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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1998 Ford Explorer body / paint problems

body / paint problem

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1998 Ford Explorer Owner Comments

problem #3

Jan 032001

(reported on)

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Rear hatch does not close properly. Nlm

- Harrisburg, PA, USA

problem #2

Jul 211998

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Left and right rear windows hinges threads wore out, screw and window fell off on the driver hand and damaged left side of the car.

- Aberdeen, MD, USA

problem #1

Feb 011999

(reported on)

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Hatchback latch is loose, hatchback door does not open straight up. Mgm

- Spokane, WA, USA

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