Most common 1998 Ford ZX2 (escort) problems
Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford ZX2 (escort) complaints by model year
Best ZX2 (escort) years: 2000, 1998, 2003. Years to avoid: 2001, 1999, 2002. Compare all years →
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 Ford ZX2 (escort) a good car?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1998 ZX2 (escort) rates better than average: 43% fewer complaints than a typical year of the ZX2 (escort) at the same age. It is one of the best ZX2 (escort) years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Ford ZX2 (escort)?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine › gasoline › belts and associated pulleys. Next are the body & structure (1) and transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many recalls does the 1998 Ford ZX2 (escort) have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Ford ZX2 (escort). You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford ZX2 (escort)?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2000, 1998 and 2003. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001, 1999 and 2002. See the full Ford ZX2 (escort) years comparison.
At what mileage do 1998 Ford ZX2 (escort) problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 117,000 miles; 25% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.