1998 Chrysler Town and Country vs 1998 Ford Expedition
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Chrysler Town and Country | 1998 Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 296 | 836 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 134 | 294 |
| Investigations | 6 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 73 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 13–15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 97,000 mi | 110,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Town and Country | Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 67 | 127 |
| Electrical System | 62 | 115 |
| Suspension | 18 | 144 |
| Power Train | 30 | 70 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 78 |
| Steering | 30 | 52 |
| Visibility | 8 | 59 |
| Air Bags | 45 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 24 | 0 |
| Stalling | 20 | 32 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 27 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 8 |
| Overheating | 11 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 24 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
1998 Chrysler Town and Country
1998 Ford Expedition
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.