1998 Ford Taurus SHO
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1998
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 21 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.
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Brake line corrosion and separation causing failure of the brakes. Resulting in also front sway and link bar damage. No brakes. Front sway bars break when vehicle is turned a certain degree.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-09-07
Also filed under Power train and structure
Power train
4 of 10 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and automatic transmission.
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Speedometer shut down at highway speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-04
Speedometer shuts down at highway speed. Took to dealer and they can't duplicate problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-04
Suspension
2 of 10 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing stabilizer bar and coil springs.
Structure
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hood.
Service brakes
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-05-26Service brakes, hydraulic16E026000 Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598,...
Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.
Buy-smart checklist
1998 Ford Taurus SHO — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16E026000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Ford Taurus SHO reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford Taurus SHO?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Ford Taurus SHO have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.