1998 Ford Mustang suspension problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1998 Ford Mustang — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford mustang. Immediately after the vehicle was purchased, it was inspected by an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that the ignition wires and engine needed to be replaced. The mechanic also diagnosed that the vehicle needed to be properly aligned. The…”
filed May 28, 2015
“My vehicle has loss of steering control. Found recall for this issue on line, however, my vin number does not correspond. I called nhtsa and they suggested I file a complaint. My vehicle has no external leaks or worn or torn suspension parts, it must have internal damage to steering gear. Ford does…”
filed Apr 21, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Mustang years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Mustang | 2 | 3% |
| 2022 Mustang | 2 | 4% |
| 2021 Mustang | 3 | 5% |
| 2020 Mustang | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 Mustang | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 Mustang | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 Mustang | 8 | 2% |
| 2015 Mustang | 8 | 2% |
| 2014 Mustang | 6 | 2% |
| 2013 Mustang | 6 | 2% |
| 2012 Mustang | 16 | 3% |
| 2011 Mustang | 4 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Ford Mustang
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.