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1998 Ford Bronco problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Ford Bronco is airbags. It has fewer complaints than a typical Bronco model year.

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Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
2
Worst area
Airbags

The worst 1998 Ford Bronco problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Airbags
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Problems by type

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  • Airbags
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Ford Bronco 2

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 1998 Ford Bronco owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 2, 1999 · Airbags · NY · 1 injury

Airbag light came off and on. Then air bag exploded, and driver sustained back and neck injuries.

Filed Mar 19, 1999 · Visibility · MI

The location of the rearview mirror is too low, obstructing the view on the right side of traffic which may cause an accident. Please provide further information.

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Questions about the 1998 Ford Bronco

Is the 1998 Ford Bronco reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Ford Bronco, fewer than a typical Bronco model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Ford Bronco?

Airbags, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Ford Bronco have?

No recalls on record.

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