buildup. my 1998 exloroer sport was diagnosed with
002220286 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT SEAT RECLINER ON MY 1998 FORD EXPLORER SPORT BROKE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. *NLM
002220096 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 VEHICLE MAKES A VERY LOUD HUMMING NOISE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON AND THE CAR IS RUNNING, ESPECIALLY WHEN IDLING OR IN TRAFFIC.*AK
003217013 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Smoke came out of the steering column and park lights turned on although the light switch was in the "off" position. also moving the multifunction
003201815 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 WHILE TRAVELLING AT 75 MPH ON I-10, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT DOOR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED AND DISINTEGRATED.
002200545 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK WHEN IT WAS FULLY DEPRESSED. *DT *JB
001200535 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 vehicle has air leaks in the intake manifold which causes the vehicle to have an erratic idle. dealer notified. please provide additional
001194033 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have the same problems in my ford. service bulletin number: 01205 ,0232 and 15406 some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the
001194032 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have the same problems in my ford. service bulletin number: 01205 ,0232 and 15406 some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the
000159102 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving, vehicle will unexpectedly accelerate to very high rpms without warning. problem occurs when vehicle stops at traffic lights, when
000159101 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving, vehicle will unexpectedly accelerate to very high rpms without warning. problem occurs when vehicle stops at traffic lights, when
001028087 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While in motion, consumer was involved in a rollover accident. the hydraulic rack burst, causing loss of hydraulic fluid, loss of control and the
999022832 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Consumer state that on july 3 1999 while sitting in passenger seat the car suddenly went out of control and rolled over mulitiple times, as a result
998016214 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving on the interstate, consumer states she heard a tremendous noise and the vehicle became hard to steer, she pulled over to the side of the
003231329 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Both seat release latches have broken off. back of drivers seat will not release(tilt forward) to allow access to back seat. passenger seat would not
0000230593 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE POWER DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *JB
0000230108 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE POWER DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *JB
002228985 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 All 1998 v-6 explorer engines (not sure if other models are involved) have a problem with carbon buildup. my 1998 exloroer sport was diagnosed with
002220771 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT SEAT RECLINER ON MY 1998 FORD EXPLORER SPORT BROKE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING. *NLM
003220586 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Drivers side seat back collapsed and broke while driving at 55 mph. therefore the seat back adjustment handle no longer works. also, the frame
003220585 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Drivers side seat back collapsed and broke while driving at 55 mph. therefore the seat back adjustment handle no longer works. also, the frame
002220581 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 VEHICLE MAKES A VERY LOUD HUMMING NOISE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON AND THE CAR IS RUNNING, ESPECIALLY WHEN IDLING OR IN TRAFFIC.*AK
003220101 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Drivers side seat back collapsed and broke while driving at 55 mph. therefore the seat back adjustment handle no longer works. also, the frame
003220100 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Drivers side seat back collapsed and broke while driving at 55 mph. therefore the seat back adjustment handle no longer works. also, the frame
003219779 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003217012 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Smoke came out of the steering column and park lights turned on although the light switch was in the "off" position. also moving the multifunction
003209372 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003209371 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003209370 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003209369 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003208893 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003208892 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003208891 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003208890 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 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
003202288 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 WHILE TRAVELLING AT 75 MPH ON I-10, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT DOOR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED AND DISINTEGRATED.
001201008 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 vehicle has air leaks in the intake manifold which causes the vehicle to have an erratic idle. dealer notified. please provide additional
001194498 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have the same problems in my ford. service bulletin number: 01205 ,0232 and 15406 some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the
001194497 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I have the same problems in my ford. service bulletin number: 01205 ,0232 and 15406 some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the
002193446 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I was changing fuses in the engine compartment of our 98 explorer and the hood slammed shut on my hand and fingers. the pistons that held the hood up
002193144 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 I was changing fuses in the engine compartment of our 98 explorer and the hood slammed shut on my hand and fingers. the pistons that held the hood up
002181974 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL GOT STUCK AND VEHICLE SPED UP TO ABOUT 80MPH BEFORE SLOWING DOWN, IT WAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM.*AK
002181964 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL GOT STUCK AND VEHICLE SPED UP TO ABOUT 80MPH BEFORE SLOWING DOWN, IT WAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM.*AK
000159109 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving, vehicle will unexpectedly accelerate to very high rpms without warning. problem occurs when vehicle stops at traffic lights, when
000159108 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving, vehicle will unexpectedly accelerate to very high rpms without warning. problem occurs when vehicle stops at traffic lights, when
001028091 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While in motion, consumer was involved in a rollover accident. the hydraulic rack burst, causing loss of hydraulic fluid, loss of control and the
999022836 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 Consumer state that on july 3 1999 while sitting in passenger seat the car suddenly went out of control and rolled over mulitiple times, as a result
000016746 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The consumer swerved to avoid an oncoming car, after the vehicle was back on the road the right rear firestone (wilderness at p235/75r15) tire blewout
998016218 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 While driving on the interstate, consumer states she heard a tremendous noise and the vehicle became hard to steer, she pulled over to the side of the
000014961 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The firestone tire blewout causing the consumer to loose control of the vehicle and crash into a tree, the driver sustained whiplash, back, neck,
000014957 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 1998 The firestone tire blewout causing the consumer to loose control of the vehicle and crash into a tree, the driver sustained whiplash, back, neck,

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