While driving/parking driver's seat reclined backwards. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The worst 1998 Chevrolet Explorer problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Visibility2
- Acceleration1
- Seats1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Visibility2
- Acceleration1
- Seats1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1998 Chevrolet Explorer owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Ea 9900, gas pedal sticks, consumer must surge the vehicle to make it move foward.
Door mirror malfunctioned. Yh
Rear window wiper failed. Yh
Vehicle rolls forwards or backwards with the slightest decline or uphill situation.
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Questions about the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer
Is the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer, fewer than a typical Explorer model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer have?
No recalls on record.
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