1998 Ford Taurus
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Ford Taurus is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 41 on record.
1998 Ford Taurus at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1998 Ford Taurus recalls 4
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TEXT AND/OR GRAPHICS FOR THE VEHICLE HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE OWNER GUIDES ARE NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAR. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: OWNER GUIDES CONTAINING REVISED AIMING INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL SEAT TRACKS. THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE ATTACHING STUD MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED. THIS HEAT TREATMENT MAY HAVE RESULTED IN CRACKS DEVELOPING IN THE STUD.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE MOUNTING BRACKET AND STUD ASSEMBLY.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
1998 Ford Taurus common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 587 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1998 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1998 Ford Taurus worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1998 Ford Taurus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1998 Ford Taurus trims & engines on record
1998 Ford Taurus vehicles on record
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U4WA109234
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52S9WG117471
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52S5WG250230
1998 Ford Taurus LX1FAFP52S9WA128361
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U9WA258092
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52S2WA205474
1998 Ford Taurus LX1FAFP52U9WA181157
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP53S3WA207992
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP53SXWA105878
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP57U9WA200959
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U7WA122754
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U7WA167189
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP57UXWA277890
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP53S7WA187181
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP53S5WA241187
1998 Ford Taurus LX1FAFP52U4WA152231
1998 Ford Taurus LX1FAFP52U4WA154092
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U1WA104458
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52S0WA243611
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U2WA152308
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52S9WG278693
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52SXWG145019
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP52U4WA275060
1998 Ford Taurus SE1FAFP53S7WG151827
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1998 Ford Taurus — frequently asked questions
Does the 1998 Ford Taurus have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1998 Ford Taurus. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford Taurus?
Based on 587 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, service brakes, structure.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Ford Taurus get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1998 Ford Taurus at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 1998 Ford Taurus worth?
Comparable 1998 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $500–$1,895, typically around $1,050 (from 20 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.