1998 Chevrolet Explorer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 1998 Chevrolet Explorer has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Visibility (3 reports).

0Recalls
5Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Explorer?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Chevrolet Explorer recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer.

Most common 1998 Chevrolet Explorer problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Visibility3
Power Train1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Seats1

What owners report

2004-06-22, Seats
WHILE DRIVING/PARKING DRIVER'S SEAT RECLINED BACKWARDS. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
1999-09-30, Visibility
DOOR MIRROR MALFUNCTIONED. YH
1999-09-21, Visibility
REAR WINDOW WIPER FAILED. YH
1999-03-29, Vehicle Speed Control
EA 9900, GAS PEDAL STICKS, CONSUMER MUST SURGE THE VEHICLE TO MAKE IT MOVE FOWARD. *AK
1998-09-18, Power Train
VEHICLE ROLLS FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS WITH THE SLIGHTEST DECLINE OR UPHILL SITUATION.

1998 Chevrolet Explorer questions

Does the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Explorer?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (3), Power Train (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Chevrolet Explorer has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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