When pumping gas in my van an on looker said ( something is dripping running really from under your van) so now when I put in gas I have to watch half the time it leaks when pumping. Am a very loyal ford family when called when seen recall. Guy said I have no idea what you are talking about. I think maybe my family will have to rethink ford since they cannot fix this. I see there are alot of us. *Tr
Vehicle safety record
1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2) and the body, doors & structure (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 3 injuries. There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough Ford E150 years are on file
#229 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 problems
Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150
What owners say
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4 complaints about the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Ford explorer 19'98 - drivers side door will not unlock once locked. Appears that lock mechanism has simply malfunctioned. Have to get in and out of vehicle through passenger side. Tried all attempts to fix, including removind door panel, door will not unlock at all. Help. I hope I dont need to get out of vehicle quickly if something happens.*Ak
Driving on the 10 freeway, my ford wheel cracked, causing my goodyear tire to explode. I could not drive the car off of the freeway. I have obtained estimates for the damage. I have retained the wheel and tire and have taken photographs. The wheel may be defective.*Ak
Driving on expressway home going approxiately 55 -60 miles an hour. Car began to feel odd while driving . Left tire malfunctioned , driver lost the ability to contol car. Ford explorer rolled over, continued to speed across uncoltrollable for about 100 feet in busy expressway. *Ak
1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 | 4 | 0 | - | |
| 1998 Explorer Van Ford Explorer | 6 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1998 Explorer Van GMC Savana | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150
Does the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2), body, doors & structure (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 8, 2004 and the latest on August 22, 2013. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 3 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 1998 Explorer Van Ford E150 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data