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Feb 26, 2023 Seat Belts

Drivers side seat belt buckle does not work. The tongue on the long strap does not lock into the buckle at the seat. I think this may be a recall problem with other models and/or years, but not 1996 Ford Rangers.

Feb 26, 2023 Seat Belts

Drivers side seat belt buckle does not work. The tongue on the long strap does not lock into the buckle at the seat. I think this may be a recall problem with other models and/or years, but not 1996 Ford Rangers.

Dec 6, 2022 Unknown Or Other Fire

heading back from picking up meal at pizza hut when "POP" sound from front of truck and then cabin filled with smoke. within 20-30 seconds of exiting the car it was in flames (See attached photos) recall notification was never sent to current owner and current owner didnt own in 2009 when it was fir...

Dec 6, 2022 Unknown Or Other Fire

heading back from picking up meal at pizza hut when "POP" sound from front of truck and then cabin filled with smoke. within 20-30 seconds of exiting the car it was in flames (See attached photos) recall notification was never sent to current owner and current owner didnt own in 2009 when it was fir...

Feb 9, 2022 Seat Belts

Drivers side seat belt buckle does not release. Broken about ten years. Currently using middle seat belt buckle.

Feb 9, 2022 Seat Belts

Drivers side seat belt buckle does not release. Broken about ten years. Currently using middle seat belt buckle.

Oct 25, 2020 Structure 200,000 mi

MY 96 FORD RANGER HAS TREMENDOUS FRAME ROT ON THE DRIVE SIDE AT THE FRONT OF THE SPRING SHACKLES. SOMEONE HAD SPRAYED RHINO LINER LIKE MATERIAL ON THE ROT TO COVER IT UP OR TO TRY TO MAKE IT HOLD. THE REST OF THE FRAME IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION EXCEPT FOR IT BEING ALMOST BROKEN INTO AT THE GAS TAN...

Oct 25, 2020 Suspension 200,000 mi

MY 96 FORD RANGER HAS TREMENDOUS FRAME ROT ON THE DRIVE SIDE AT THE FRONT OF THE SPRING SHACKLES. SOMEONE HAD SPRAYED RHINO LINER LIKE MATERIAL ON THE ROT TO COVER IT UP OR TO TRY TO MAKE IT HOLD. THE REST OF THE FRAME IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION EXCEPT FOR IT BEING ALMOST BROKEN INTO AT THE GAS TAN...

Oct 25, 2020 Structure 200,000 mi

MY 96 FORD RANGER HAS TREMENDOUS FRAME ROT ON THE DRIVE SIDE AT THE FRONT OF THE SPRING SHACKLES. SOMEONE HAD SPRAYED RHINO LINER LIKE MATERIAL ON THE ROT TO COVER IT UP OR TO TRY TO MAKE IT HOLD. THE REST OF THE FRAME IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION EXCEPT FOR IT BEING ALMOST BROKEN INTO AT THE GAS TAN...

Oct 25, 2020 Suspension 200,000 mi

MY 96 FORD RANGER HAS TREMENDOUS FRAME ROT ON THE DRIVE SIDE AT THE FRONT OF THE SPRING SHACKLES. SOMEONE HAD SPRAYED RHINO LINER LIKE MATERIAL ON THE ROT TO COVER IT UP OR TO TRY TO MAKE IT HOLD. THE REST OF THE FRAME IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION EXCEPT FOR IT BEING ALMOST BROKEN INTO AT THE GAS TAN...

Jan 20, 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

NANO AND MICRO PARTICULATES/CONTAMINANTS HAVE BEEN SPRAYED FROM AN AIRLINER AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY BODY AND MY VEHICLE; IT INCLUDES FLAKES, TUBULES AND HIGHLY REFLECTIVE PARTICLES AND METALS. THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND LOST TWO GEARS AS A RESULT. IT HAS A GAS LEAKING ISSUE CAUSED BY THE TEC...

Jan 20, 2020 Engine 80,000 mi

NANO AND MICRO PARTICULATES/CONTAMINANTS HAVE BEEN SPRAYED FROM AN AIRLINER AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY BODY AND MY VEHICLE; IT INCLUDES FLAKES, TUBULES AND HIGHLY REFLECTIVE PARTICLES AND METALS. THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND LOST TWO GEARS AS A RESULT. IT HAS A GAS LEAKING ISSUE CAUSED BY THE TEC...

Jan 20, 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

NANO AND MICRO PARTICULATES/CONTAMINANTS HAVE BEEN SPRAYED FROM AN AIRLINER AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY BODY AND MY VEHICLE; IT INCLUDES FLAKES, TUBULES AND HIGHLY REFLECTIVE PARTICLES AND METALS. THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND LOST TWO GEARS AS A RESULT. IT HAS A GAS LEAKING ISSUE CAUSED BY THE TEC...

Jan 20, 2020 Engine 80,000 mi

NANO AND MICRO PARTICULATES/CONTAMINANTS HAVE BEEN SPRAYED FROM AN AIRLINER AND CAUSED SEVERE DAMAGE TO MY BODY AND MY VEHICLE; IT INCLUDES FLAKES, TUBULES AND HIGHLY REFLECTIVE PARTICLES AND METALS. THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND LOST TWO GEARS AS A RESULT. IT HAS A GAS LEAKING ISSUE CAUSED BY THE TEC...

Feb 12, 2019 Air Bags 200,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL. I CRASHED MY 1996 FORD RANGER IN 2010. BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. MY COLLISION SHOP REPLACED THE AIRBAGS WITH UNKNOWN YEAR FORD RANGER AIRBAGS, BUYING SOME NEW PARTS FROM FORD TO COMPLETE THE INSTALL. THERE IS NO WAY TO KNOW IF THESE ARE RECALLED TAKATA AIRBAGS WITHOUT AN INSPECTION. ...

Feb 12, 2019 Air Bags 200,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL. I CRASHED MY 1996 FORD RANGER IN 2010. BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. MY COLLISION SHOP REPLACED THE AIRBAGS WITH UNKNOWN YEAR FORD RANGER AIRBAGS, BUYING SOME NEW PARTS FROM FORD TO COMPLETE THE INSTALL. THERE IS NO WAY TO KNOW IF THESE ARE RECALLED TAKATA AIRBAGS WITHOUT AN INSPECTION. ...

Jan 31, 2019 Engine Fire 300,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, FLAMES APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNKNOWN. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TOWED, BUT WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Jan 31, 2019 Engine Fire 300,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, FLAMES APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNKNOWN. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TOWED, BUT WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Jan 24, 2018 Air Bags Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HILL AT LESS THAN APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISING, WHICH DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL TREATMENT. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Jan 24, 2018 Air Bags Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HILL AT LESS THAN APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISING, WHICH DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL TREATMENT. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Aug 2, 2017 Structure 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION DUE TO EXTENSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE APPROXIMATE F...

Aug 2, 2017 Structure 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION DUE TO EXTENSIVE RUST ON THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE APPROXIMATE F...

Dec 28, 2016 Seat Belts 63,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY LATCHED INTO LATCHING MECHANISM

Dec 28, 2016 Seat Belts 63,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY LATCHED INTO LATCHING MECHANISM

Sep 20, 2016 Structure 219,200 mi

THE WHOLE UNDERBODY AND FRAME IS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLES HAVE RUSTED AND ROTTED AWAY.

Sep 20, 2016 Suspension 219,200 mi

THE WHOLE UNDERBODY AND FRAME IS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLES HAVE RUSTED AND ROTTED AWAY.

Sep 20, 2016 Unknown Or Other 219,200 mi

THE WHOLE UNDERBODY AND FRAME IS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLES HAVE RUSTED AND ROTTED AWAY.

Sep 20, 2016 Structure 219,200 mi

THE WHOLE UNDERBODY AND FRAME IS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLES HAVE RUSTED AND ROTTED AWAY.

Sep 20, 2016 Suspension 219,200 mi

THE WHOLE UNDERBODY AND FRAME IS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLES HAVE RUSTED AND ROTTED AWAY.

Sep 20, 2016 Unknown Or Other 219,200 mi

THE WHOLE UNDERBODY AND FRAME IS RUSTED AND ROTTED. THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLES HAVE RUSTED AND ROTTED AWAY.

Jun 19, 2016 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

TRUCK WAS PARKED ON THE GARAGE PAD FOR A WEEK. I OPENED THE HOOD AND CHECKED ALL FLUID LEVELS, AND FOUND THE BRAKE FLUID A LITTLE LOW. TOPPED OFF THE MASTER CYLINDER AND GOT BACK INTO THE TRUCK. STARTED ENGINE, AND PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT WENT TO THE FLOOR, GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK AND HEARD FLUID DR...

Jun 19, 2016 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

TRUCK WAS PARKED ON THE GARAGE PAD FOR A WEEK. I OPENED THE HOOD AND CHECKED ALL FLUID LEVELS, AND FOUND THE BRAKE FLUID A LITTLE LOW. TOPPED OFF THE MASTER CYLINDER AND GOT BACK INTO THE TRUCK. STARTED ENGINE, AND PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT WENT TO THE FLOOR, GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK AND HEARD FLUID DR...

Jun 3, 2016 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY FOR A FEW SECONDS. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND BECAME PERMANENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS HOWEVER, THE CONTAC...

Jun 3, 2016 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY FOR A FEW SECONDS. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND BECAME PERMANENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS HOWEVER, THE CONTAC...

May 4, 2016 Structure 129,000 mi

EXTENSIVE RUST DETERIORATION ON STRUCTURAL FRAME MEMBERS WHICH IS SPREADING RAPIDLY. VARIOUS LOCATIONS. I'M VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE RIGHT SIDE REAR LEAF SPRING MOUNT BREAKING LOOSE WHILE IN MOTION. THE REMAINDER OF THE TRUCK IS IN GENERALLY GOOD CONDITION. WHEN I BOUGHT IT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER 7...

May 4, 2016 Structure 129,000 mi

EXTENSIVE RUST DETERIORATION ON STRUCTURAL FRAME MEMBERS WHICH IS SPREADING RAPIDLY. VARIOUS LOCATIONS. I'M VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE RIGHT SIDE REAR LEAF SPRING MOUNT BREAKING LOOSE WHILE IN MOTION. THE REMAINDER OF THE TRUCK IS IN GENERALLY GOOD CONDITION. WHEN I BOUGHT IT FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER 7...

Feb 8, 2016 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

THE FRAME HAS EXPERIENCED SEVERE CORROSION INCLUDING THE SPARE TIRE MOUNT, CROSS MEMBERS, REAR BUMPER, LEAF SPRING SHACKLES, AND PERFORATIONS/RUST THROUGH OF THE MAIN FRAME RAILS.

Feb 8, 2016 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

THE FRAME HAS EXPERIENCED SEVERE CORROSION INCLUDING THE SPARE TIRE MOUNT, CROSS MEMBERS, REAR BUMPER, LEAF SPRING SHACKLES, AND PERFORATIONS/RUST THROUGH OF THE MAIN FRAME RAILS.

May 28, 2015 Unknown Or Other 206,000 mi

THE REAR BUMPER FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING DUE TO RUSTED FRAME RAILS THAT IT WAS ATTACHED TO.

May 28, 2015 Unknown Or Other 206,000 mi

THE REAR BUMPER FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING DUE TO RUSTED FRAME RAILS THAT IT WAS ATTACHED TO.

Apr 1, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System

I HAVE A 1996 FORD RANGER AND WHEN I WAS FILLING UP THE GAS TANK I STARTED NOTICING A STRONG SMELL OF GAS THEN LATER CAME TO FIND OUT IT WAS LEAKING GAS. I HAVE COME TO FIND OUT THAT THIS IS A COMMON DEFECTED WITH THESE VEHICLES. I THINK THAT IT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED IF SOME...

Apr 1, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System

I HAVE A 1996 FORD RANGER AND WHEN I WAS FILLING UP THE GAS TANK I STARTED NOTICING A STRONG SMELL OF GAS THEN LATER CAME TO FIND OUT IT WAS LEAKING GAS. I HAVE COME TO FIND OUT THAT THIS IS A COMMON DEFECTED WITH THESE VEHICLES. I THINK THAT IT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED IF SOME...

Feb 2, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 146,000 mi

THE CONTROL CLUSTERS ON THE STEERING WHEEL HAVE BEEN AT A SUFFICIENTLY HIGH TEMPERATURE THAT THE PLASTIC COVERING OVER THE MICRO SWITCHES HAS DEFORMED AND ON OCCASION IT WILL STICK TO YOUR FINGERS. THE CENTER BUTTON ON THE LEFT SIDE HAS DISINTEGRATED TO THE POINT THAT THE ACTUAL MICRO BUTTON IS NO...

Feb 2, 2015 Electrical System 146,000 mi

THE CONTROL CLUSTERS ON THE STEERING WHEEL HAVE BEEN AT A SUFFICIENTLY HIGH TEMPERATURE THAT THE PLASTIC COVERING OVER THE MICRO SWITCHES HAS DEFORMED AND ON OCCASION IT WILL STICK TO YOUR FINGERS. THE CENTER BUTTON ON THE LEFT SIDE HAS DISINTEGRATED TO THE POINT THAT THE ACTUAL MICRO BUTTON IS NO...

Feb 2, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 146,000 mi

THE CONTROL CLUSTERS ON THE STEERING WHEEL HAVE BEEN AT A SUFFICIENTLY HIGH TEMPERATURE THAT THE PLASTIC COVERING OVER THE MICRO SWITCHES HAS DEFORMED AND ON OCCASION IT WILL STICK TO YOUR FINGERS. THE CENTER BUTTON ON THE LEFT SIDE HAS DISINTEGRATED TO THE POINT THAT THE ACTUAL MICRO BUTTON IS NO...

Feb 2, 2015 Electrical System 146,000 mi

THE CONTROL CLUSTERS ON THE STEERING WHEEL HAVE BEEN AT A SUFFICIENTLY HIGH TEMPERATURE THAT THE PLASTIC COVERING OVER THE MICRO SWITCHES HAS DEFORMED AND ON OCCASION IT WILL STICK TO YOUR FINGERS. THE CENTER BUTTON ON THE LEFT SIDE HAS DISINTEGRATED TO THE POINT THAT THE ACTUAL MICRO BUTTON IS NO...

Sep 7, 2014 Seat Belts 135,760 mi

IT TOOK SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO GET THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT TO LATCH. SHORTLY AFTER THE SEAT BELT CAME UNLATCHED AS I WAS DRIVING. AFTER THAT THE BELT WON'T STAY LATCHED. *TR

Sep 7, 2014 Seat Belts 135,760 mi

IT TOOK SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO GET THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT TO LATCH. SHORTLY AFTER THE SEAT BELT CAME UNLATCHED AS I WAS DRIVING. AFTER THAT THE BELT WON'T STAY LATCHED. *TR

Aug 20, 2014 Tires 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN GOODRICH RADIAL TIRES, SIZE P225/70/R14. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER ROTATING THE TIRES, A CRACK WAS DISCOVERED ON THE SIDE WALL OF THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE CRACK. THE VEHICLE WA...

Aug 20, 2014 Tires 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN GOODRICH RADIAL TIRES, SIZE P225/70/R14. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER ROTATING THE TIRES, A CRACK WAS DISCOVERED ON THE SIDE WALL OF THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE CRACK. THE VEHICLE WA...

Aug 7, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 141,000 mi

RUBBER FUEL VAPOR HOSE BETWEEN FUEL VAPOR PURGE VALVE AND CHARCOAL CANISTER CAN'T BE REPAIRED BECAUSE FORD HAS MADE PART OBSOLETE. THIS HOSE IS NOT A NORMAL OFF THE SHELF BULK HOSE. IT IS RUBBER PERFORMED WITH A DIFFERENT INSIDE DIAMETER ON BOTH ENDS. FORD WON'T EVEN GIVE ME PART NUMBER! THREE PARTS...

Aug 7, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 141,000 mi

RUBBER FUEL VAPOR HOSE BETWEEN FUEL VAPOR PURGE VALVE AND CHARCOAL CANISTER CAN'T BE REPAIRED BECAUSE FORD HAS MADE PART OBSOLETE. THIS HOSE IS NOT A NORMAL OFF THE SHELF BULK HOSE. IT IS RUBBER PERFORMED WITH A DIFFERENT INSIDE DIAMETER ON BOTH ENDS. FORD WON'T EVEN GIVE ME PART NUMBER! THREE PARTS...

Jul 5, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 265,000 mi

TURNS OVER BUT WON'T START. *TR

Jul 5, 2014 Electrical System 265,000 mi

TURNS OVER BUT WON'T START. *TR

Jul 5, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 265,000 mi

TURNS OVER BUT WON'T START. *TR

Jul 5, 2014 Electrical System 265,000 mi

TURNS OVER BUT WON'T START. *TR

Aug 4, 2013 Seat Belts 222,650 mi

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH. *TR

Aug 4, 2013 Seat Belts 222,650 mi

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Steering

THE TWO BUTTONS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE HORN, ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THAT CONTROL THE CRUISE CONTROL MELT IN THE HEAT AND EXPOSE THE CIRCUIT BOARDS. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A FEW YEARS AND I FINALLY NEED TO REPORT THIS. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Electrical System

THE TWO BUTTONS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE HORN, ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THAT CONTROL THE CRUISE CONTROL MELT IN THE HEAT AND EXPOSE THE CIRCUIT BOARDS. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A FEW YEARS AND I FINALLY NEED TO REPORT THIS. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Seat Belts

THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILS TO HOLD. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Steering

THE TWO BUTTONS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE HORN, ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THAT CONTROL THE CRUISE CONTROL MELT IN THE HEAT AND EXPOSE THE CIRCUIT BOARDS. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A FEW YEARS AND I FINALLY NEED TO REPORT THIS. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Electrical System

THE TWO BUTTONS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE HORN, ON THE STEERING WHEEL, THAT CONTROL THE CRUISE CONTROL MELT IN THE HEAT AND EXPOSE THE CIRCUIT BOARDS. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A FEW YEARS AND I FINALLY NEED TO REPORT THIS. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Seat Belts

THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILS TO HOLD. *TR

Mar 27, 2013 Seat Belts 212,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS FORD RANGER AS A USED CAR ABOUT A MONTH AND A HALF AGO. THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH INTO BUCKLE. I AM USING THE PASSENGERS SIDE BUCKLE FOR NOW. I AM AFRAID I WILL STRANGLE MYSELF IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. I JUST WANT A REPLACEMENT PART AND NEED TO KNOW IF THIS PART WAS RECALLED SO I C...

Mar 27, 2013 Seat Belts 212,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS FORD RANGER AS A USED CAR ABOUT A MONTH AND A HALF AGO. THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH INTO BUCKLE. I AM USING THE PASSENGERS SIDE BUCKLE FOR NOW. I AM AFRAID I WILL STRANGLE MYSELF IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. I JUST WANT A REPLACEMENT PART AND NEED TO KNOW IF THIS PART WAS RECALLED SO I C...

Mar 16, 2013 Seat Belts 54,362 mi

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WON'T LATCH. *TR

Mar 16, 2013 Seat Belts 54,362 mi

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WON'T LATCH. *TR

Sep 25, 2011 Suspension 95,877 mi

RIGHT REAR SPRING SHACKLE RUSTED OUT AND BROKE, PUSHING THE SPRING UP AGAINST THE BED. THE WHOLE BACK END OF THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT, WHICH WILL EVENTUALLY MAKE THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO OPERATE. *TR

Sep 25, 2011 Suspension 95,877 mi

RIGHT REAR SPRING SHACKLE RUSTED OUT AND BROKE, PUSHING THE SPRING UP AGAINST THE BED. THE WHOLE BACK END OF THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT, WHICH WILL EVENTUALLY MAKE THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO OPERATE. *TR

Sep 22, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 161,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKES WOULD MAKE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 161,200 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 162,000.

Sep 22, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 161,200 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKES WOULD MAKE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 161,200 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 162,000.

Sep 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED ONTO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND AS THE HOOD WAS RAISED FLAMES STARTED TO RISE. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES AND NOTICED THAT THE WIRES FROM TH...

Sep 1, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 127,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED ONTO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND AS THE HOOD WAS RAISED FLAMES STARTED TO RISE. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES AND NOTICED THAT THE WIRES FROM TH...

Aug 18, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK STRAPS FRACTURED, CAUSING THE FUEL TANK TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE W...

Aug 18, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK STRAPS FRACTURED, CAUSING THE FUEL TANK TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE W...

Aug 18, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK STRAPS FRACTURED, CAUSING THE FUEL TANK TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE W...

Aug 18, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK STRAPS FRACTURED, CAUSING THE FUEL TANK TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE W...

Aug 17, 2011 Electrical System Fire 201,000 mi

OVERNIGHT THE TRUCK CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED OUTSIDE WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. DAMAGE FROM THE FIRE WAS CONTAINED TO UNDER THE DASH THROUGHOUT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AS WELL AS DUCTWORK. IT RE-IGNITED AND BURNED AFTER BEING PUT OUT ONCE THEN AFTER THE BATTERY WAS SUCCESSFULLY DISCONNECTE...

Aug 17, 2011 Electrical System Fire 201,000 mi

OVERNIGHT THE TRUCK CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED OUTSIDE WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. DAMAGE FROM THE FIRE WAS CONTAINED TO UNDER THE DASH THROUGHOUT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AS WELL AS DUCTWORK. IT RE-IGNITED AND BURNED AFTER BEING PUT OUT ONCE THEN AFTER THE BATTERY WAS SUCCESSFULLY DISCONNECTE...

May 10, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 183,408 mi

GAS TANK DROPPED BUT DIDN'T COME APART FROM VEHICLE DUE TO GAS TANK STRAP RUSTING THROUGH. WHEN INVESTIGATED I FOUND THAT THE OTHER STRAP WAS RUSTED THROUGH APPROXIMATELY 75% OF THE WAY. *TR

May 10, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 183,408 mi

GAS TANK DROPPED BUT DIDN'T COME APART FROM VEHICLE DUE TO GAS TANK STRAP RUSTING THROUGH. WHEN INVESTIGATED I FOUND THAT THE OTHER STRAP WAS RUSTED THROUGH APPROXIMATELY 75% OF THE WAY. *TR

Apr 26, 2011 Seat Belts 84,736 mi

1996 FORD RANGER XLT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY LATCHED. *TR

Apr 26, 2011 Seat Belts 84,736 mi

1996 FORD RANGER XLT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY LATCHED. *TR

Feb 24, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD ACTIVATE INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OBSTRUCTING HIS VIEW. ALSO, THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHT DOOR AJAR ALARM WOULD CONTINUE TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE DOOR WAS BEEN CLOSED INTERMITTENTLY. HE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE EL...

Feb 24, 2011 Visibility 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD ACTIVATE INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OBSTRUCTING HIS VIEW. ALSO, THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHT DOOR AJAR ALARM WOULD CONTINUE TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE DOOR WAS BEEN CLOSED INTERMITTENTLY. HE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE EL...

Feb 24, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD ACTIVATE INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OBSTRUCTING HIS VIEW. ALSO, THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHT DOOR AJAR ALARM WOULD CONTINUE TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE DOOR WAS BEEN CLOSED INTERMITTENTLY. HE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE EL...

Feb 24, 2011 Visibility 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD ACTIVATE INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OBSTRUCTING HIS VIEW. ALSO, THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHT DOOR AJAR ALARM WOULD CONTINUE TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE DOOR WAS BEEN CLOSED INTERMITTENTLY. HE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE EL...

Feb 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

1. UNDERBODY CORROSION LEADING TO PERFORATION OF METAL BRAKE LINES 2. PARTIAL UP TO COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING FUNCTION. FIVE TIMES IN THREE YEARS. CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF BRAKING 3. REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LINES - OLD CORRODED LINES AVAILABLE. *TR

Feb 21, 2011 Structure 97,000 mi

1. EXCESSIVE UNDERBODY CORROSION 2. SUSPENSION FAILURE DUE TO BREAKS IN SPRING TO FRAME MOUNTS AND SHACKLES; THREE TIMES IN TWO YEARS. LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WHEN BODY DROPPED ONTO WHEEL 3. NEW SPRING MOUNTS HAD TO BE WELDED ONTO FRAME. *TR

Feb 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

1. UNDERBODY CORROSION LEADING TO PERFORATION OF METAL BRAKE LINES 2. PARTIAL UP TO COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING FUNCTION. FIVE TIMES IN THREE YEARS. CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF BRAKING 3. REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LINES - OLD CORRODED LINES AVAILABLE. *TR

Feb 21, 2011 Structure 97,000 mi

1. EXCESSIVE UNDERBODY CORROSION 2. SUSPENSION FAILURE DUE TO BREAKS IN SPRING TO FRAME MOUNTS AND SHACKLES; THREE TIMES IN TWO YEARS. LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WHEN BODY DROPPED ONTO WHEEL 3. NEW SPRING MOUNTS HAD TO BE WELDED ONTO FRAME. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 116,501 mi

GAS OVERFLOW FROM UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK, NOT THRU THE NOZZLE. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 116,501 mi

GAS OVERFLOW FROM UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK, NOT THRU THE NOZZLE. *TR

May 27, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 116,500 mi

FILLING MY FORD RANGER WITH GAS OFTEN LEADS TO OVERFLOWS ONTO THE GROUND FROM UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK; I.E. IT DOES NOT OVERFLOW THROUGH THE NOZZLE WHERE GAS IS PUMPED IN. *TR

May 27, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 116,500 mi

FILLING MY FORD RANGER WITH GAS OFTEN LEADS TO OVERFLOWS ONTO THE GROUND FROM UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK; I.E. IT DOES NOT OVERFLOW THROUGH THE NOZZLE WHERE GAS IS PUMPED IN. *TR

Apr 19, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,000 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT WAS DISPENSING FUEL INTO THE FUEL TANK, AND THERE WAS A LEAKAGE OF FUEL DUE TO A CRACK IN THE FUEL TANK HOSE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY STATED THAT THE COST OF REPAIR PART WAS $400.00. THE PART WAS ORDERED FOR FUTURE REPAIR. THE CONTACT DIS...

Apr 19, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,000 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT WAS DISPENSING FUEL INTO THE FUEL TANK, AND THERE WAS A LEAKAGE OF FUEL DUE TO A CRACK IN THE FUEL TANK HOSE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY STATED THAT THE COST OF REPAIR PART WAS $400.00. THE PART WAS ORDERED FOR FUTURE REPAIR. THE CONTACT DIS...

Feb 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 188,000 mi

MY 1996 FORD RANGER HAS A RECURRING PROBLEM OF THE FRONT BRAKES STICKING. THIS OCCURS MOST OFTEN IN WET WEATHER BUT ISN'T STRICTLY LIMITED TO THAT. I NOTICED A FORD RANGER THAT HAD SLID INTO ANOTHER CAR ON A SANDED CORNER AND RECALLED THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME A FEW YEARS AGO AS MY BRAKES LOCK...

Feb 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 188,000 mi

MY 1996 FORD RANGER HAS A RECURRING PROBLEM OF THE FRONT BRAKES STICKING. THIS OCCURS MOST OFTEN IN WET WEATHER BUT ISN'T STRICTLY LIMITED TO THAT. I NOTICED A FORD RANGER THAT HAD SLID INTO ANOTHER CAR ON A SANDED CORNER AND RECALLED THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME A FEW YEARS AGO AS MY BRAKES LOCK...

Nov 5, 2009 Fuel System, Other 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE ENTERING THE DRIVEWAY AT 3 MPH, THE LID FOR THE GAS TANK SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION HE NOTICED THAT THE SPRINGS HAD CORROSION. A TECHNICIAN FROM THE DEALER RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF THE SPRINGS. HOWEVER THE PARTS FOR THE R...

Nov 5, 2009 Fuel System, Other 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE ENTERING THE DRIVEWAY AT 3 MPH, THE LID FOR THE GAS TANK SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION HE NOTICED THAT THE SPRINGS HAD CORROSION. A TECHNICIAN FROM THE DEALER RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF THE SPRINGS. HOWEVER THE PARTS FOR THE R...

Oct 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 17,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO OPERATE AND HAS NOT OPERATED SINCE. THIS FORD RANGER HAS THE SAME WIRING HARNESS AS THE RECALLED FORD F-150 WIRING HARNESS. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHEN HE ENTERED HIS VEHICLE HE FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL OFF AND ON SWITCH MELTED. THE DEALER STATED THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS OCCUR. RECALL 09V399000 REPAIR WAS PERFORMED; HOWEVER, THEY DID NOT REPAIR THE SWITCH. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.

Oct 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 17,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO OPERATE AND HAS NOT OPERATED SINCE. THIS FORD RANGER HAS THE SAME WIRING HARNESS AS THE RECALLED FORD F-150 WIRING HARNESS. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHEN HE ENTERED HIS VEHICLE HE FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL OFF AND ON SWITCH MELTED. THE DEALER STATED THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS OCCUR. RECALL 09V399000 REPAIR WAS PERFORMED; HOWEVER, THEY DID NOT REPAIR THE SWITCH. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.

Feb 25, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 108,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. AFTER THE FUEL TANK WAS FILLED IN THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FUEL UNDERNEATH THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, HE SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE...

Feb 25, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 108,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. AFTER THE FUEL TANK WAS FILLED IN THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FUEL UNDERNEATH THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, HE SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE...

Dec 30, 2008 Electrical System Fire 13,300 mi

UPON ENTERING THE VEH TO GO TO WORK WE FOUND THAT ONE SIDE OF THE STEERING COLUMN HAD MELTED AND A BURNT ODOR WAS DETECTED IN THE VEH. THIS OCCURRED ON THE SIDE OF THE STEERING COLUMN THAT THE CRUISE FEATURE IS LOCATED. WE TALKED WITH ANOTHER OWNER OF A RANGER AND HE ADVISED US THERE HAD BEEN A REC...

Dec 30, 2008 Electrical System Fire 13,300 mi

UPON ENTERING THE VEH TO GO TO WORK WE FOUND THAT ONE SIDE OF THE STEERING COLUMN HAD MELTED AND A BURNT ODOR WAS DETECTED IN THE VEH. THIS OCCURRED ON THE SIDE OF THE STEERING COLUMN THAT THE CRUISE FEATURE IS LOCATED. WE TALKED WITH ANOTHER OWNER OF A RANGER AND HE ADVISED US THERE HAD BEEN A REC...

Aug 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

1996 FORD RANGER TRUCK HAD EQUIPMENT FAILURE AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN. THE DRIVER SWERVED TO THE RIGHT BERM AND GOT WEDGED BETWEEN ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE BRIDGE WALL. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HIS BRAKES FAILED. WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. (OHIO TRAFFIC C...

Aug 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

1996 FORD RANGER TRUCK HAD EQUIPMENT FAILURE AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN. THE DRIVER SWERVED TO THE RIGHT BERM AND GOT WEDGED BETWEEN ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE BRIDGE WALL. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HIS BRAKES FAILED. WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. (OHIO TRAFFIC C...

Jun 17, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

FUEL LINE FAILURE 1996 FORD RANGER DRIVEN WEEKLY. TRAVELING ON A TWO LANE PAVED ROAD AT POSTED SPEED. "CHECK GAUGES" WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. FUEL GAUGE BELOW EMPTY (HAD STARTED TRIP 40 MINUTES EARLIER WITH 2/3 TANK). PULLED OVER AT FIRST SAFE OPPORTUNITY AND STEPPED OUT OF TRUCK. STRONG SMELL OF ...

Jun 17, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

FUEL LINE FAILURE 1996 FORD RANGER DRIVEN WEEKLY. TRAVELING ON A TWO LANE PAVED ROAD AT POSTED SPEED. "CHECK GAUGES" WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. FUEL GAUGE BELOW EMPTY (HAD STARTED TRIP 40 MINUTES EARLIER WITH 2/3 TANK). PULLED OVER AT FIRST SAFE OPPORTUNITY AND STEPPED OUT OF TRUCK. STRONG SMELL OF ...

Jun 5, 2008 Unknown Or Other Crash 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IDLING OR PLACED INTO NEUTRAL WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REAR ENDED FOUR TIMES IN FIVE YEARS. THE MOST RECENT CRASH OCCURRED IN MARCH OF 2008 AND THE VEHICLE ...

Jun 5, 2008 Exterior Lighting Crash 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IDLING OR PLACED INTO NEUTRAL WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REAR ENDED FOUR TIMES IN FIVE YEARS. THE MOST RECENT CRASH OCCURRED IN MARCH OF 2008 AND THE VEHICLE ...

Jun 5, 2008 Unknown Or Other Crash 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IDLING OR PLACED INTO NEUTRAL WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REAR ENDED FOUR TIMES IN FIVE YEARS. THE MOST RECENT CRASH OCCURRED IN MARCH OF 2008 AND THE VEHICLE ...

Jun 5, 2008 Exterior Lighting Crash 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IDLING OR PLACED INTO NEUTRAL WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REAR ENDED FOUR TIMES IN FIVE YEARS. THE MOST RECENT CRASH OCCURRED IN MARCH OF 2008 AND THE VEHICLE ...

May 27, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 98,000 mi

AFTER SMELLING A STRONG FUEL ODOR I FOUND THE FUEL FILLER HOSE HAS MANY SMALL CRACKS WHERE IT FITS ON TO THE FUEL TANK, AND LEAKS FUEL WHEN GAS TANK IS FILLED. I HAVE REPLACED THE FUEL FILLER HOSE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, I DO HAVE THE OLD HOSE AVAILABLE. *TR

May 27, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 98,000 mi

AFTER SMELLING A STRONG FUEL ODOR I FOUND THE FUEL FILLER HOSE HAS MANY SMALL CRACKS WHERE IT FITS ON TO THE FUEL TANK, AND LEAKS FUEL WHEN GAS TANK IS FILLED. I HAVE REPLACED THE FUEL FILLER HOSE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, I DO HAVE THE OLD HOSE AVAILABLE. *TR

Apr 8, 2008 Seat Belts 118,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT LATCH. THE BUCKLE WILL NOT CONNECT TO THE LATCH OF THE SEAT BELT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT SERVICED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 118,000.

Apr 8, 2008 Seat Belts 118,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT LATCH. THE BUCKLE WILL NOT CONNECT TO THE LATCH OF THE SEAT BELT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT SERVICED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 118,000.

Apr 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 130,000 mi

GAS FILL HOSE DEFECTED AND CRACKED, I TRIED TO GET ONE FROM SALVAGE YARD AND THE GUY TOLD ME EVERY HOSE THEY TRIED TO SAVE WAS ALSO CRACKED IN THE SAME PLACE AND THAT HE HAS PEOPLE COMING IN ALL THE TIME ASKING FOR THE SAME HOSE FOR A 95 THROUGH 97 THERE IS A STRONG GAS VAPOR AND POOR GAS MILEAGE RE...

Apr 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 108,000 mi

FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CRACKED. *TR

Apr 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 130,000 mi

GAS FILL HOSE DEFECTED AND CRACKED, I TRIED TO GET ONE FROM SALVAGE YARD AND THE GUY TOLD ME EVERY HOSE THEY TRIED TO SAVE WAS ALSO CRACKED IN THE SAME PLACE AND THAT HE HAS PEOPLE COMING IN ALL THE TIME ASKING FOR THE SAME HOSE FOR A 95 THROUGH 97 THERE IS A STRONG GAS VAPOR AND POOR GAS MILEAGE RE...

Apr 6, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 108,000 mi

FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CRACKED. *TR

Mar 11, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE ACTIVATING THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ELECTRICAL CRACKLING SOUND IN THE DASHBOARD. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING DAILY FOR THE LAST NINE MONTHS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 164,000. UPDATED 04/08/08. *LJ ...

Mar 11, 2008 Electrical System 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE ACTIVATING THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ELECTRICAL CRACKLING SOUND IN THE DASHBOARD. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING DAILY FOR THE LAST NINE MONTHS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 164,000. UPDATED 04/08/08. *LJ ...

Mar 11, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE ACTIVATING THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ELECTRICAL CRACKLING SOUND IN THE DASHBOARD. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING DAILY FOR THE LAST NINE MONTHS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 164,000. UPDATED 04/08/08. *LJ ...

Mar 11, 2008 Electrical System 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. WHILE ACTIVATING THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ELECTRICAL CRACKLING SOUND IN THE DASHBOARD. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING DAILY FOR THE LAST NINE MONTHS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 164,000. UPDATED 04/08/08. *LJ ...

Dec 22, 2007 Seat Belts 167,320 mi

DRIVERS SEAT BELT WOULD LATCH AND LATER POP OUT OF BUCKLE. *TR

Dec 22, 2007 Seat Belts 167,320 mi

DRIVERS SEAT BELT WOULD LATCH AND LATER POP OUT OF BUCKLE. *TR

Sep 5, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 209,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. AS THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL, HE NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH WAS BURNED AND THE PLASTIC WAS MELTED. THE DEALER INFORMED HIM THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL. A NEW CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WILL COST $50. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT ...

Sep 5, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 209,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. AS THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL, HE NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH WAS BURNED AND THE PLASTIC WAS MELTED. THE DEALER INFORMED HIM THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL. A NEW CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WILL COST $50. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT ...

Aug 24, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK HOSE LEAKS. ON AUGUST 8, 2007, HE NOTICED THAT THE TANK WAS SWELLING FROM THE INSIDE AND WAS SPLIT. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 60,000.

Aug 24, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK HOSE LEAKS. ON AUGUST 8, 2007, HE NOTICED THAT THE TANK WAS SWELLING FROM THE INSIDE AND WAS SPLIT. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 60,000.

May 22, 2007 Suspension

THE FRAME MOUNTS ON THE REAR LEAF SPRING SHACKLES RUSTED OFF ALLOWING THE SPRINGS TO RIDE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE BED.

May 22, 2007 Suspension

THE FRAME MOUNTS ON THE REAR LEAF SPRING SHACKLES RUSTED OFF ALLOWING THE SPRINGS TO RIDE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE BED.

Mar 14, 2007 Air Bags Crash 97,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIT A DEER ON 09/24/06, WITH THE 1996 FORD RANGER EXTENDED CAB WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH. THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR AND DRY. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE HIT THE DEER ON THE DRIVER' FRONT SIDE , AND THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. HE PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, PUT...

Mar 14, 2007 Air Bags Crash 97,000 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIT A DEER ON 09/24/06, WITH THE 1996 FORD RANGER EXTENDED CAB WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH. THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR AND DRY. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE HIT THE DEER ON THE DRIVER' FRONT SIDE , AND THE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. HE PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, PUT...

Mar 5, 2007 Air Bags Crash 97,345 mi

I HIT A SMALL DEER DOING ABOUT 35 MILES PER HOUR AND PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD ABOUT THREE MINUTES LATER ANOTHER AUTO CAME UP FROM BEHIND AND REAR ENDED ME MY AIR BAG DEPLOYED THEN. WHY DID IT DEPLOY THEN AND NOT WHEN I HIT THE DEER. THE ONLY DAMAGE I DID TO THE FRONT END TO MY TRUCK WAS C...

Mar 5, 2007 Air Bags Crash 97,345 mi

I HIT A SMALL DEER DOING ABOUT 35 MILES PER HOUR AND PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD ABOUT THREE MINUTES LATER ANOTHER AUTO CAME UP FROM BEHIND AND REAR ENDED ME MY AIR BAG DEPLOYED THEN. WHY DID IT DEPLOY THEN AND NOT WHEN I HIT THE DEER. THE ONLY DAMAGE I DID TO THE FRONT END TO MY TRUCK WAS C...

Aug 24, 2006 Seat Belts 145,000 mi

I HAVE A 96 FORD RANGER. SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY FASTENED, WILL COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. *JB

Aug 24, 2006 Seat Belts 145,000 mi

I HAVE A 96 FORD RANGER. SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY FASTENED, WILL COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. *JB

Jul 7, 2006 Seat Belts 91,925 mi

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RELEASED WITHOUT WARNING, WOULD NOT RECONNECT. PURCHASED A NEW ONE AND INSTALLED IT MYSELF. NOTIFIED FORD MOTOR CO., NO RESPONSE. *NM

Jul 7, 2006 Seat Belts 91,925 mi

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RELEASED WITHOUT WARNING, WOULD NOT RECONNECT. PURCHASED A NEW ONE AND INSTALLED IT MYSELF. NOTIFIED FORD MOTOR CO., NO RESPONSE. *NM

Apr 4, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,000 mi

1996 FORD RANGER TRUCK, FUEL FILLER HOSE CRACKED AND SEPARATED FROM FUEL TANK. CAUSED FUEL TO SPILL OUT OF THE TANK. *NM

Apr 4, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 117,000 mi

1996 FORD RANGER TRUCK, FUEL FILLER HOSE CRACKED AND SEPARATED FROM FUEL TANK. CAUSED FUEL TO SPILL OUT OF THE TANK. *NM

Dec 15, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 70,980 mi

GASOLINE LEAKS FROM THE FILLER HOSE AT THE TOP OF THE TANK WHEN VEHICLE IS FUELED. *NM

Dec 15, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 70,980 mi

GASOLINE LEAKS FROM THE FILLER HOSE AT THE TOP OF THE TANK WHEN VEHICLE IS FUELED. *NM

Dec 7, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,225 mi

1) ON THE EVENING OF 11/14/05 I STOP AT A GAS STATION TO FILL UP MY TANK. AFTER I FILLED UP THE TANK I COULD SMELL A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. I CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THAT I DIDN'T SPILL ANY WHEN REMOVING THE NOZZLE. I LOOKED UNDER MY CAR AND I COULD SEE A GAS LEAK DRIPPING AT A MODERATE PACE. I ...

Dec 7, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,225 mi

1) ON THE EVENING OF 11/14/05 I STOP AT A GAS STATION TO FILL UP MY TANK. AFTER I FILLED UP THE TANK I COULD SMELL A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE. I CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THAT I DIDN'T SPILL ANY WHEN REMOVING THE NOZZLE. I LOOKED UNDER MY CAR AND I COULD SEE A GAS LEAK DRIPPING AT A MODERATE PACE. I ...

Dec 1, 2005 Seat Belts 137,000 mi

WHEN I PUT MY DRIVERSIDE SEAT BELT INTO THE BUCKLE IT WILL NOT LATCH. I WENT TO CLASSIC FORD AT 7799 MENTOR AVE, MENTOR, OH AND THEY SAID IT WAS OUT OF WARRENTY AND FORD WOULD NOT COVER IT. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME TO REPLACE IT. APPROX. $100. I CURRENTLY USE THE FEMALE END OF THE MIDDLE PASSENGE...

Dec 1, 2005 Seat Belts 137,000 mi

WHEN I PUT MY DRIVERSIDE SEAT BELT INTO THE BUCKLE IT WILL NOT LATCH. I WENT TO CLASSIC FORD AT 7799 MENTOR AVE, MENTOR, OH AND THEY SAID IT WAS OUT OF WARRENTY AND FORD WOULD NOT COVER IT. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME TO REPLACE IT. APPROX. $100. I CURRENTLY USE THE FEMALE END OF THE MIDDLE PASSENGE...

Nov 16, 2005 Unknown Or Other

DT: THE CONTACT PREVIOUSLY FILED A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA CONCERNING ODI 10139675. HE FELT THAT VEHICLES SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A BRAKE LIGHT THAT STAYED ON ALL THE TIME WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT IN MOTION BECAUSE THIS WOULD DECREASE REAR END COLLISIONS AT NIGHT. ALSO, WITH THE TECHNOLOGY AVAILABL...

Nov 16, 2005 Unknown Or Other

DT: THE CONTACT PREVIOUSLY FILED A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA CONCERNING ODI 10139675. HE FELT THAT VEHICLES SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A BRAKE LIGHT THAT STAYED ON ALL THE TIME WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT IN MOTION BECAUSE THIS WOULD DECREASE REAR END COLLISIONS AT NIGHT. ALSO, WITH THE TECHNOLOGY AVAILABL...

Nov 8, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 154,178 mi

WHILE FUELING VEHICLE FUEL SPILLED FROM THE TOP OF FUEL TANK CREATING A ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY ISSUE. WHILE TRAVELING HOME FUMES MADE BOTH OCCUPANTS FEEL SICK. UPON INSPECTION FOUND THE FUEL FILLER HOSE SPLIT DUE TO FORD OBLONGING THE HOSE FOR BED CLEARANCE WITH A METAL CLAMP. WENT ONLINE TO A FOR...

Nov 8, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 154,178 mi

WHILE FUELING VEHICLE FUEL SPILLED FROM THE TOP OF FUEL TANK CREATING A ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY ISSUE. WHILE TRAVELING HOME FUMES MADE BOTH OCCUPANTS FEEL SICK. UPON INSPECTION FOUND THE FUEL FILLER HOSE SPLIT DUE TO FORD OBLONGING THE HOSE FOR BED CLEARANCE WITH A METAL CLAMP. WENT ONLINE TO A FOR...

Nov 8, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 154,178 mi

WHILE FUELING VEHICLE FUEL SPILLED FROM THE TOP OF FUEL TANK CREATING A ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY ISSUE. WHILE TRAVELING HOME FUMES MADE BOTH OCCUPANTS FEEL SICK. UPON INSPECTION FOUND THE FUEL FILLER HOSE SPLIT DUE TO FORD OBLONGING THE HOSE FOR BED CLEARANCE WITH A METAL CLAMP. WENT ONLINE TO A FOR...

Nov 8, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 154,178 mi

WHILE FUELING VEHICLE FUEL SPILLED FROM THE TOP OF FUEL TANK CREATING A ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY ISSUE. WHILE TRAVELING HOME FUMES MADE BOTH OCCUPANTS FEEL SICK. UPON INSPECTION FOUND THE FUEL FILLER HOSE SPLIT DUE TO FORD OBLONGING THE HOSE FOR BED CLEARANCE WITH A METAL CLAMP. WENT ONLINE TO A FOR...

Oct 14, 2005 Structure Crash 133,000 mi

DT: ON JULY 10, 2005 THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH THE CAR IN NEUTRAL. THE BAKES WERE NOT PRESSED. BECAUSE THERE WERE NO BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATING THE VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND. THE CONTACT FELT THAT VEHICLES SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH BRAKE L...

Oct 14, 2005 Exterior Lighting Crash 133,000 mi

DT: ON JULY 10, 2005 THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH THE CAR IN NEUTRAL. THE BAKES WERE NOT PRESSED. BECAUSE THERE WERE NO BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATING THE VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND. THE CONTACT FELT THAT VEHICLES SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH BRAKE L...

Oct 14, 2005 Structure Crash 133,000 mi

DT: ON JULY 10, 2005 THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH THE CAR IN NEUTRAL. THE BAKES WERE NOT PRESSED. BECAUSE THERE WERE NO BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATING THE VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND. THE CONTACT FELT THAT VEHICLES SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH BRAKE L...

Oct 14, 2005 Exterior Lighting Crash 133,000 mi

DT: ON JULY 10, 2005 THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WITH THE CAR IN NEUTRAL. THE BAKES WERE NOT PRESSED. BECAUSE THERE WERE NO BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATING THE VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND. THE CONTACT FELT THAT VEHICLES SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH BRAKE L...

Sep 29, 2005 Tires

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AND TIRE FELL APART. *JB WHEN THE TREAD SEPARATED THE TIRE ITSELF REMAINED INFLATED. *NM

Sep 29, 2005 Tires

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AND TIRE FELL APART. *JB WHEN THE TREAD SEPARATED THE TIRE ITSELF REMAINED INFLATED. *NM

Aug 24, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 56,497 mi

DT: 1996 FORD RANGER. THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKED. CONSUMER SAW HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP ON JULY 25, 2005. IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY. CONSUMER PURCHASED THE SWITCH AND REPLACED IT HIMSELF. *AK *NM

Aug 24, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 56,497 mi

DT: 1996 FORD RANGER. THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKED. CONSUMER SAW HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP ON JULY 25, 2005. IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY. CONSUMER PURCHASED THE SWITCH AND REPLACED IT HIMSELF. *AK *NM

Aug 3, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DT: THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT DUE TO BRAKES BECAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL MOUNTING BRACKET BROKE. THIS OCCURRED ON MAY 24, 2005. THE ACCIDENT WAS REPORTED TO THE POLICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC AND THEY SAW THE BRAKE PEDAL HANGING DOWN. U...

Aug 3, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DT: THE CONTACT OWNED A 1996 FORD RANGER. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT DUE TO BRAKES BECAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL MOUNTING BRACKET BROKE. THIS OCCURRED ON MAY 24, 2005. THE ACCIDENT WAS REPORTED TO THE POLICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC AND THEY SAW THE BRAKE PEDAL HANGING DOWN. U...

Jul 11, 2005 Electrical System Fire

DT: ON 7/8/05 AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES , VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN OWNER NOTICED THE TIRE HAD BLOWN OUT, AND A BOOM WAS HEARD. THE OWNER RAN OUTSIDE AND VEHICLE WAS IN FLAMES. THE FLAMES WERE NOTICED UNDER HOOD OF TRUCK. THE FLAMES WENT INTO CAB. THE FIRE LASTED ABOUT 30 OR 35 MI...

Jul 11, 2005 Electrical System Fire

DT: ON 7/8/05 AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES , VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN OWNER NOTICED THE TIRE HAD BLOWN OUT, AND A BOOM WAS HEARD. THE OWNER RAN OUTSIDE AND VEHICLE WAS IN FLAMES. THE FLAMES WERE NOTICED UNDER HOOD OF TRUCK. THE FLAMES WENT INTO CAB. THE FIRE LASTED ABOUT 30 OR 35 MI...

Jun 21, 2005 Seat Belts 80,000 mi

ON MY 1996 FORD RANGER PICKUP TRUCK THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE HAS FAILED. THE SEAT BELT LATCH INSERTS INTO THE BUCKLE, BUT DOES NOT CATCH. I AM CURRENTLY USING THE CENTER SEAT BUCKLE FOR THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT UNTIL I GET IT REPAIRED.

Jun 21, 2005 Seat Belts 80,000 mi

ON MY 1996 FORD RANGER PICKUP TRUCK THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE HAS FAILED. THE SEAT BELT LATCH INSERTS INTO THE BUCKLE, BUT DOES NOT CATCH. I AM CURRENTLY USING THE CENTER SEAT BUCKLE FOR THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT UNTIL I GET IT REPAIRED.

Jun 8, 2005 Power Train 50,579 mi

1. NO EVENTS LEADING TO FAILURE. 2. WHILE TRYING TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE WENT FORWARD. NO DAMAGE WAS DONE TO VEHICLE OR PROPERTY. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE FAILED. IT WAS WORN THRU DO TO CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST PIPE. 3. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CABLE W...

Jun 8, 2005 Power Train 50,579 mi

1. NO EVENTS LEADING TO FAILURE. 2. WHILE TRYING TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE WENT FORWARD. NO DAMAGE WAS DONE TO VEHICLE OR PROPERTY. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE FAILED. IT WAS WORN THRU DO TO CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST PIPE. 3. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CABLE W...

May 8, 2005 Seat Belts

I HAVE A 1996 FORD RANGER AND THE REASON I AM WRITING IS THAT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT STAY BUCKLE OR SECURE. I FASTEN THE SEAT BELT AND A MINUTE LATER IT COMES UNBUCKLE.

May 8, 2005 Seat Belts

I HAVE A 1996 FORD RANGER AND THE REASON I AM WRITING IS THAT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT STAY BUCKLE OR SECURE. I FASTEN THE SEAT BELT AND A MINUTE LATER IT COMES UNBUCKLE.

Mar 31, 2005 Electrical System Fire 15,000 mi

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR 1 HOURR A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD. THE FIRE WAS PUT OUT, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVED THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 31, 2005 Electrical System Fire 15,000 mi

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR 1 HOURR A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD. THE FIRE WAS PUT OUT, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVED THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 2, 2005 Tires 172,407 mi

WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH LEFT REAR TIRE EXPERIENCED A TREAD SEPARATION. AFTER MARKET EQUIPMENT INSTALLED AT 144,109, TIRE SIZE P225/70R14, DOT # PJFCDXKR4102. THE TIRE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER OFFERED A 15 DOLLAR CREDIT TO A NEW TIRE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE FEELS THE REMAINING THREE TIR...

Mar 2, 2005 Tires 172,407 mi

WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH LEFT REAR TIRE EXPERIENCED A TREAD SEPARATION. AFTER MARKET EQUIPMENT INSTALLED AT 144,109, TIRE SIZE P225/70R14, DOT # PJFCDXKR4102. THE TIRE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER OFFERED A 15 DOLLAR CREDIT TO A NEW TIRE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE FEELS THE REMAINING THREE TIR...

Jan 23, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

ABOUT TWO YEARS AGO (I DON'T RECALL THE EXACT DATE) I HAD TAKEN MY 1996 FORD RANGER XLT INTO NORTH GATE FORD (PORT HURON/FT. GRATIOT, MI) FOR A TRACE ON ELECTRONICS?'CHECK ENGINE' LIGHT WAS ON. AFTER THEY HAD PLACED MY TRUCK ON THEIR COMPUTER THEY SAID THAT THEY HAD TO 'DOWNLOAD UPDATES' TO MY TRUCK...

Jan 23, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

ABOUT TWO YEARS AGO (I DON'T RECALL THE EXACT DATE) I HAD TAKEN MY 1996 FORD RANGER XLT INTO NORTH GATE FORD (PORT HURON/FT. GRATIOT, MI) FOR A TRACE ON ELECTRONICS?'CHECK ENGINE' LIGHT WAS ON. AFTER THEY HAD PLACED MY TRUCK ON THEIR COMPUTER THEY SAID THAT THEY HAD TO 'DOWNLOAD UPDATES' TO MY TRUCK...

Aug 23, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 109,128 mi

VBEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED, THEN IT ACCELCERATED. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY APPLYING THE BRAKES, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. *AK

Aug 23, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 109,128 mi

VBEHICLE SUDDENLY SURGED, THEN IT ACCELCERATED. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY APPLYING THE BRAKES, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. *AK

Jul 15, 2004 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH TWO BOLTS WHICH HELD THE STEERING BOX BROKE. AS A RESULT, THE STEERING PUMP FAILED, AND VEHICLE WAS INOPERABLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE BOLTS AND THE STEERING PUMP AT CONSUMER'S EXPENSE OF $458.00 . *AK THE STEERING BOX SNAPPED WHE...

Jul 15, 2004 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH TWO BOLTS WHICH HELD THE STEERING BOX BROKE. AS A RESULT, THE STEERING PUMP FAILED, AND VEHICLE WAS INOPERABLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE BOLTS AND THE STEERING PUMP AT CONSUMER'S EXPENSE OF $458.00 . *AK THE STEERING BOX SNAPPED WHE...

Jun 9, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING A FORD RANGER VIN [XXX] AT AROUND 40 MILES/HOUR IN A REGULAR STREET, THE TRUCK SUDDENLY START TO SPEED UP. IT DID NOT STOP EVEN WHEN I BRAKED VERY HARD. FINALLY I PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL TO BE ABLE TO STOP. I WAS ALMOST KILLED OR VERY BAD INJURED. I CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER BUT T...

Jun 9, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 92,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING A FORD RANGER VIN [XXX] AT AROUND 40 MILES/HOUR IN A REGULAR STREET, THE TRUCK SUDDENLY START TO SPEED UP. IT DID NOT STOP EVEN WHEN I BRAKED VERY HARD. FINALLY I PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL TO BE ABLE TO STOP. I WAS ALMOST KILLED OR VERY BAD INJURED. I CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER BUT T...

May 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 135,000 mi

ON MY 1996 FORD RANGER I HAVE A GAS LEAK WHEN I FILL THE TANK ALL THE WAY UP. IT LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK, DOWN THE SIDES, AND ON TO THE GROUND. IT APPEARS THAT THE HOSE GOING INTO THE GAS TANK HAS FAILED. *AK WHAN CONCERNS ME ARE TWO THINGS: FIRST, IF IT GETS ON SOME HOT METAL.....I ...

May 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 135,000 mi

ON MY 1996 FORD RANGER I HAVE A GAS LEAK WHEN I FILL THE TANK ALL THE WAY UP. IT LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK, DOWN THE SIDES, AND ON TO THE GROUND. IT APPEARS THAT THE HOSE GOING INTO THE GAS TANK HAS FAILED. *AK WHAN CONCERNS ME ARE TWO THINGS: FIRST, IF IT GETS ON SOME HOT METAL.....I ...

May 14, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 82,000 mi

GAS TANK LEAKING. *AK

May 14, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 82,000 mi

GAS TANK LEAKING. *AK

May 11, 2004 Tires 178,800 mi

SUMMIT TIRE, P225/70R14. DO TPJFC1ELR1203. CONSUMER DROVE ABOUT 60 MPH AND EXPERIENCED SIDEWALL TIRE SEPARATION. *AK

May 11, 2004 Tires 178,800 mi

SUMMIT TIRE, P225/70R14. DO TPJFC1ELR1203. CONSUMER DROVE ABOUT 60 MPH AND EXPERIENCED SIDEWALL TIRE SEPARATION. *AK

May 5, 2004 Electrical System Fire 112,620 mi

AN UNDERHOOD ELECTRICAL FIRE STARTED AT OR NEAR THE SPEED DEACTIVATION SWITCH MOUNTED ON THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.*AK

May 5, 2004 Electrical System Fire 112,620 mi

AN UNDERHOOD ELECTRICAL FIRE STARTED AT OR NEAR THE SPEED DEACTIVATION SWITCH MOUNTED ON THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.*AK

Apr 1, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

AFTER PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO GAIN SPEED, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS RELEASED THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SAME SPEED OR ACCELERATED AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT ANY FORCE. THE DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLA...

Apr 1, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

AFTER PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO GAIN SPEED, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS RELEASED THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SAME SPEED OR ACCELERATED AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT ANY FORCE. THE DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLA...

Feb 25, 2004 Fuel System, Other 154,626 mi

I OWN A 1996 FORD RANGER V6, 4.0L TRUCK. THREE INCIDENTS OF THE SAME NATURE HAS OCCURRED ON THIS VEHICLE. THE INCIDENT DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME BUT WHEN STEPPING ON THE GAS PEDAL TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE EVEN AFTER RELEASE OF THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO ...

Feb 25, 2004 Fuel System, Other 154,626 mi

I OWN A 1996 FORD RANGER V6, 4.0L TRUCK. THREE INCIDENTS OF THE SAME NATURE HAS OCCURRED ON THIS VEHICLE. THE INCIDENT DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME BUT WHEN STEPPING ON THE GAS PEDAL TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE EVEN AFTER RELEASE OF THE GAS PEDAL. I HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO ...

Oct 21, 2003 Visibility 135,000 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES OR WILL NOT WORK AT ALL. HOW DO YOU DRIVE SAFELY IN THE RAIN? *LA

Oct 21, 2003 Visibility 135,000 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES OR WILL NOT WORK AT ALL. HOW DO YOU DRIVE SAFELY IN THE RAIN? *LA

Sep 3, 2003 Seats

CONSUMER STATES UPON SEATING IN DRIVER SEAT BACK OF SEAT COLLAPSED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION. *AK

Sep 3, 2003 Seats

CONSUMER STATES UPON SEATING IN DRIVER SEAT BACK OF SEAT COLLAPSED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION. *AK

Aug 27, 2003 Visibility 98,600 mi

BLEND AIR DOOR FAILED AND WILL NOT OPERATE ON 1996 FORD RANGER RESULTING IN INOPERATIVE DEFROSTERS. FORD WANTS $700 TO REPAIR PROBLEM. NUMBEROUS WEB SITE FORUMS REPORT THIS TO BE A CHRONIC AND FREQUENT PROBLEM WITH 93-96 FORD RANGER/EXPLORER AND MOUNTAINEER VEHICLES.*AK

Aug 27, 2003 Visibility 98,600 mi

BLEND AIR DOOR FAILED AND WILL NOT OPERATE ON 1996 FORD RANGER RESULTING IN INOPERATIVE DEFROSTERS. FORD WANTS $700 TO REPAIR PROBLEM. NUMBEROUS WEB SITE FORUMS REPORT THIS TO BE A CHRONIC AND FREQUENT PROBLEM WITH 93-96 FORD RANGER/EXPLORER AND MOUNTAINEER VEHICLES.*AK

Aug 26, 2003 Seat Belts

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING SEAT BELT PROBLEMS. MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE ANY WARRANTY, AND THEY COULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. ALSO, SEAT BELTS ON THE MIDDLE SEAT WOULD NOT NOT BUCKLE.*AK

Aug 26, 2003 Seat Belts

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING SEAT BELT PROBLEMS. MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE ANY WARRANTY, AND THEY COULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. ALSO, SEAT BELTS ON THE MIDDLE SEAT WOULD NOT NOT BUCKLE.*AK

Jun 24, 2003 Tires

CONSUMER STATED ALL FOUR FIRESTONE FR480 TIRES, SIZE 22570R14, DOT # UNKNOWN, ARE CRACKED, AND TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE TIRES. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jun 24, 2003 Tires

CONSUMER STATED ALL FOUR FIRESTONE FR480 TIRES, SIZE 22570R14, DOT # UNKNOWN, ARE CRACKED, AND TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE TIRES. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Mar 8, 2003 Visibility 96,000 mi

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON BY THEMSELVES. *NLM

Mar 8, 2003 Visibility 96,000 mi

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON BY THEMSELVES. *NLM

Jan 24, 2003 Tires 40,000 mi

FIRESTONE FR480 P225/70R14 40000 MILES. LEFT REAR TIRE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION AND CATASTROPHIC FAILURE.

Jan 24, 2003 Tires 40,000 mi

FIRESTONE FR480 P225/70R14 40000 MILES. LEFT REAR TIRE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION AND CATASTROPHIC FAILURE.

Jan 16, 2003 Structure 87,000 mi

1996 FORD RANGER, 4.0, STANDARD CAB, STANDARD SHIFT, 2WHL DRIVE. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MOUNTING BRACKET, WHICH IS SPOT WELDED TO THE FIREWALL, BROKE THE WELDS. THIS LEFT THE VEHICAL WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO INCREASE SPEED ABOVE IDLE. ALTHOUGH THE BRACKET HAD POTENTIAL FASTENER HOLES THAT LINED UP W...

Jan 16, 2003 Structure 87,000 mi

1996 FORD RANGER, 4.0, STANDARD CAB, STANDARD SHIFT, 2WHL DRIVE. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MOUNTING BRACKET, WHICH IS SPOT WELDED TO THE FIREWALL, BROKE THE WELDS. THIS LEFT THE VEHICAL WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO INCREASE SPEED ABOVE IDLE. ALTHOUGH THE BRACKET HAD POTENTIAL FASTENER HOLES THAT LINED UP W...

Jan 13, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,029 mi

FUEL TANK CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL INTO A PARKING LOT. PHOENIX TEMP WAS 106 THAT DAY. SMELLED AND SAW GAS RUNNING ON THE GROUND. TOWED IT TO A REPAIR SHOP. REMOVED TANK AND FOUND CRACKS THAT LOOK LIKE STRESS FRACTURES BEHIND THE MOUNTING BRACKETS. IT WAS ALSO LEAKING AT THE TOP OUTLET OF T...

Jan 13, 2003 Fuel System, Other 79,029 mi

FUEL TANK CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL INTO A PARKING LOT. PHOENIX TEMP WAS 106 THAT DAY. SMELLED AND SAW GAS RUNNING ON THE GROUND. TOWED IT TO A REPAIR SHOP. REMOVED TANK AND FOUND CRACKS THAT LOOK LIKE STRESS FRACTURES BEHIND THE MOUNTING BRACKETS. IT WAS ALSO LEAKING AT THE TOP OUTLET OF T...

Jan 13, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 79,029 mi

FUEL TANK CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL INTO A PARKING LOT. PHOENIX TEMP WAS 106 THAT DAY. SMELLED AND SAW GAS RUNNING ON THE GROUND. TOWED IT TO A REPAIR SHOP. REMOVED TANK AND FOUND CRACKS THAT LOOK LIKE STRESS FRACTURES BEHIND THE MOUNTING BRACKETS. IT WAS ALSO LEAKING AT THE TOP OUTLET OF T...

Jan 13, 2003 Fuel System, Other 79,029 mi

FUEL TANK CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL INTO A PARKING LOT. PHOENIX TEMP WAS 106 THAT DAY. SMELLED AND SAW GAS RUNNING ON THE GROUND. TOWED IT TO A REPAIR SHOP. REMOVED TANK AND FOUND CRACKS THAT LOOK LIKE STRESS FRACTURES BEHIND THE MOUNTING BRACKETS. IT WAS ALSO LEAKING AT THE TOP OUTLET OF T...

Dec 23, 2002 Air Bags 93,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP AND WAS HIT ON THE DRIVER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, AND ONLY THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND BURNT THE DRIVER FACE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS

Dec 23, 2002 Air Bags 93,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP AND WAS HIT ON THE DRIVER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, AND ONLY THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND BURNT THE DRIVER FACE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS

Dec 5, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH IN A FRONTAL COLLISION THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS

Dec 5, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH IN A FRONTAL COLLISION THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS

Nov 15, 2002 Seat Belts

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FRONT SEAT BELTS BUCKLES WILL NOT LOCK PROPERLY CAUSING THE CONSUMER NOT TO HAVE A SEAT BELT ON WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED TS

Nov 15, 2002 Seat Belts

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FRONT SEAT BELTS BUCKLES WILL NOT LOCK PROPERLY CAUSING THE CONSUMER NOT TO HAVE A SEAT BELT ON WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED TS

Sep 27, 2002 Suspension

THE CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE REAR AXLE FELL OFF CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *MR THE CONSUMER'S FATHER, A MECAHNIC, STATED THAT AT THE ARROW, THE PIN BROKE, ALLOWING THE SPIDER GEAR SHAFT TO TURN ABOUT 1/4 RD AND ALLOWING THE AXLE TO MOVE IN AND T...

Sep 27, 2002 Suspension

THE CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE REAR AXLE FELL OFF CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *MR THE CONSUMER'S FATHER, A MECAHNIC, STATED THAT AT THE ARROW, THE PIN BROKE, ALLOWING THE SPIDER GEAR SHAFT TO TURN ABOUT 1/4 RD AND ALLOWING THE AXLE TO MOVE IN AND T...

Aug 20, 2002 Suspension

WHILE MAKING A TURN AT 25MPH AND WITH NO WARNING CONSUMER CAN HEAR A POPPING NOISE. IT COULD CAUSE FUTURE STEERING PROBLEMS. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Suspension

WHILE MAKING A TURN AT 25MPH AND WITH NO WARNING CONSUMER CAN HEAR A POPPING NOISE. IT COULD CAUSE FUTURE STEERING PROBLEMS. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Interior Lighting

DASHLIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER SEES SOOT ON THE DASH SOMETIMES AND SMELLS SOMETHING BURNING. DEALER DETERMINED AMPS ON FACTORY INSTALLED FUSES ARE TOO HIGH. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUSES SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 30 AMP. *SCC

Jul 29, 2002 Electrical System

DASHLIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER SEES SOOT ON THE DASH SOMETIMES AND SMELLS SOMETHING BURNING. DEALER DETERMINED AMPS ON FACTORY INSTALLED FUSES ARE TOO HIGH. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUSES SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 30 AMP. *SCC

Jul 29, 2002 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*AK THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WENT OUT. CONSUMER FOUND SOOT EVERYWHERE. CONSUMERS HUSBAND CHECKED TO SEE IF A FUSE HAD BLOWN. THEY NOTICED THAT IN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX THE FUSES USED WERE HIGHER THAN WHAT THE ...

Jul 29, 2002 Electrical System

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*AK THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WENT OUT. CONSUMER FOUND SOOT EVERYWHERE. CONSUMERS HUSBAND CHECKED TO SEE IF A FUSE HAD BLOWN. THEY NOTICED THAT IN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX THE FUSES USED WERE HIGHER THAN WHAT THE ...

Jul 29, 2002 Steering

WHILE MAKING A SLOW TURN STEERING WENT OUT, CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO TURN STEERING WHEEL, BUT VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. DEALER DETERMINED TWO BOLTS IN STEERING BOX HAD BROKEN.*AK

Jul 29, 2002 Interior Lighting

DASHLIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER SEES SOOT ON THE DASH SOMETIMES AND SMELLS SOMETHING BURNING. DEALER DETERMINED AMPS ON FACTORY INSTALLED FUSES ARE TOO HIGH. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUSES SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 30 AMP. *SCC

Jul 29, 2002 Electrical System

DASHLIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING. CONSUMER SEES SOOT ON THE DASH SOMETIMES AND SMELLS SOMETHING BURNING. DEALER DETERMINED AMPS ON FACTORY INSTALLED FUSES ARE TOO HIGH. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUSES SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 30 AMP. *SCC

Jul 29, 2002 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*AK THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WENT OUT. CONSUMER FOUND SOOT EVERYWHERE. CONSUMERS HUSBAND CHECKED TO SEE IF A FUSE HAD BLOWN. THEY NOTICED THAT IN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX THE FUSES USED WERE HIGHER THAN WHAT THE ...

Jul 29, 2002 Electrical System

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN EXAMINED BY DEALER.*AK THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WENT OUT. CONSUMER FOUND SOOT EVERYWHERE. CONSUMERS HUSBAND CHECKED TO SEE IF A FUSE HAD BLOWN. THEY NOTICED THAT IN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX THE FUSES USED WERE HIGHER THAN WHAT THE ...

Jul 29, 2002 Steering

WHILE MAKING A SLOW TURN STEERING WENT OUT, CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO TURN STEERING WHEEL, BUT VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. DEALER DETERMINED TWO BOLTS IN STEERING BOX HAD BROKEN.*AK

Jul 13, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AFTER 1 HOUR DRIVE, VEHICLE WAS 40% BURNED AND DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. FIRE ORIGINATED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON DRIVERS SIDE.*AK

Jul 13, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AFTER 1 HOUR DRIVE, VEHICLE WAS 40% BURNED AND DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. FIRE ORIGINATED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON DRIVERS SIDE.*AK

Jul 4, 2002 Tires

MY PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEWOUT LAST NIGHT ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK ON THE I10. WHAT I FOUND STRANGE IS THAT THE TIRE CAME APART IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SIDEWALL AND IS CUT IN A PERFECT CIRCLE. THE RUBBER LEFT ON THE RIM ON THE SIDE THAT CAME APART LOOKS TO BE ABOUT 2 INCHES OUT FROM THE RIM ALL THE WAY...

Jul 4, 2002 Tires

MY PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEWOUT LAST NIGHT ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK ON THE I10. WHAT I FOUND STRANGE IS THAT THE TIRE CAME APART IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SIDEWALL AND IS CUT IN A PERFECT CIRCLE. THE RUBBER LEFT ON THE RIM ON THE SIDE THAT CAME APART LOOKS TO BE ABOUT 2 INCHES OUT FROM THE RIM ALL THE WAY...

Jun 10, 2002 Interior Lighting

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE COURTESY LIGHTS AND TRUNK CARGO LIGHTS STAYING ON WHILE DRIVING OR PARKING. BLOWER MOTOR WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF WHILE THE SWITCH ARE IN THE OFF MODE OR IN THE ON MODE. DEALER AND MANUFACTRER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK THE ABS BRAKES LOCK UP ON WET PAVEMENT....

Jun 10, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE COURTESY LIGHTS AND TRUNK CARGO LIGHTS STAYING ON WHILE DRIVING OR PARKING. BLOWER MOTOR WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF WHILE THE SWITCH ARE IN THE OFF MODE OR IN THE ON MODE. DEALER AND MANUFACTRER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK THE ABS BRAKES LOCK UP ON WET PAVEMENT....

Jun 10, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, CHIME WOULD GO OFF. DRIVER WOULD JIGGLE THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH TO GET IT TURNED OFF. DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE KEY WILL ALSO COME OUT OF THE SWITCH WHILE THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING. *SLC

Jun 10, 2002 Interior Lighting

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE COURTESY LIGHTS AND TRUNK CARGO LIGHTS STAYING ON WHILE DRIVING OR PARKING. BLOWER MOTOR WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF WHILE THE SWITCH ARE IN THE OFF MODE OR IN THE ON MODE. DEALER AND MANUFACTRER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK THE ABS BRAKES LOCK UP ON WET PAVEMENT....

Jun 10, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE COURTESY LIGHTS AND TRUNK CARGO LIGHTS STAYING ON WHILE DRIVING OR PARKING. BLOWER MOTOR WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF WHILE THE SWITCH ARE IN THE OFF MODE OR IN THE ON MODE. DEALER AND MANUFACTRER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK THE ABS BRAKES LOCK UP ON WET PAVEMENT....

Jun 10, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, CHIME WOULD GO OFF. DRIVER WOULD JIGGLE THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH TO GET IT TURNED OFF. DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE KEY WILL ALSO COME OUT OF THE SWITCH WHILE THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING. *SLC

May 1, 2002 Tires

TREAD OF FRONT LEFT TIRE PEELED OFF AT 65 MPH, FORCING VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THERE WAS NO PUNCTURE TO THE TIRE AND THE TIRE WAS STILL FULLY INFLATED AFTER TAKING THE TIRE OFF. I TOOK THE TIRE TO THE NEAREST FIRESTONE STORE BUT THEY ONLY OFFERED A LIMITED REPLACEMENT DEAL. I HAVE SAVED THE TIRES A...

May 1, 2002 Tires

TREAD OF FRONT LEFT TIRE PEELED OFF AT 65 MPH, FORCING VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THERE WAS NO PUNCTURE TO THE TIRE AND THE TIRE WAS STILL FULLY INFLATED AFTER TAKING THE TIRE OFF. I TOOK THE TIRE TO THE NEAREST FIRESTONE STORE BUT THEY ONLY OFFERED A LIMITED REPLACEMENT DEAL. I HAVE SAVED THE TIRES A...

Mar 8, 2002 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER COMES ON BY THEMSELVES. HAS TO PLAY WITH SWITCH TO TURN OFF. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER CONTACTED. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Mar 8, 2002 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER COMES ON BY THEMSELVES. HAS TO PLAY WITH SWITCH TO TURN OFF. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER CONTACTED. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

Jan 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS FAILED WHEN PEDAL HELD DOWN IN RAPID STOP. PULSES AND THEN DROPS FOR SEVERAL SECONDS BEFORE REENGAGING. HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENTS MANY TIMES DURING ENTIRE TIME I HAVE OWNED TRUCK. TECHNICIANS CAN FIND NO INFORMATION ON WHY THIS MIGHT OCCUR. *AK

Jan 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS FAILED WHEN PEDAL HELD DOWN IN RAPID STOP. PULSES AND THEN DROPS FOR SEVERAL SECONDS BEFORE REENGAGING. HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENTS MANY TIMES DURING ENTIRE TIME I HAVE OWNED TRUCK. TECHNICIANS CAN FIND NO INFORMATION ON WHY THIS MIGHT OCCUR. *AK

Jan 29, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 29, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 24, 2002 Suspension

THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS WAS BROKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE IS NO REASON FOR A SOLID PIECE OF STEEL TO JUST BREAK. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKES WERE LOW,REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND RESURFACE ROTORS. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Suspension

THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS WAS BROKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE IS NO REASON FOR A SOLID PIECE OF STEEL TO JUST BREAK. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKES WERE LOW,REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND RESURFACE ROTORS. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Suspension

THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS WAS BROKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE IS NO REASON FOR A SOLID PIECE OF STEEL TO JUST BREAK. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKES WERE LOW,REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND RESURFACE ROTORS. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Suspension

THE REAR LEAF SPRINGS WAS BROKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE IS NO REASON FOR A SOLID PIECE OF STEEL TO JUST BREAK. *YH

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKES WERE LOW,REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND RESURFACE ROTORS. *YH

Jan 10, 2002 Visibility

CHIME AND LIGHT WON'T GO OUT, WIPERS HAVE SHORT. I FEAR A FIRE DUE TO OVERHEATED ELECTRICAL WIRING/COMPONENTS. *AK

Jan 10, 2002 Electrical System

CHIME AND LIGHT WON'T GO OUT, WIPERS HAVE SHORT. I FEAR A FIRE DUE TO OVERHEATED ELECTRICAL WIRING/COMPONENTS. *AK

Jan 10, 2002 Visibility

CHIME AND LIGHT WON'T GO OUT, WIPERS HAVE SHORT. I FEAR A FIRE DUE TO OVERHEATED ELECTRICAL WIRING/COMPONENTS. *AK

Jan 10, 2002 Electrical System

CHIME AND LIGHT WON'T GO OUT, WIPERS HAVE SHORT. I FEAR A FIRE DUE TO OVERHEATED ELECTRICAL WIRING/COMPONENTS. *AK

Dec 20, 2001 Interior Lighting

REPEATED PROBLEMS WITH DOME LIGHT ON ALWAYS WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS ON OR OFF, KEY IN IGNITION OR NOT; DOOR CHIME ALWAYS ON IF KEY IS IN IGNITION, VEHICLE ON OR OFF; BOTH CANNOT BE CORRECTED UNLESS FUSE IS REMOVED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH FORDS AND NE...

Dec 20, 2001 Interior Lighting

REPEATED PROBLEMS WITH DOME LIGHT ON ALWAYS WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS ON OR OFF, KEY IN IGNITION OR NOT; DOOR CHIME ALWAYS ON IF KEY IS IN IGNITION, VEHICLE ON OR OFF; BOTH CANNOT BE CORRECTED UNLESS FUSE IS REMOVED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH FORDS AND NE...

Dec 6, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 6, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY IN THE DARK, LIGHTS WILL GO OUT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CONSUMER HAD TO TOUCH DIMMER SWITCH SO THAT LIGHTS WILL COME BACK ON. SWITCH HAD BEEN REPLACED BEFORE UNDER WARRANTY. BUT, CURRENTLY WAS NOT WORKING AGAIN, CONSUMER FEES IF IT GETS FIXED AGAIN, IT WILL NOT WORK AGAIN LAT...

Nov 29, 2001 Exterior Lighting

DIMMER SWITCH CAUSES LIGHTS TO SHUT OFF. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY IN THE DARK, LIGHTS WILL GO OUT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CONSUMER HAD TO TOUCH DIMMER SWITCH SO THAT LIGHTS WILL COME BACK ON. SWITCH HAD BEEN REPLACED BEFORE UNDER WARRANTY. BUT, CURRENTLY WAS NOT WORKING AGAIN, CONSUMER FEES IF IT GETS FIXED AGAIN, IT WILL NOT WORK AGAIN LAT...

Nov 29, 2001 Exterior Lighting

DIMMER SWITCH CAUSES LIGHTS TO SHUT OFF. *AK

Nov 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WILL STALL INTERMITTENTLY WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED, REGARDLESS OF WEATHER CONDITIONS / TEMPERATURES. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Nov 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WILL STALL INTERMITTENTLY WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED, REGARDLESS OF WEATHER CONDITIONS / TEMPERATURES. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Oct 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS LOOSE GRAVEL ON ROAD AND PAVEMENT WAS WET AT THE INTERSECTION, WHEN ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN BRAKES LOCKED UP, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.

Oct 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS LOOSE GRAVEL ON ROAD AND PAVEMENT WAS WET AT THE INTERSECTION, WHEN ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN BRAKES LOCKED UP, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.

Oct 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS LOOSE GRAVEL ON ROAD AND PAVEMENT WAS WET AT THE INTERSECTION, WHEN ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN BRAKES LOCKED UP, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.

Oct 15, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS LOOSE GRAVEL ON ROAD AND PAVEMENT WAS WET AT THE INTERSECTION, WHEN ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN BRAKES LOCKED UP, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.

Oct 6, 2001 Exterior Lighting

BOTH HEADLIGHTS GO OUT WHILE DRIVING, COME BACK ON WITHIN TEN SECONDS. OCCURS ONLY ONCE OR TWICE IN 3 TO 4 MONTH TIME FRAME. FORD AND DEALER CAN NOT HELP. OIGINALLY TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIR ON 5/16/97. COULD NOT FIND PROBLEM. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE HAS NO INFO RELATED IN THEIR DATA BASE. VERY...

Oct 6, 2001 Exterior Lighting

BOTH HEADLIGHTS GO OUT WHILE DRIVING, COME BACK ON WITHIN TEN SECONDS. OCCURS ONLY ONCE OR TWICE IN 3 TO 4 MONTH TIME FRAME. FORD AND DEALER CAN NOT HELP. OIGINALLY TAKEN TO DEALER FOR REPAIR ON 5/16/97. COULD NOT FIND PROBLEM. FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE HAS NO INFO RELATED IN THEIR DATA BASE. VERY...

Aug 22, 2001 Tires

TIRE COMPLETELY SHREDDED AND EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED ON HIGHWAY. *AK (TIRESIZE: P22570R14)

Aug 22, 2001 Tires

TIRE COMPLETELY SHREDDED AND EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED ON HIGHWAY. *AK (TIRESIZE: P22570R14)

Aug 18, 2001 Visibility

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 2 YEARS THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH ON THE END OF THE TURN SIGNAL ARM HAS FAILED. WASHER SWITCH ON ARM STILL WORKS, BUT WIPERS DO NOT WORK IN ANY MODE. I HAVE CONTACTED A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY WILL ONLY OFFER TO REPLACE AGAIN FOR AROUND $300.00

Aug 18, 2001 Exterior Lighting

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 2 YEARS THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH ON THE END OF THE TURN SIGNAL ARM HAS FAILED. WASHER SWITCH ON ARM STILL WORKS, BUT WIPERS DO NOT WORK IN ANY MODE. I HAVE CONTACTED A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY WILL ONLY OFFER TO REPLACE AGAIN FOR AROUND $300.00

Aug 18, 2001 Visibility

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 2 YEARS THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH ON THE END OF THE TURN SIGNAL ARM HAS FAILED. WASHER SWITCH ON ARM STILL WORKS, BUT WIPERS DO NOT WORK IN ANY MODE. I HAVE CONTACTED A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY WILL ONLY OFFER TO REPLACE AGAIN FOR AROUND $300.00

Aug 18, 2001 Exterior Lighting

THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 2 YEARS THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH ON THE END OF THE TURN SIGNAL ARM HAS FAILED. WASHER SWITCH ON ARM STILL WORKS, BUT WIPERS DO NOT WORK IN ANY MODE. I HAVE CONTACTED A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY WILL ONLY OFFER TO REPLACE AGAIN FOR AROUND $300.00

Aug 6, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 TO 60 MPH - ANOTHE VEHICLE PULLED INTO TRAFFIC LANE AND CAUSED A CRASH. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED OTHER VEHICLE PULLING INTO LANE. PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED TO HOLD PASSENGER AND RELEASED DURING IMPACT. PASSENGER EXPERIENCED RIB INJURIES,...

Aug 6, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 TO 60 MPH - ANOTHE VEHICLE PULLED INTO TRAFFIC LANE AND CAUSED A CRASH. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED OTHER VEHICLE PULLING INTO LANE. PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED TO HOLD PASSENGER AND RELEASED DURING IMPACT. PASSENGER EXPERIENCED RIB INJURIES,...

Jul 17, 2001 Tires Crash

THE TREAD ON THE TIRES PEELED OFF WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 75MPH. THE BACK OF THE TRUCK STARTED TO SWING OUT OF CONTROL AND IT WENT INTO A SPIN. IT THROUGH HER AND THE TRUCK INTO TWO PINE TREES 15 FEET OFF I-75. THE TRUCK WAS TOTALLED AND SHE WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL WITH H...

Jul 17, 2001 Tires Crash

THE TREAD ON THE TIRES PEELED OFF WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 75MPH. THE BACK OF THE TRUCK STARTED TO SWING OUT OF CONTROL AND IT WENT INTO A SPIN. IT THROUGH HER AND THE TRUCK INTO TWO PINE TREES 15 FEET OFF I-75. THE TRUCK WAS TOTALLED AND SHE WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL WITH H...

Jun 26, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WENT IN TO HAVE THE OIL CHANGED AND THEY SHOWED ME THAT THE OIL PAN GASKET WAS ABOUT TO BLOW OUT. I HAD JUST HAD THE OIL CHANGED 3000 MILES AGOE AND WENT ON A TRIP WHIT A NEW OIL CHANGE. I RETURNED HOME AND WENT TO GET THE OIL CHANGED AGAIN THE NEXT DAY AND FOUND THE OIL GASKET COMMING OUT. THANK...

Jun 26, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WENT IN TO HAVE THE OIL CHANGED AND THEY SHOWED ME THAT THE OIL PAN GASKET WAS ABOUT TO BLOW OUT. I HAD JUST HAD THE OIL CHANGED 3000 MILES AGOE AND WENT ON A TRIP WHIT A NEW OIL CHANGE. I RETURNED HOME AND WENT TO GET THE OIL CHANGED AGAIN THE NEXT DAY AND FOUND THE OIL GASKET COMMING OUT. THANK...

Jun 13, 2001 Tires

FIRESTONE, P225/70 R14. 60,000 MILES. ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MOUNTED ON A FORD, RANGER 1996. WHILE TRAVLING AT ABOUT 50 MPH LEFT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENTS.*AK YH

Jun 13, 2001 Tires

FIRESTONE, P225/70 R14. 60,000 MILES. ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MOUNTED ON A FORD, RANGER 1996. WHILE TRAVLING AT ABOUT 50 MPH LEFT FRONT TIRE SHREDDED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENTS.*AK YH

May 29, 2001 Tires

PE 00 020/TREAD SEPARATION: WHILE PARKED NOTICED LEFT REAR TIRE SHOW SIGN OF TREAD SEPARATION ON A 1996, FORD, RANGER; AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT, INSTALLED AT 25,000 MILES, TIRE SIZE P225/70R14, DOT# W2FC1PR038. FIRESTONE WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK CONSUMER REPORTED PROBLEM TO FIRESTONE ON 5-...

May 29, 2001 Tires

PE 00 020/TREAD SEPARATION: WHILE PARKED NOTICED LEFT REAR TIRE SHOW SIGN OF TREAD SEPARATION ON A 1996, FORD, RANGER; AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT, INSTALLED AT 25,000 MILES, TIRE SIZE P225/70R14, DOT# W2FC1PR038. FIRESTONE WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK CONSUMER REPORTED PROBLEM TO FIRESTONE ON 5-...

May 26, 2001 Tires

I WAS RETURNING FROM THE STATE FAIR IN MILWAUKEE WI WITH MY SON. WHILE TRAVELING NORTH THUR FOND DU LAC, WI THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF ROAD. ONLY THE SIDE WALLS OF THE TIRE REMAINED. I HAD CHECKED ALL FOUR TIRES BEFORE LEAVING THE CAMP GROUNDS IN THE...

May 26, 2001 Tires

I WAS RETURNING FROM THE STATE FAIR IN MILWAUKEE WI WITH MY SON. WHILE TRAVELING NORTH THUR FOND DU LAC, WI THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF ROAD. ONLY THE SIDE WALLS OF THE TIRE REMAINED. I HAD CHECKED ALL FOUR TIRES BEFORE LEAVING THE CAMP GROUNDS IN THE...

May 23, 2001 Air Bags Crash

AIRBAG DEPLOYED ON 2/13/01 WITHOUT CAUSE AT VEHICLE SPEED OF EST. 10 MPH, TRUCK HIT LAND EMBANKMENT ALONG SIDE OF THE ROAD.THERE IS NO VISIBLE DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. VEHICLE IS DRIVABLE WITH EXCEPTION OF AIRBAG. AIRBAG CAUSED CRITICAL INJURY TO 47 YR OLD DRIVER INCLUDING: CRUSHED STERNUM, CRACKED RIBS, ...

May 23, 2001 Air Bags Crash

AIRBAG DEPLOYED ON 2/13/01 WITHOUT CAUSE AT VEHICLE SPEED OF EST. 10 MPH, TRUCK HIT LAND EMBANKMENT ALONG SIDE OF THE ROAD.THERE IS NO VISIBLE DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. VEHICLE IS DRIVABLE WITH EXCEPTION OF AIRBAG. AIRBAG CAUSED CRITICAL INJURY TO 47 YR OLD DRIVER INCLUDING: CRUSHED STERNUM, CRACKED RIBS, ...

May 22, 2001 Tires

I EXPERIENCED A TREAD SEPARATION AT 70 MPH ON DRY PAVEMENT ON A WARM DAY (90 DEGREES). *AK (DOT NUMBER: VDUTJAB146 TIRESIZE: P255/60R15)

May 22, 2001 Tires

I EXPERIENCED A TREAD SEPARATION AT 70 MPH ON DRY PAVEMENT ON A WARM DAY (90 DEGREES). *AK (DOT NUMBER: VDUTJAB146 TIRESIZE: P255/60R15)

Apr 16, 2001 Electrical System

TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR EAST FORD (DEALER) FOR TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE. THE OD LIGHT AND REVERSE LIGHTS FAILED FROM THAT POINT ON. TRUCK TAKEN BACK 4/16/2001 FOR SAME, DEALER SAYS WIRING IN STEERING/SHIFTER IS RUBBED AND REQUIRES SHIFTER REPLACMENT.*AK

Apr 16, 2001 Power Train

TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR EAST FORD (DEALER) FOR TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE. THE OD LIGHT AND REVERSE LIGHTS FAILED FROM THAT POINT ON. TRUCK TAKEN BACK 4/16/2001 FOR SAME, DEALER SAYS WIRING IN STEERING/SHIFTER IS RUBBED AND REQUIRES SHIFTER REPLACMENT.*AK

Apr 16, 2001 Electrical System

TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR EAST FORD (DEALER) FOR TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE. THE OD LIGHT AND REVERSE LIGHTS FAILED FROM THAT POINT ON. TRUCK TAKEN BACK 4/16/2001 FOR SAME, DEALER SAYS WIRING IN STEERING/SHIFTER IS RUBBED AND REQUIRES SHIFTER REPLACMENT.*AK

Apr 16, 2001 Power Train

TRUCK WAS TAKEN FOR EAST FORD (DEALER) FOR TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE. THE OD LIGHT AND REVERSE LIGHTS FAILED FROM THAT POINT ON. TRUCK TAKEN BACK 4/16/2001 FOR SAME, DEALER SAYS WIRING IN STEERING/SHIFTER IS RUBBED AND REQUIRES SHIFTER REPLACMENT.*AK

Apr 11, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Apr 11, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN LOW GEAR, IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS VEHICLE WAS MAKING A NOISE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER HAS REPLACED CLUTCH, AND HAS STATED THAT MANUAL TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *...

Mar 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES LOCK UP ONLY DURING WET ROAD CONDITIONS. VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER'S REPAIR SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER . *AK

Mar 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES LOCK UP ONLY DURING WET ROAD CONDITIONS. VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER'S REPAIR SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER . *AK

Mar 21, 2001 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT BUCKLE WILL GO INSIDE OF RETRACTOR, BUT SEATBELT WILL NOT RETRACT. DEALERSHIP AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Mar 21, 2001 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT BUCKLE WILL GO INSIDE OF RETRACTOR, BUT SEATBELT WILL NOT RETRACT. DEALERSHIP AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Mar 5, 2001 Suspension

THE FRONT SUSPENSION DESIGN DEFECT PREVENTS THE CROSS CAMBER FROM BEING ADJUSTED WITHIN MANUFACTURERS SPECIFIED TOLERENCE DURING FRONT END ALIGNMENT RESULTING IN RAPID WEAR TO THE OUTSIDE EDGE AND SIDEWALL OF THE FRONT TIRES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CAUSING ROARING NOISE AND UNSTABLE STEERING WHEEL, ALL F...

Mar 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAS RESONANCE PROBLEM WHICH PRODUCES A SINGING SOUND AND A PRONOUNCED VIBRATION THROUGH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, ON A LONG TRIP THIS CAUSES THE CONSUMERS FOOT TO FALL ASLEEP AND RESULTS IN OVERBRAKING. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Suspension

THE FRONT SUSPENSION DESIGN DEFECT PREVENTS THE CROSS CAMBER FROM BEING ADJUSTED WITHIN MANUFACTURERS SPECIFIED TOLERENCE DURING FRONT END ALIGNMENT RESULTING IN RAPID WEAR TO THE OUTSIDE EDGE AND SIDEWALL OF THE FRONT TIRES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CAUSING ROARING NOISE AND UNSTABLE STEERING WHEEL, ALL F...

Mar 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAS RESONANCE PROBLEM WHICH PRODUCES A SINGING SOUND AND A PRONOUNCED VIBRATION THROUGH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, ON A LONG TRIP THIS CAUSES THE CONSUMERS FOOT TO FALL ASLEEP AND RESULTS IN OVERBRAKING. NLM

Mar 3, 2001 Visibility

ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON DOME LIGHT DOESNT GO OFF WINDSHIELD WIPERS DONT GO OFF. *AK

Mar 3, 2001 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON DOME LIGHT DOESNT GO OFF WINDSHIELD WIPERS DONT GO OFF. *AK

Mar 3, 2001 Visibility

ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON DOME LIGHT DOESNT GO OFF WINDSHIELD WIPERS DONT GO OFF. *AK

Mar 3, 2001 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON DOME LIGHT DOESNT GO OFF WINDSHIELD WIPERS DONT GO OFF. *AK

Mar 2, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HAS HIGH ENGINE RPM BETWEEN 1600 TO 2200. NOT SAFE TO DRIVE ON ICY ROAD CONDITONS. CONSUMER CONCERNED ABOUT LONG TERM WEAR AND TEAR ON CLUTCH, TRANSMISSION AND REAR AXLE. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 2, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HAS HIGH ENGINE RPM BETWEEN 1600 TO 2200. NOT SAFE TO DRIVE ON ICY ROAD CONDITONS. CONSUMER CONCERNED ABOUT LONG TERM WEAR AND TEAR ON CLUTCH, TRANSMISSION AND REAR AXLE. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 30, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON FOR NO REASON, WON'T COME ON SOMETIMES, DOME LIGHT AND DOOR BEEP STAYS ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, ACCELERATOR STICKS OFTEN.*AK

Jan 30, 2001 Interior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON FOR NO REASON, WON'T COME ON SOMETIMES, DOME LIGHT AND DOOR BEEP STAYS ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, ACCELERATOR STICKS OFTEN.*AK

Jan 30, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON FOR NO REASON, WON'T COME ON SOMETIMES, DOME LIGHT AND DOOR BEEP STAYS ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, ACCELERATOR STICKS OFTEN.*AK

Jan 30, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON FOR NO REASON, WON'T COME ON SOMETIMES, DOME LIGHT AND DOOR BEEP STAYS ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, ACCELERATOR STICKS OFTEN.*AK

Jan 30, 2001 Interior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON FOR NO REASON, WON'T COME ON SOMETIMES, DOME LIGHT AND DOOR BEEP STAYS ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, ACCELERATOR STICKS OFTEN.*AK

Jan 30, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON FOR NO REASON, WON'T COME ON SOMETIMES, DOME LIGHT AND DOOR BEEP STAYS ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, ACCELERATOR STICKS OFTEN.*AK

Jan 29, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Visibility

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Visibility

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 25, 2001 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON WITHOUT BEING TURNED ON, THIS FAILURE HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK. *SLC

Jan 25, 2001 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON WITHOUT BEING TURNED ON, THIS FAILURE HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK. *SLC

Jan 8, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER MADE AN APPOINTMENT AT DEALER'S TO REPAIR COIL SPRING THAT HAD TO BE ALIGNED. BUT, COULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WHERE CONSUMER HAD TO USE CUPS TO RAISE SPRING AND TRY TO FIX PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 8, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER MADE AN APPOINTMENT AT DEALER'S TO REPAIR COIL SPRING THAT HAD TO BE ALIGNED. BUT, COULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WHERE CONSUMER HAD TO USE CUPS TO RAISE SPRING AND TRY TO FIX PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 27, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE. KNOCKING ROD AT ONLY 56,000 MI. OVER $3,000 FOR NEW ENGINE. HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO TURN ON BEFORE LEAVING DRIVEWAY. CAME ON AFTER TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS AND TURN SIGNALS. ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, I'M ABOUT TO DOWNSHIFT TO MAKE A TURN AND THE ENGINE CUTS OFF. NO POWER STEERING, NEARLY LOST...

Dec 27, 2000 Exterior Lighting

ENGINE. KNOCKING ROD AT ONLY 56,000 MI. OVER $3,000 FOR NEW ENGINE. HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO TURN ON BEFORE LEAVING DRIVEWAY. CAME ON AFTER TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS AND TURN SIGNALS. ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, I'M ABOUT TO DOWNSHIFT TO MAKE A TURN AND THE ENGINE CUTS OFF. NO POWER STEERING, NEARLY LOST...

Dec 27, 2000 Electrical System

ENGINE. KNOCKING ROD AT ONLY 56,000 MI. OVER $3,000 FOR NEW ENGINE. HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO TURN ON BEFORE LEAVING DRIVEWAY. CAME ON AFTER TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS AND TURN SIGNALS. ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, I'M ABOUT TO DOWNSHIFT TO MAKE A TURN AND THE ENGINE CUTS OFF. NO POWER STEERING, NEARLY LOST...

Dec 27, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, DOME STAYS ON, DOOR CHIME STAYS ON. *AK

Dec 27, 2000 Interior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, DOME STAYS ON, DOOR CHIME STAYS ON. *AK

Dec 27, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE. KNOCKING ROD AT ONLY 56,000 MI. OVER $3,000 FOR NEW ENGINE. HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO TURN ON BEFORE LEAVING DRIVEWAY. CAME ON AFTER TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS AND TURN SIGNALS. ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, I'M ABOUT TO DOWNSHIFT TO MAKE A TURN AND THE ENGINE CUTS OFF. NO POWER STEERING, NEARLY LOST...

Dec 27, 2000 Exterior Lighting

ENGINE. KNOCKING ROD AT ONLY 56,000 MI. OVER $3,000 FOR NEW ENGINE. HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO TURN ON BEFORE LEAVING DRIVEWAY. CAME ON AFTER TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS AND TURN SIGNALS. ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, I'M ABOUT TO DOWNSHIFT TO MAKE A TURN AND THE ENGINE CUTS OFF. NO POWER STEERING, NEARLY LOST...

Dec 27, 2000 Electrical System

ENGINE. KNOCKING ROD AT ONLY 56,000 MI. OVER $3,000 FOR NEW ENGINE. HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO TURN ON BEFORE LEAVING DRIVEWAY. CAME ON AFTER TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS AND TURN SIGNALS. ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, I'M ABOUT TO DOWNSHIFT TO MAKE A TURN AND THE ENGINE CUTS OFF. NO POWER STEERING, NEARLY LOST...

Dec 27, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, DOME STAYS ON, DOOR CHIME STAYS ON. *AK

Dec 27, 2000 Interior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, DOME STAYS ON, DOOR CHIME STAYS ON. *AK

Dec 23, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS GO OFF WITHOUT TOUCHING THE SWITCH. *AK

Dec 23, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS GO OFF WITHOUT TOUCHING THE SWITCH. *AK

Dec 4, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 4, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 1, 2000 Suspension

LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE. NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF EXTERIOR DAMAGE. LOOKS LIKE METAL DEFECT. *AK

Dec 1, 2000 Suspension

LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE. NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF EXTERIOR DAMAGE. LOOKS LIKE METAL DEFECT. *AK

Nov 28, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE ATX TIRES (P235 75 R15) WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE FIRST TIME 2" WORE OFF AND THE STEEL BELTS WERE EXPOSED, THE SECOND TIME THERE WAS TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Nov 28, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE ATX TIRES (P235 75 R15) WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE FIRST TIME 2" WORE OFF AND THE STEEL BELTS WERE EXPOSED, THE SECOND TIME THERE WAS TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Nov 27, 2000 Tires

TIRE SEPARATED AFTER ONLY 3 MONTHS USE, NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *AK (DOT NUMBER: CHK6 TIRESIZE: 27/8.50R14)

Nov 27, 2000 Tires

TIRE SEPARATED AFTER ONLY 3 MONTHS USE, NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *AK (DOT NUMBER: CHK6 TIRESIZE: 27/8.50R14)

Oct 31, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL ACTIVATE WITHOUT ANY WARNING,SOMETIMES WASHERS ACTIATE AT SAME TIME.I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE NEW. ORIGINALY IT WAS ONLY ONCE EVERY 6 MONTHS OR SO BUT NOW IT IS NEARLY DAILY AND MANY TIMES DURING THE DAY. I HAVE SPOKEN TO NUMERO. *AK

Oct 31, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL ACTIVATE WITHOUT ANY WARNING,SOMETIMES WASHERS ACTIATE AT SAME TIME.I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE NEW. ORIGINALY IT WAS ONLY ONCE EVERY 6 MONTHS OR SO BUT NOW IT IS NEARLY DAILY AND MANY TIMES DURING THE DAY. I HAVE SPOKEN TO NUMERO. *AK

Oct 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN TRUCK IS DRIVEN IN THE MORNING, NO MATTER AT WHAT SPEED, REAR BRAKES LOCK UP. TRUCK IS FINE FOR THE REST OF DAY. OWNER PHONED TWO DEALERSHIPS ABOUT PROBLEM. OWNER WAS TOLD BY ONE OF DEALERSHIPS THAT THERE WAS A NEW MATERIAL ON THE BRAKE LINING THAT WOULD PREVENT THIS PROBLEM. PROBLEM HAS ...

Oct 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN TRUCK IS DRIVEN IN THE MORNING, NO MATTER AT WHAT SPEED, REAR BRAKES LOCK UP. TRUCK IS FINE FOR THE REST OF DAY. OWNER PHONED TWO DEALERSHIPS ABOUT PROBLEM. OWNER WAS TOLD BY ONE OF DEALERSHIPS THAT THERE WAS A NEW MATERIAL ON THE BRAKE LINING THAT WOULD PREVENT THIS PROBLEM. PROBLEM HAS ...

Oct 24, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL (00T-005) NOTIFICATION, CONSUMER WENT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY STATED THE TIRES WERE NOT AFFECTED, HOWEVER THE FIRESTONE DEALERSHIP INSPECTED AND CHANGED THE TIRES, CONSUMER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT. *MJS

Oct 24, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ON DUE TO FAILURE OF THE SENSOR UNIT. *MJS

Oct 24, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS REPLACED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION, THEY WERE FALLING APART. *MJS

Oct 24, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL (00T-005) NOTIFICATION, CONSUMER WENT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY STATED THE TIRES WERE NOT AFFECTED, HOWEVER THE FIRESTONE DEALERSHIP INSPECTED AND CHANGED THE TIRES, CONSUMER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT. *MJS

Oct 24, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ON DUE TO FAILURE OF THE SENSOR UNIT. *MJS

Oct 24, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS REPLACED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION, THEY WERE FALLING APART. *MJS

Oct 22, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SIDEWALL ON ONE OF THE TIRES HAD SPLIT, INSPECTION OF THE OTHER TIRES REVEALED THE SAME, THE TIRES HAVE LEGAL TREAD BUT SHOW INCREASING SIGNS OF SEPARATION OF THE SIDEWALLS (FIRESTONE P225/70R14 M+S). NLM

Oct 22, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SIDEWALL ON ONE OF THE TIRES HAD SPLIT, INSPECTION OF THE OTHER TIRES REVEALED THE SAME, THE TIRES HAVE LEGAL TREAD BUT SHOW INCREASING SIGNS OF SEPARATION OF THE SIDEWALLS (FIRESTONE P225/70R14 M+S). NLM

Oct 22, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SIDEWALL ON ONE OF THE TIRES HAD SPLIT, INSPECTION OF THE OTHER TIRES REVEALED THE SAME, THE TIRES HAVE LEGAL TREAD BUT SHOW INCREASING SIGNS OF SEPARATION OF THE SIDEWALLS (FIRESTONE P225/70R14 M+S). NLM

Oct 22, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SIDEWALL ON ONE OF THE TIRES HAD SPLIT, INSPECTION OF THE OTHER TIRES REVEALED THE SAME, THE TIRES HAVE LEGAL TREAD BUT SHOW INCREASING SIGNS OF SEPARATION OF THE SIDEWALLS (FIRESTONE P225/70R14 M+S). NLM

Oct 7, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE (POSSIBLY DUE TO TIRE FAILURE) RESULTING THE THE TRAILER DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE AND OVERTURNING ON THE ROAD (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS

Oct 7, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE (POSSIBLY DUE TO TIRE FAILURE) RESULTING THE THE TRAILER DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE AND OVERTURNING ON THE ROAD (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS

Oct 5, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE FR480 TIRES P195 70 R14 EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION AND A SLIPPED BELT. *SLC

Oct 5, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE FR480 TIRES P195 70 R14 EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION AND A SLIPPED BELT. *SLC

Oct 2, 2000 Tires Crash

TIRE LOW, NEXT DAY TIRE SEPARATION, ROLL OVER WITH A CRITICALY INJURED DRIVER. DIABLED FOR LIFE. *AK (TIRESIZE: P225/70R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P225/70R14 )

Oct 2, 2000 Tires Crash

TIRE LOW, NEXT DAY TIRE SEPARATION, ROLL OVER WITH A CRITICALY INJURED DRIVER. DIABLED FOR LIFE. *AK (TIRESIZE: P225/70R14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P225/70R14 )

Sep 30, 2000 Tires Crash

THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT LISTED ON THE FORM WAS APPROXIMATE, AND THE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED THROUGH MY INSURANCE COMPANY (AMERICAN FAMILY). AT THE TIME OF THE WRECK, I BELIEVE I HAD A BLOW OUT AND THE ROAD CONDITIONS. I NO LONGER OWN THE CAR, AS THE INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED IT. THE APPROXIM...

Sep 30, 2000 Tires Crash

THE DATE OF THE ACCIDENT LISTED ON THE FORM WAS APPROXIMATE, AND THE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED THROUGH MY INSURANCE COMPANY (AMERICAN FAMILY). AT THE TIME OF THE WRECK, I BELIEVE I HAD A BLOW OUT AND THE ROAD CONDITIONS. I NO LONGER OWN THE CAR, AS THE INSURANCE COMPANY TOTALED IT. THE APPROXIM...

Sep 27, 2000 Tires

WHILE DRIVING, RIGHT FRONT FIRESTONE TIRE, P22570R14, DOT WSFC1PR495 EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION, FIRESTONE WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT TIRES WERE NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL. *SLC

Sep 27, 2000 Tires

WHILE DRIVING, RIGHT FRONT FIRESTONE TIRE, P22570R14, DOT WSFC1PR495 EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION, FIRESTONE WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT TIRES WERE NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL. *SLC

Sep 22, 2000 Suspension

REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE, CAUSING REAR END TO DROP.*AK

Sep 22, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

Sep 22, 2000 Suspension

REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE, CAUSING REAR END TO DROP.*AK

Sep 22, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

Sep 20, 2000 Wheels

DRIVER FRONT ALLOY WHEEL CRACKED IN HALF, WHICH ALMOST CAUSE A CRASH. *AK THE DRIVER EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY IN CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. THE WHEEL CUT IN HALF LIKE A SLICED BAGEL. *YH

Sep 20, 2000 Wheels

DRIVER FRONT ALLOY WHEEL CRACKED IN HALF, WHICH ALMOST CAUSE A CRASH. *AK THE DRIVER EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY IN CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. THE WHEEL CUT IN HALF LIKE A SLICED BAGEL. *YH

Sep 18, 2000 Tires

TIRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS ALONG TREAD CAP AND CRACKS ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SIDEWALLS. RELACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH ANOTHER BRAND .( DOT NUMBER: W2FC1PR276 TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/14 )

Sep 18, 2000 Tires

TIRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS ALONG TREAD CAP AND CRACKS ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SIDEWALLS. RELACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH ANOTHER BRAND .( DOT NUMBER: W2FC1PR276 TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/14 )

Sep 14, 2000 Tires

I WENT TO PURCHASE NEW TIRES FOR MY RANGER FOR THE UPCOMING WINTER. THE SERVICE REP WENT TO GET MY VEHICLE AND TIRE INFORMATION, AND INFORMED ME THAT THE TREADS ON MY TIRES WERE BEGINNING TO SEPARATE. HE THEN SHOWED ME WHAT HE WAS TALKING ABOUT AND IT WAS THE SAME CONDITION THEY HAD SAID TO WATCH F...

Sep 14, 2000 Tires

DOT # REPORTED ABOVE IS FOR ANOTHER TIRE IN THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SET OF 5, NOT THE FAILED TIRE. WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH ON FREEWAY, TIRE BLEW OUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I WAS ABLE TO STEER SAFELY OFF THE HIGHWAY ON AN EXIT RAMP AND CHANGE THE TIRE. WHEN I TOOK THE TIRE TO A DEALER (BIG O TIRES), T...

Sep 14, 2000 Tires

I WENT TO PURCHASE NEW TIRES FOR MY RANGER FOR THE UPCOMING WINTER. THE SERVICE REP WENT TO GET MY VEHICLE AND TIRE INFORMATION, AND INFORMED ME THAT THE TREADS ON MY TIRES WERE BEGINNING TO SEPARATE. HE THEN SHOWED ME WHAT HE WAS TALKING ABOUT AND IT WAS THE SAME CONDITION THEY HAD SAID TO WATCH F...

Sep 14, 2000 Tires

DOT # REPORTED ABOVE IS FOR ANOTHER TIRE IN THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SET OF 5, NOT THE FAILED TIRE. WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH ON FREEWAY, TIRE BLEW OUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I WAS ABLE TO STEER SAFELY OFF THE HIGHWAY ON AN EXIT RAMP AND CHANGE THE TIRE. WHEN I TOOK THE TIRE TO A DEALER (BIG O TIRES), T...

Sep 8, 2000 Tires

TIRE SEPARATED WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE @ 60 MPH - NO CONTACT NOTED WITH ANY FOREIGN OBJECTS ON THE ROAD. TREAD APPEARS TO HAVE SIMPLY SEPARATED AT THE SHOULDER. THIS IS ONE OF THE TIRES IN THE RECALL BUT NOT AN AFFECTED SIZE OR DOT NUMBER. TIRE WILL BE HELD ON SITE FOR INSPECTION IF NEEDED.( DOT NUM...

Sep 8, 2000 Tires

TIRE SEPARATED WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE @ 60 MPH - NO CONTACT NOTED WITH ANY FOREIGN OBJECTS ON THE ROAD. TREAD APPEARS TO HAVE SIMPLY SEPARATED AT THE SHOULDER. THIS IS ONE OF THE TIRES IN THE RECALL BUT NOT AN AFFECTED SIZE OR DOT NUMBER. TIRE WILL BE HELD ON SITE FOR INSPECTION IF NEEDED.( DOT NUM...

Sep 8, 2000 Tires

TIRE SEPARATED WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE @ 60 MPH - NO CONTACT NOTED WITH ANY FOREIGN OBJECTS ON THE ROAD. TREAD APPEARS TO HAVE SIMPLY SEPARATED AT THE SHOULDER. THIS IS ONE OF THE TIRES IN THE RECALL BUT NOT AN AFFECTED SIZE OR DOT NUMBER. TIRE WILL BE HELD ON SITE FOR INSPECTION IF NEEDED.( DOT NUM...

Sep 8, 2000 Tires

TIRE SEPARATED WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE @ 60 MPH - NO CONTACT NOTED WITH ANY FOREIGN OBJECTS ON THE ROAD. TREAD APPEARS TO HAVE SIMPLY SEPARATED AT THE SHOULDER. THIS IS ONE OF THE TIRES IN THE RECALL BUT NOT AN AFFECTED SIZE OR DOT NUMBER. TIRE WILL BE HELD ON SITE FOR INSPECTION IF NEEDED.( DOT NUM...

Sep 7, 2000 Tires

THIS TIRE DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE RECALL LIST BUT HAS SEPARATED AT THE SIDEWALL/TREAD AREA. IA ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE ADVISED TO CONTACT NHTSA DIRECT ABOUT THIS TIRE TO BE INVESTIGATED.( DOT NUMBER: W2FC1PR TIRE SIZE: P225-70R14 )

Sep 7, 2000 Tires

THIS TIRE DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE RECALL LIST BUT HAS SEPARATED AT THE SIDEWALL/TREAD AREA. IA ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE ADVISED TO CONTACT NHTSA DIRECT ABOUT THIS TIRE TO BE INVESTIGATED.( DOT NUMBER: W2FC1PR TIRE SIZE: P225-70R14 )

Sep 7, 2000 Tires

THIS TIRE DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE RECALL LIST BUT HAS SEPARATED AT THE SIDEWALL/TREAD AREA. IA ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE ADVISED TO CONTACT NHTSA DIRECT ABOUT THIS TIRE TO BE INVESTIGATED.( DOT NUMBER: W2FC1PR TIRE SIZE: P225-70R14 )

Sep 7, 2000 Tires

THIS TIRE DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE RECALL LIST BUT HAS SEPARATED AT THE SIDEWALL/TREAD AREA. IA ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE ADVISED TO CONTACT NHTSA DIRECT ABOUT THIS TIRE TO BE INVESTIGATED.( DOT NUMBER: W2FC1PR TIRE SIZE: P225-70R14 )

Sep 5, 2000 Tires

TIRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS ALONG TREAD CAP AND CRACKS ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SIDEWALLS. RELACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH ANOTHER BRAND .( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/14 )

Sep 5, 2000 Tires

TIRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS ALONG TREAD CAP AND CRACKS ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SIDEWALLS. RELACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH ANOTHER BRAND .( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/14 )

Sep 5, 2000 Tires

TIRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS ALONG TREAD CAP AND CRACKS ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SIDEWALLS. RELACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH ANOTHER BRAND .( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/14 )

Sep 5, 2000 Tires

TIRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS ALONG TREAD CAP AND CRACKS ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SIDEWALLS. RELACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH ANOTHER BRAND .( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/14 )

Sep 4, 2000 Tires

MY DAUGHTER SARAH WAS DRIVING SOMETIME IN AUGUST 1999 WHEN ONE OF HER REAR TIRES EXPERIENCED A SEPARATED TREAD FAILURE. THIS DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, AND WE REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES AT OUR OWN EXPENSE. HOWEVER, WE STILL HAVE A FIRESTONE 14 INCH TIRE AS A SPARE. I CAN'T READ THE DOT NUMBER, ETC. ...

Sep 4, 2000 Tires

MY DAUGHTER SARAH WAS DRIVING SOMETIME IN AUGUST 1999 WHEN ONE OF HER REAR TIRES EXPERIENCED A SEPARATED TREAD FAILURE. THIS DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, AND WE REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES AT OUR OWN EXPENSE. HOWEVER, WE STILL HAVE A FIRESTONE 14 INCH TIRE AS A SPARE. I CAN'T READ THE DOT NUMBER, ETC. ...

Sep 4, 2000 Tires

MY DAUGHTER SARAH WAS DRIVING SOMETIME IN AUGUST 1999 WHEN ONE OF HER REAR TIRES EXPERIENCED A SEPARATED TREAD FAILURE. THIS DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, AND WE REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES AT OUR OWN EXPENSE. HOWEVER, WE STILL HAVE A FIRESTONE 14 INCH TIRE AS A SPARE. I CAN'T READ THE DOT NUMBER, ETC. ...

Sep 4, 2000 Tires

MY DAUGHTER SARAH WAS DRIVING SOMETIME IN AUGUST 1999 WHEN ONE OF HER REAR TIRES EXPERIENCED A SEPARATED TREAD FAILURE. THIS DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, AND WE REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES AT OUR OWN EXPENSE. HOWEVER, WE STILL HAVE A FIRESTONE 14 INCH TIRE AS A SPARE. I CAN'T READ THE DOT NUMBER, ETC. ...

Sep 1, 2000 Power Train

THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE WAS MELTED BECAUSE OF ITS PROXIMITY TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, ACCORDING TO THE REPAIR SHOP. I HAVE THE PART WHICH CLEARLY SHOWS HEAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. I CALLED FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE AND MY DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT. I WAS TOLD IT WAS A "FREAK" OCCURANCE AND NOT TO WORRY ABLUT ...

Sep 1, 2000 Tires

ORIGINAL TIRES CAME APART, RETURNED TO LOCAL FIRESTONE STORE, REFUSED TO REPLACE NOR WARRANTY VALUE, CLAIMED WE HAD "DRIVEN ON THEM" AFTER GOING FLAT--TIRES CAME APART AT 65 MPH ON I-83 NORTH OF BALTIMORE( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225 70R14 )

Sep 1, 2000 Power Train

THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE WAS MELTED BECAUSE OF ITS PROXIMITY TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, ACCORDING TO THE REPAIR SHOP. I HAVE THE PART WHICH CLEARLY SHOWS HEAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. I CALLED FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE AND MY DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT. I WAS TOLD IT WAS A "FREAK" OCCURANCE AND NOT TO WORRY ABLUT ...

Sep 1, 2000 Tires

ORIGINAL TIRES CAME APART, RETURNED TO LOCAL FIRESTONE STORE, REFUSED TO REPLACE NOR WARRANTY VALUE, CLAIMED WE HAD "DRIVEN ON THEM" AFTER GOING FLAT--TIRES CAME APART AT 65 MPH ON I-83 NORTH OF BALTIMORE( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 225 70R14 )

Aug 20, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

FILLER PIPE HAS A CRACK AND LEAKS GAS ONTO GROUND WHEN TANK IS FILLED. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALSO OCCURRED WITH OTHER 1996/1997 FORD RANGERS IN THIS AREA AS A PERSONAL FRIEND HAD SAME PROBLEM LAST WEEK WITH HIS 1997 RANGER.

Aug 20, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

FILLER PIPE HAS A CRACK AND LEAKS GAS ONTO GROUND WHEN TANK IS FILLED. THIS PROBLEM HAS ALSO OCCURRED WITH OTHER 1996/1997 FORD RANGERS IN THIS AREA AS A PERSONAL FRIEND HAD SAME PROBLEM LAST WEEK WITH HIS 1997 RANGER.

Aug 15, 2000 Tires Crash

ACCIDENT OCCURED FOR WHAT WAS THEN, NO APPARENT CAUSE. TRUCK WENT OUT OF CONTROL, ROLLED,SEVERAL TIMES. THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK WAS EJECTED OUT OF THE REAR WINDOW. UNSTABLE CRITICAL CONDITION FOR SEVERAL WEEK. DRIVER IS NOW PARALIZED FROM THE CHEST DOWN FOR LIFE. HE WAS ONLY 20 YEARS OLD WHEN THIS ...

Aug 15, 2000 Tires Crash

ACCIDENT OCCURED FOR WHAT WAS THEN, NO APPARENT CAUSE. TRUCK WENT OUT OF CONTROL, ROLLED,SEVERAL TIMES. THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK WAS EJECTED OUT OF THE REAR WINDOW. UNSTABLE CRITICAL CONDITION FOR SEVERAL WEEK. DRIVER IS NOW PARALIZED FROM THE CHEST DOWN FOR LIFE. HE WAS ONLY 20 YEARS OLD WHEN THIS ...

Aug 14, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE GOING UP A STEEP PASS VEHICLE STARTED TO ACCCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID THAT COMPUTER SHOWED THAT ENGINE REVVED, BUT DIDN'T KNOW WHY. CONSUMER HAD THE SAME PROBLEM NEXT DAY. THEN, DEALER FOUND THAT THROTTLE CABLE WAS STUCK. *AK

Aug 14, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL SWITCH TO SIGNAL LANE CHANGE WHILE OVERTAKING SLOWER MOVING VEHICLE AT NIGHT. HEADLIGHTS CAME BACK ON AFTER TOUCHING TURN SIGNAL SWITCH STALK. SWITCH STALK HAS EXCESSIVE UP-AND-DOWN PLAY; ABLE TO REPRODUCE INCIDENT AT WILL BY SLIGHTLY MOVING SWITCH STALK UP...

Aug 14, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE GOING UP A STEEP PASS VEHICLE STARTED TO ACCCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID THAT COMPUTER SHOWED THAT ENGINE REVVED, BUT DIDN'T KNOW WHY. CONSUMER HAD THE SAME PROBLEM NEXT DAY. THEN, DEALER FOUND THAT THROTTLE CABLE WAS STUCK. *AK

Aug 14, 2000 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL SWITCH TO SIGNAL LANE CHANGE WHILE OVERTAKING SLOWER MOVING VEHICLE AT NIGHT. HEADLIGHTS CAME BACK ON AFTER TOUCHING TURN SIGNAL SWITCH STALK. SWITCH STALK HAS EXCESSIVE UP-AND-DOWN PLAY; ABLE TO REPRODUCE INCIDENT AT WILL BY SLIGHTLY MOVING SWITCH STALK UP...

Aug 11, 2000 Equipment

ENGINE RUNS AT HIGH IDLE FOR SEVERAL MINUTES WHEN AIR CONDITIONING FIRST USED

Aug 11, 2000 Equipment

ENGINE RUNS AT HIGH IDLE FOR SEVERAL MINUTES WHEN AIR CONDITIONING FIRST USED

Aug 10, 2000 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 75MPH IN A 1996 FORD RANGER WHEN THE 1ST TIME ON 02/28/1999 FELT LIKE TIRES WERE OUT OF BALANCE & BUMPY. PULLED OVER & CHECKED TIRES. LEFT REAR HAD COMPLETELY LOST TREAD, BUT STILL INFLATED. THE 2ND TIME ON 07/20/00) RIGHT FRONT FELT THE SAME WAY. COULD ONLY DRIVE ABOUT 45MPH OR ELSE ...

Aug 10, 2000 Tires

WHILE DRIVING 75MPH IN A 1996 FORD RANGER WHEN THE 1ST TIME ON 02/28/1999 FELT LIKE TIRES WERE OUT OF BALANCE & BUMPY. PULLED OVER & CHECKED TIRES. LEFT REAR HAD COMPLETELY LOST TREAD, BUT STILL INFLATED. THE 2ND TIME ON 07/20/00) RIGHT FRONT FELT THE SAME WAY. COULD ONLY DRIVE ABOUT 45MPH OR ELSE ...

Aug 9, 2000 Tires Crash

MY DAUGHTER (AGE 19) WAS DRIVING TO A SKATING LESSON WHEN THE PICKUP TRUCK "VEERED TO LEFT" AND SPUN OUT OF CONTROL. IT CLIMBED A GUARDRAIL, WENT UP OVER THE GUARDRAIL, AND ROLLED DOWN AN EMBANKMENT. PIECES OF THE LEFT FRONT TIRE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE REMAINDER OF THE TIRE WAS SHREDDED. ALL FO...

Aug 9, 2000 Tires Crash

MY DAUGHTER (AGE 19) WAS DRIVING TO A SKATING LESSON WHEN THE PICKUP TRUCK "VEERED TO LEFT" AND SPUN OUT OF CONTROL. IT CLIMBED A GUARDRAIL, WENT UP OVER THE GUARDRAIL, AND ROLLED DOWN AN EMBANKMENT. PIECES OF THE LEFT FRONT TIRE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE REMAINDER OF THE TIRE WAS SHREDDED. ALL FO...

Jul 24, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ABNORMALLY HIGH COLD IDLE MADE WORSE BY ATTEMPTING TO 'KICK IT DOWN' WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL; PEDAL STICKS TO KICKED POSITION CAUSING ENGINE TO RACE EVEN HIGHER. MUST SHUT OFF ENGINE TO AVOID DAMAGE. WITH ENGINE OFF, MUST REPEATEDLY STOMP PEDAL TO ATTEMPT RELEASE. PARTIAL RELEASE STILL LEAVES VERY...

Jul 24, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

ABNORMALLY HIGH COLD IDLE MADE WORSE BY ATTEMPTING TO 'KICK IT DOWN' WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL; PEDAL STICKS TO KICKED POSITION CAUSING ENGINE TO RACE EVEN HIGHER. MUST SHUT OFF ENGINE TO AVOID DAMAGE. WITH ENGINE OFF, MUST REPEATEDLY STOMP PEDAL TO ATTEMPT RELEASE. PARTIAL RELEASE STILL LEAVES VERY...

Jul 24, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ABNORMALLY HIGH COLD IDLE MADE WORSE BY ATTEMPTING TO 'KICK IT DOWN' WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL; PEDAL STICKS TO KICKED POSITION CAUSING ENGINE TO RACE EVEN HIGHER. MUST SHUT OFF ENGINE TO AVOID DAMAGE. WITH ENGINE OFF, MUST REPEATEDLY STOMP PEDAL TO ATTEMPT RELEASE. PARTIAL RELEASE STILL LEAVES VERY...

Jul 24, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

ABNORMALLY HIGH COLD IDLE MADE WORSE BY ATTEMPTING TO 'KICK IT DOWN' WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL; PEDAL STICKS TO KICKED POSITION CAUSING ENGINE TO RACE EVEN HIGHER. MUST SHUT OFF ENGINE TO AVOID DAMAGE. WITH ENGINE OFF, MUST REPEATEDLY STOMP PEDAL TO ATTEMPT RELEASE. PARTIAL RELEASE STILL LEAVES VERY...

Jul 6, 2000 Equipment

LEAK INSIDE AIR COMPRESSOR THAT WILL NOT HOLD ITS CHARGE

Jul 6, 2000 Equipment

LEAK INSIDE AIR COMPRESSOR THAT WILL NOT HOLD ITS CHARGE

Jun 6, 2000 Seats Crash

VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE REAR AT A STOP LIGHT AND SEATBACK AUTOMATICALLY RECLINED, FALLING BACK UPON IMPACT. DEFECT CAUSED CONSUMER TO GO THROUGH BACK OF WINDSHIELD. CONSUMER SUSTANED HEAD INJURIES. *AK

Jun 6, 2000 Seats Crash

VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE REAR AT A STOP LIGHT AND SEATBACK AUTOMATICALLY RECLINED, FALLING BACK UPON IMPACT. DEFECT CAUSED CONSUMER TO GO THROUGH BACK OF WINDSHIELD. CONSUMER SUSTANED HEAD INJURIES. *AK

May 12, 2000 Wheels

WHILE PULLING AWAY FROM A STOP FRONT WHEELS : RIM BASE ON DRIVER'S SIDE SPLIT RIGHT DOWN THE MIDDLE, CAUSING FRONT END OF TRUCK TO FALL TO THE GROUND. TRUCK WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. RIM WILL BE REPLACED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 12, 2000 Wheels

WHILE PULLING AWAY FROM A STOP FRONT WHEELS : RIM BASE ON DRIVER'S SIDE SPLIT RIGHT DOWN THE MIDDLE, CAUSING FRONT END OF TRUCK TO FALL TO THE GROUND. TRUCK WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. RIM WILL BE REPLACED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 24, 2000 Power Train

I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW AFTER 4 YEARS OF OWNING THE VEHICLE WITH ONLY 45,000 MILES ON IT THAT THE CARRIER BEARING WAS SHOT. I WAS ALSO TOLD THAT BY THE MECHANIC, WHO WAS ALSO TOLD THAT BY THE DEALERSHIP WHEN HE CALLED TO REPLACE THE PART. IF IT IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE KN...

Apr 24, 2000 Power Train

I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW AFTER 4 YEARS OF OWNING THE VEHICLE WITH ONLY 45,000 MILES ON IT THAT THE CARRIER BEARING WAS SHOT. I WAS ALSO TOLD THAT BY THE MECHANIC, WHO WAS ALSO TOLD THAT BY THE DEALERSHIP WHEN HE CALLED TO REPLACE THE PART. IF IT IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE KN...

Mar 31, 2000 Exterior Lighting

VEHICLE HAS A BAD HEADLIGHT SWITCH. SWITCH HAS TO BE JIGGLED AROUND TO GET THE LIGHTS TO COME ON. ALSO, WHEN HIGH BEAMS ARE ACTIVATED THE LIGHTS GO OUT COMPLETELY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Mar 31, 2000 Exterior Lighting

VEHICLE HAS A BAD HEADLIGHT SWITCH. SWITCH HAS TO BE JIGGLED AROUND TO GET THE LIGHTS TO COME ON. ALSO, WHEN HIGH BEAMS ARE ACTIVATED THE LIGHTS GO OUT COMPLETELY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Suspension

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Suspension

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Mar 29, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE FR 480 MTS P22570R14NTS TIRES FAILED, ONE PUNCTURED AND REPAIRED HOWEVER 3,000 MILES LATER THE TREAD SEPARATED, REMOVED TIRE 2 FROM TIRE RACK UNDER BED AND NOTICED SPARE TIRE SIDEWALL DAMAGED DUE TO STORAGE. *MJS

Mar 29, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE FR 480 MTS P22570R14NTS TIRES FAILED, ONE PUNCTURED AND REPAIRED HOWEVER 3,000 MILES LATER THE TREAD SEPARATED, REMOVED TIRE 2 FROM TIRE RACK UNDER BED AND NOTICED SPARE TIRE SIDEWALL DAMAGED DUE TO STORAGE. *MJS

Mar 29, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE FR 480 MTS P22570R14NTS TIRES FAILED, ONE PUNCTURED AND REPAIRED HOWEVER 3,000 MILES LATER THE TREAD SEPARATED, REMOVED TIRE 2 FROM TIRE RACK UNDER BED AND NOTICED SPARE TIRE SIDEWALL DAMAGED DUE TO STORAGE. *MJS

Mar 29, 2000 Tires

FIRESTONE FR 480 MTS P22570R14NTS TIRES FAILED, ONE PUNCTURED AND REPAIRED HOWEVER 3,000 MILES LATER THE TREAD SEPARATED, REMOVED TIRE 2 FROM TIRE RACK UNDER BED AND NOTICED SPARE TIRE SIDEWALL DAMAGED DUE TO STORAGE. *MJS

Mar 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN LOST ALL POWER AND VEHICLE STALLED. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Mar 21, 2000 Electrical System

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE @ APPROX 60 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE QUIT RUNNING, ACTTED LIKE A WIRE HAD BURNT INTO BECAUSE THE ENGINE STOPPED AND RAN INTERMITTENT ABOUT 3 TIMES. *AK

Mar 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN LOST ALL POWER AND VEHICLE STALLED. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Mar 21, 2000 Electrical System

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE @ APPROX 60 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE QUIT RUNNING, ACTTED LIKE A WIRE HAD BURNT INTO BECAUSE THE ENGINE STOPPED AND RAN INTERMITTENT ABOUT 3 TIMES. *AK

Mar 16, 2000 Interior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING. IF DRIVING AT NIGHT IT MAY CAUSE A REFLECTION ON THE WINDSHIELD AND VISUAL DIFFICULTY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH. COMMON PROBLEM. DEALER SAYS THAT THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW THAT NEEDS TO BE CORRECTED. *AK.ET.

Mar 16, 2000 Interior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING. IF DRIVING AT NIGHT IT MAY CAUSE A REFLECTION ON THE WINDSHIELD AND VISUAL DIFFICULTY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH. COMMON PROBLEM. DEALER SAYS THAT THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW THAT NEEDS TO BE CORRECTED. *AK.ET.

Mar 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON A NARROW TWO-LANE ROAD, I PROCEEDED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. I ACCELERATED AND KICKED THE TRUCK INTO PASSING GEAR. THE THROTTLE WENT TO THE WIDE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. I USED THE BRAKES TO FIGHT THE OUT OF CONTROL ENGINE AND VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED DOWN THE CURVY FOR ...

Mar 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON A NARROW TWO-LANE ROAD, I PROCEEDED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. I ACCELERATED AND KICKED THE TRUCK INTO PASSING GEAR. THE THROTTLE WENT TO THE WIDE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. I USED THE BRAKES TO FIGHT THE OUT OF CONTROL ENGINE AND VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED DOWN THE CURVY FOR ...

Mar 6, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON A NARROW TWO-LANE ROAD, I PROCEEDED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. I ACCELERATED AND KICKED THE TRUCK INTO PASSING GEAR. THE THROTTLE WENT TO THE WIDE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. I USED THE BRAKES TO FIGHT THE OUT OF CONTROL ENGINE AND VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED DOWN THE CURVY FOR ...

Mar 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON A NARROW TWO-LANE ROAD, I PROCEEDED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. I ACCELERATED AND KICKED THE TRUCK INTO PASSING GEAR. THE THROTTLE WENT TO THE WIDE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. I USED THE BRAKES TO FIGHT THE OUT OF CONTROL ENGINE AND VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED DOWN THE CURVY FOR ...

Mar 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON A NARROW TWO-LANE ROAD, I PROCEEDED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. I ACCELERATED AND KICKED THE TRUCK INTO PASSING GEAR. THE THROTTLE WENT TO THE WIDE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. I USED THE BRAKES TO FIGHT THE OUT OF CONTROL ENGINE AND VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED DOWN THE CURVY FOR ...

Mar 6, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON A NARROW TWO-LANE ROAD, I PROCEEDED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. I ACCELERATED AND KICKED THE TRUCK INTO PASSING GEAR. THE THROTTLE WENT TO THE WIDE OPEN POSITION AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. I USED THE BRAKES TO FIGHT THE OUT OF CONTROL ENGINE AND VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED DOWN THE CURVY FOR ...

Feb 17, 2000 Power Train

SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO OPERATE. DEALER IN YUBA CITY, CA AS WELL AS SPEEDOMETER SPECIALTY SHOP (SPEEDOMETER ELECTRIC IN YUBA CITY, (530) 742-2611) CONFIRMED THAT THEY HAVE SEEN THE SAME FAILURE (WILD FLUCTUATION LEADING TO TOTAL FAILURE) IN NUMEROUS WINDSTARS AND OTHER FORD MODELS. THE DEALER SAID I...

Feb 17, 2000 Power Train

SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO OPERATE. DEALER IN YUBA CITY, CA AS WELL AS SPEEDOMETER SPECIALTY SHOP (SPEEDOMETER ELECTRIC IN YUBA CITY, (530) 742-2611) CONFIRMED THAT THEY HAVE SEEN THE SAME FAILURE (WILD FLUCTUATION LEADING TO TOTAL FAILURE) IN NUMEROUS WINDSTARS AND OTHER FORD MODELS. THE DEALER SAID I...

Feb 12, 2000 Steering

BOLTS HOLDING STEERING GEARBOX IN PLACE EITHER BROKE OR FELL OUT, CAUSING NEARLY COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING. ALMOST HIT GUARDRAIL ON EXPRESSWAY ENTRANCE RAMP. *AK

Feb 12, 2000 Steering

BOLTS HOLDING STEERING GEARBOX IN PLACE EITHER BROKE OR FELL OUT, CAUSING NEARLY COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING. ALMOST HIT GUARDRAIL ON EXPRESSWAY ENTRANCE RAMP. *AK

Feb 6, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

I WAS WONERING ABOUT MY VEHICLE CATCHING FIRE IN AN ACCIDENT I HAD GOTTIN INTO. *AK

Feb 6, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

I WAS WONERING ABOUT MY VEHICLE CATCHING FIRE IN AN ACCIDENT I HAD GOTTIN INTO. *AK

Feb 5, 2000 Interior Lighting

THE DOME LIGHTS AND DOOR AJAR BUZZER COME OFF AND ON. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES. IF THE SUN IS SHINNING IN THE WINDOW IT MY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS I CAN'T SEE. I ALSO HAD TO PULL THE FUSE ON THE DOME LIGHT AS IT WAS ON SO MUCH IT WAS RES HOT AND RUNNING MY BATTERY DOWN.

Feb 5, 2000 Visibility

THE DOME LIGHTS AND DOOR AJAR BUZZER COME OFF AND ON. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES. IF THE SUN IS SHINNING IN THE WINDOW IT MY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS I CAN'T SEE. I ALSO HAD TO PULL THE FUSE ON THE DOME LIGHT AS IT WAS ON SO MUCH IT WAS RES HOT AND RUNNING MY BATTERY DOWN.

Feb 5, 2000 Interior Lighting

THE DOME LIGHTS AND DOOR AJAR BUZZER COME OFF AND ON. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES. IF THE SUN IS SHINNING IN THE WINDOW IT MY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS I CAN'T SEE. I ALSO HAD TO PULL THE FUSE ON THE DOME LIGHT AS IT WAS ON SO MUCH IT WAS RES HOT AND RUNNING MY BATTERY DOWN.

Feb 5, 2000 Visibility

THE DOME LIGHTS AND DOOR AJAR BUZZER COME OFF AND ON. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON BY THEMSELVES. IF THE SUN IS SHINNING IN THE WINDOW IT MY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS I CAN'T SEE. I ALSO HAD TO PULL THE FUSE ON THE DOME LIGHT AS IT WAS ON SO MUCH IT WAS RES HOT AND RUNNING MY BATTERY DOWN.

Jan 31, 2000 Power Train

WHEN TRAVELING THE PIVOT BRACKET WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE FIREWALL HAS BROKEN, CAUSING UNWANTED ACCELERATION, RESULTING IN A NEAR CRASH. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER HAS MADE REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE DOME LIGHT TO COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY, ETC. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Interior Lighting

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE DOME LIGHT TO COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY, ETC. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Power Train

WHEN TRAVELING THE PIVOT BRACKET WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE FIREWALL HAS BROKEN, CAUSING UNWANTED ACCELERATION, RESULTING IN A NEAR CRASH. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER HAS MADE REPAIRS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE DOME LIGHT TO COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY, ETC. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 31, 2000 Interior Lighting

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE DOME LIGHT TO COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY, ETC. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 26, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jan 26, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jan 24, 2000 Interior Lighting

DOME STAYS ON CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE CONNECTED WITH A FAILED DOOR AJAR SENSOR. I KNOW OF AT LEAST TWO OTHER OWNERS OF THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE WHO ARE EXPRERINCEING THE SAME PROBLEM AND IT SEEMS THERE PROBLEMS STARTED OCCURING WITH THE SAME MILEAGE AND AGE AS MINE. SINCE I HAVE ...

Jan 24, 2000 Interior Lighting

DOME STAYS ON CREATING A FIRE HAZARD. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE CONNECTED WITH A FAILED DOOR AJAR SENSOR. I KNOW OF AT LEAST TWO OTHER OWNERS OF THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE WHO ARE EXPRERINCEING THE SAME PROBLEM AND IT SEEMS THERE PROBLEMS STARTED OCCURING WITH THE SAME MILEAGE AND AGE AS MINE. SINCE I HAVE ...

Jan 18, 2000 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH STEERING FAILED AS THE TRUCK ENTERED A CURVE. AFTER FORCEFULLY TRYING TO STEER TO THE RIGHT, THE STEERING BECAME FREE. HOWEVER, THIS WAS ACCOMPLISHED TOO LATE TO AVOID A COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE TRUCK FROM THE COLLISION. *AK

Jan 18, 2000 Steering Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH STEERING FAILED AS THE TRUCK ENTERED A CURVE. AFTER FORCEFULLY TRYING TO STEER TO THE RIGHT, THE STEERING BECAME FREE. HOWEVER, THIS WAS ACCOMPLISHED TOO LATE TO AVOID A COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE TRUCK FROM THE COLLISION. *AK

Jan 12, 2000 Electrical System

UNDER DASH ELECTRICAL WIRING MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING HEADLIGHTS/ TAIL LIGHTS, AND DOME LIGHTS, ETC, TO FAIL. THIS MAY RESULT IN VISUAL DIFFICULTY, AND CAUSE A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 12, 2000 Electrical System

UNDER DASH ELECTRICAL WIRING MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING HEADLIGHTS/ TAIL LIGHTS, AND DOME LIGHTS, ETC, TO FAIL. THIS MAY RESULT IN VISUAL DIFFICULTY, AND CAUSE A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 10, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PASSENGER'S FRONT WHEEL LOCKS UP WHICH CAUSES BRAKE LOCK UP, AND MAY RESULT IN A CRASH. BEEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. FIRST TIME IT WAS THE REAR BRAKES. CURRENTLY, DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 10, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PASSENGER'S FRONT WHEEL LOCKS UP WHICH CAUSES BRAKE LOCK UP, AND MAY RESULT IN A CRASH. BEEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. FIRST TIME IT WAS THE REAR BRAKES. CURRENTLY, DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 3, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN TRAVELING CONSUMER NOTICED DIMMER LIGHTS COME ON. ALSO WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND THE DOOR WARNING LIGHT WOULD COME ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER STATED THE COMPUTER CHIP HAS GONE BAD. *AK *ML

Jan 3, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN TRAVELING CONSUMER NOTICED DIMMER LIGHTS COME ON. ALSO WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND THE DOOR WARNING LIGHT WOULD COME ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER STATED THE COMPUTER CHIP HAS GONE BAD. *AK *ML

Dec 30, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE CONTINUES TO LOSE SPEED WHEN GOING UP HILL. WITH THE ACCELERATOR TO THE FLOOR, THE SPEED DECREASES AND THE ENGINE AND OVER DRIVE LIGHTS BLINK.

Dec 30, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE CONTINUES TO LOSE SPEED WHEN GOING UP HILL. WITH THE ACCELERATOR TO THE FLOOR, THE SPEED DECREASES AND THE ENGINE AND OVER DRIVE LIGHTS BLINK.

Dec 29, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHER OPERATE UNPREDICTABLY WHILE THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION. THIS IS VERY DANGEOUS SINCE THE WINDSHIELD GETS SMEARED WHEN DIRTY, CAUSING LOSS OF VISIBILITY. DEALER SAYS PROBLEM IS IN SWITCH. OBVIOUSLY THIS IS A PROBLEM ACCOSS THE FORD LINE UP, SINCE MY SON HAD THE SA...

Dec 29, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHER OPERATE UNPREDICTABLY WHILE THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION. THIS IS VERY DANGEOUS SINCE THE WINDSHIELD GETS SMEARED WHEN DIRTY, CAUSING LOSS OF VISIBILITY. DEALER SAYS PROBLEM IS IN SWITCH. OBVIOUSLY THIS IS A PROBLEM ACCOSS THE FORD LINE UP, SINCE MY SON HAD THE SA...

Dec 21, 1999 Visibility

EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING DURING OPERATION OR ARE NOT OPERATING AT ALL. ALSO, DOME LIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITH SWITCH IN THE OFF MODE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Interior Lighting

EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING DURING OPERATION OR ARE NOT OPERATING AT ALL. ALSO, DOME LIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITH SWITCH IN THE OFF MODE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Visibility

EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING DURING OPERATION OR ARE NOT OPERATING AT ALL. ALSO, DOME LIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITH SWITCH IN THE OFF MODE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Dec 21, 1999 Interior Lighting

EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING DURING OPERATION OR ARE NOT OPERATING AT ALL. ALSO, DOME LIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITH SWITCH IN THE OFF MODE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Dec 10, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AT HIGH SPEED WITHOUT EVER BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. SOMETIMES WIPERS FAIL TO COME ON WHEN SWITCH IS TURNED ON. DOME LIGHT COMES ON WITHOUT BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. *AK

Dec 10, 1999 Interior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AT HIGH SPEED WITHOUT EVER BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. SOMETIMES WIPERS FAIL TO COME ON WHEN SWITCH IS TURNED ON. DOME LIGHT COMES ON WITHOUT BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. *AK

Dec 10, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AT HIGH SPEED WITHOUT EVER BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. SOMETIMES WIPERS FAIL TO COME ON WHEN SWITCH IS TURNED ON. DOME LIGHT COMES ON WITHOUT BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. *AK

Dec 10, 1999 Interior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AT HIGH SPEED WITHOUT EVER BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. SOMETIMES WIPERS FAIL TO COME ON WHEN SWITCH IS TURNED ON. DOME LIGHT COMES ON WITHOUT BEING TURNED ON BY THE SWITCH. *AK

Nov 26, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE WOULD NOT ENGAGE 4WD IN SNOWY CONDITIONS

Nov 26, 1999 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE WOULD NOT ENGAGE 4WD IN SNOWY CONDITIONS

Nov 23, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH SUDDEN / UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION; WHENEVER GAS PEDAL IS APPLIED IN A SPEEDY WAY, IT CAUSES THE ENGINE TO OPEN UP AND TAKE OFF. THIS OCCURRED ON FOUR OCCASIONS, AND EACH TIME DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NOTHING COULD BE FOUNED. *AK

Nov 23, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ONGOING / INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH SUDDEN / UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION; WHENEVER GAS PEDAL IS APPLIED IN A SPEEDY WAY, IT CAUSES THE ENGINE TO OPEN UP AND TAKE OFF. THIS OCCURRED ON FOUR OCCASIONS, AND EACH TIME DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NOTHING COULD BE FOUNED. *AK

Nov 17, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF. AFTER PUTTING THE HEADLIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE MANUFACTURER. CONSUMER HAS NOT EXPERIENCED ANY PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME. *AK

Nov 17, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45MPH & WAS ENTERING INTERSECTION WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN THE RED LIGHT. RANGER "T" BONED THE VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT WITH OTHER VEHICLE, NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER & WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC VEHICLE DID NOT HIT THE RIGHT AREA. MECHANIC WOULD CHEC...

Nov 17, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHILE DRIVING HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF. AFTER PUTTING THE HEADLIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM, THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE MANUFACTURER. CONSUMER HAS NOT EXPERIENCED ANY PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME. *AK

Nov 17, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45MPH & WAS ENTERING INTERSECTION WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN THE RED LIGHT. RANGER "T" BONED THE VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT WITH OTHER VEHICLE, NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER & WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC VEHICLE DID NOT HIT THE RIGHT AREA. MECHANIC WOULD CHEC...

Oct 22, 1999 Visibility

HEATER TAKES 20 MINS. TO WARM UP/SOMETIMES VOLTAGE DROPS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD

Oct 22, 1999 Visibility

HEATER TAKES 20 MINS. TO WARM UP/SOMETIMES VOLTAGE DROPS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD

Oct 18, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FUTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 18, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FUTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 11, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY

Oct 11, 1999 Visibility

NO SUMMARY

Oct 11, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO SUMMARY

Oct 11, 1999 Visibility

NO SUMMARY

Oct 2, 1999 Visibility

WASHER AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS GO ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES OR DO NOT WORK AT ALL. OTHERS WITH THE SAME TRUCK ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM BUT FORD WILL NOT FIX.

Oct 2, 1999 Visibility

WASHER AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS GO ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES OR DO NOT WORK AT ALL. OTHERS WITH THE SAME TRUCK ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM BUT FORD WILL NOT FIX.

Oct 2, 1999 Visibility

WASHER AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS GO ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES OR DO NOT WORK AT ALL. OTHERS WITH THE SAME TRUCK ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM BUT FORD WILL NOT FIX.

Oct 2, 1999 Visibility

WASHER AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS GO ON AND OFF BY THEMSELVES OR DO NOT WORK AT ALL. OTHERS WITH THE SAME TRUCK ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM BUT FORD WILL NOT FIX.

Sep 30, 1999 Visibility

INTERMITTENTLY WINDSHIELD WIPERS OPEREATE ERRATICALLY. THEY ACTIVATE AUTOMATICALLY, AND WHEN THEY ARE ACTIVATED IT'S HARD TO SHUT THEM DOWN. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 30, 1999 Visibility

INTERMITTENTLY WINDSHIELD WIPERS OPEREATE ERRATICALLY. THEY ACTIVATE AUTOMATICALLY, AND WHEN THEY ARE ACTIVATED IT'S HARD TO SHUT THEM DOWN. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 29, 1999 Visibility

DUE TO DEFECTIVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULATOR THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY, CAUSING VISIBILITY PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 29, 1999 Steering

DUE TO DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR BOX, STEERING BECAME INOPERATIVE, ALMOST CAUSING A COLLISION. *AK

Sep 29, 1999 Electrical System

STEERING COLUMN WIRING SHORTED OUT RESULTING IN BURNING. MJS

Sep 29, 1999 Electrical System

STEERING COLUMN WIRING SHORTED OUT RESULTING IN BURNING. MJS

Sep 29, 1999 Visibility

DUE TO DEFECTIVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULATOR THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON UNEXPECTEDLY, CAUSING VISIBILITY PROBLEMS. *AK

Sep 29, 1999 Steering

DUE TO DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR BOX, STEERING BECAME INOPERATIVE, ALMOST CAUSING A COLLISION. *AK

Sep 29, 1999 Electrical System

STEERING COLUMN WIRING SHORTED OUT RESULTING IN BURNING. MJS

Sep 29, 1999 Electrical System

STEERING COLUMN WIRING SHORTED OUT RESULTING IN BURNING. MJS

Sep 28, 1999 Visibility

WIPERS TURN ON WITHOUT MANUALLY BEING SWITCHED ON, RUN CONTINUOUSLY, VERY RAPIDLY, AND THEN TURN OFF AFTER A FEW MOMENTS.

Sep 28, 1999 Visibility

WIPERS TURN ON WITHOUT MANUALLY BEING SWITCHED ON, RUN CONTINUOUSLY, VERY RAPIDLY, AND THEN TURN OFF AFTER A FEW MOMENTS.

Sep 28, 1999 Visibility

WIPERS TURN ON WITHOUT MANUALLY BEING SWITCHED ON, RUN CONTINUOUSLY, VERY RAPIDLY, AND THEN TURN OFF AFTER A FEW MOMENTS.

Sep 28, 1999 Visibility

WIPERS TURN ON WITHOUT MANUALLY BEING SWITCHED ON, RUN CONTINUOUSLY, VERY RAPIDLY, AND THEN TURN OFF AFTER A FEW MOMENTS.

Sep 21, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. THE 1998 MODEL WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADDED HEAT SHIELD TO PREVENT BURNING. BRAKE PADS, SHOES AND CALIPERS REPLACED ON (7-22-99). *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. THE 1998 MODEL WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADDED HEAT SHIELD TO PREVENT BURNING. BRAKE PADS, SHOES AND CALIPERS REPLACED ON (7-22-99). *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. THE 1998 MODEL WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADDED HEAT SHIELD TO PREVENT BURNING. BRAKE PADS, SHOES AND CALIPERS REPLACED ON (7-22-99). *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATOR STICKS DUE TO FAILURE. *YC

Sep 21, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH FAILED RESULTING IN POOR VISIBILITY. *YC

Sep 21, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. THE 1998 MODEL WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADDED HEAT SHIELD TO PREVENT BURNING. BRAKE PADS, SHOES AND CALIPERS REPLACED ON (7-22-99). *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. THE 1998 MODEL WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADDED HEAT SHIELD TO PREVENT BURNING. BRAKE PADS, SHOES AND CALIPERS REPLACED ON (7-22-99). *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. THE 1998 MODEL WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADDED HEAT SHIELD TO PREVENT BURNING. BRAKE PADS, SHOES AND CALIPERS REPLACED ON (7-22-99). *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTER CABLE HAS FALLEN ON TOP OF CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE EXHAUST PIPE ,BURNING THROUGH CABLE. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ACCELERATOR STICKS DUE TO FAILURE. *YC

Sep 21, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH FAILED RESULTING IN POOR VISIBILITY. *YC

Sep 17, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP OR AT ANY TIME, WINDSHIELD WIPERS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON. *AK

Sep 17, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP OR AT ANY TIME, WINDSHIELD WIPERS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON. *AK

Sep 14, 1999 Air Bags Crash

THE DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN A REAR END CRASH THAT PUSHED MY VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. WHEN THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED SOMETHING WAS APARENTLY WAS EJECTED FROM THE BAG ASSEMBLY THAT STRUCK THE INTERIOR ROOF OF TRUCK DOING NOTICABLE DAMAGE TO THE HEADLINE AND ROOF. THE SERVICING DEALER, BERGE FOR...

Sep 14, 1999 Air Bags Crash

THE DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN A REAR END CRASH THAT PUSHED MY VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. WHEN THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED SOMETHING WAS APARENTLY WAS EJECTED FROM THE BAG ASSEMBLY THAT STRUCK THE INTERIOR ROOF OF TRUCK DOING NOTICABLE DAMAGE TO THE HEADLINE AND ROOF. THE SERVICING DEALER, BERGE FOR...

Sep 13, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON WITHOUT APPLICATION WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 13, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON WITHOUT APPLICATION WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 9, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS APPLIED VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. CONSUMER APPLIED THE ACCELERATOR HARD AND THE ACCELERATOR CABLE STUCK,CAUSING VEHICLE TO RACE UP TO 55 MPH. CONSUMER HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF IN ORDER TO STOP . THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 9, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS APPLIED VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. CONSUMER APPLIED THE ACCELERATOR HARD AND THE ACCELERATOR CABLE STUCK,CAUSING VEHICLE TO RACE UP TO 55 MPH. CONSUMER HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF IN ORDER TO STOP . THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE DOES NOT IDLE AS IT SHOULD UPON STARTING UP DUE TO A BAD IDLE AIR VAVLE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD OPERATE WHILE SWITCH IS IN A OFF POSITION. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NO CORRECTION CAN BE MADE AT THIS TIME. CAN NHTSA HELP IN MATTER. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER TURNS ON INTERMITTENLY WHILE DRIVING.

Sep 8, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE DOES NOT IDLE AS IT SHOULD UPON STARTING UP DUE TO A BAD IDLE AIR VAVLE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD OPERATE WHILE SWITCH IS IN A OFF POSITION. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NO CORRECTION CAN BE MADE AT THIS TIME. CAN NHTSA HELP IN MATTER. *AK

Sep 8, 1999 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER TURNS ON INTERMITTENLY WHILE DRIVING.

Sep 7, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WINDSHIELD WIPERS INADVERTENTLY COME ON, AND SOMETIMES DON'T COME ON AT ALL. *AK

Sep 7, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WINDSHIELD WIPERS INADVERTENTLY COME ON, AND SOMETIMES DON'T COME ON AT ALL. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT COMES ON, AND THE ABS BRAKES ARE LOCKING UP WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES AT ANY SPEED. *AK

Sep 2, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT COMES ON, AND THE ABS BRAKES ARE LOCKING UP WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES AT ANY SPEED. *AK

Aug 25, 1999 Visibility

WHILE TURNING THE WINDSHEILD WIPERS OFF WIPERS CONTINUE TO TRAVEL, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO TURN THE WIPERS ON/OFF TO STOP THE TRAVELING . PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 25, 1999 Visibility

WHILE TURNING THE WINDSHEILD WIPERS OFF WIPERS CONTINUE TO TRAVEL, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO TURN THE WIPERS ON/OFF TO STOP THE TRAVELING . PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 18, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES GRAB IN DAMP AND HUMID WEATHER.

Aug 18, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES GRAB IN DAMP AND HUMID WEATHER.

Aug 10, 1999 Suspension

FAULTY COILS SPRINGS PREVENTED THE FRONT END FROM BEING PROPERLY ALIGNED AND CAUSED THE INSIDE TIRE TREAD TO BECOME WORN. NLM

Aug 10, 1999 Suspension

FAULTY COILS SPRINGS PREVENTED THE FRONT END FROM BEING PROPERLY ALIGNED AND CAUSED THE INSIDE TIRE TREAD TO BECOME WORN. NLM

Aug 4, 1999 Equipment

WAS TOLD BY REPAIR CENTER EVAPORATOR IS COMMON ON FORD RANGER. COST OVER $600 TO REPAIR/REPLACE. BUILT FORD TUFF?

Aug 4, 1999 Equipment

WAS TOLD BY REPAIR CENTER EVAPORATOR IS COMMON ON FORD RANGER. COST OVER $600 TO REPAIR/REPLACE. BUILT FORD TUFF?

Jul 23, 1999 Service Brakes, Air

IN MAY OF 1996 I PURCHASED A NEW 1996 FORD RANGER 4 WHEEL DRIVE XLT MODEL. IN THE SPRING OF 1997 (APPROX. MAY) I CHANGED THE MUD FLAPS AND DISCCOVERED THAT I HAD 2 EACH CRACKED ROTORS. I TOOK THE TRUCK BACK TO PORT CITY FORD--ROUTE 104 EAST, OSWEGO N.Y. 13126--WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. IN 1998 TH...

Jul 23, 1999 Service Brakes, Air

IN MAY OF 1996 I PURCHASED A NEW 1996 FORD RANGER 4 WHEEL DRIVE XLT MODEL. IN THE SPRING OF 1997 (APPROX. MAY) I CHANGED THE MUD FLAPS AND DISCCOVERED THAT I HAD 2 EACH CRACKED ROTORS. I TOOK THE TRUCK BACK TO PORT CITY FORD--ROUTE 104 EAST, OSWEGO N.Y. 13126--WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. IN 1998 TH...

Jul 23, 1999 Service Brakes, Air

IN MAY OF 1996 I PURCHASED A NEW 1996 FORD RANGER 4 WHEEL DRIVE XLT MODEL. IN THE SPRING OF 1997 (APPROX. MAY) I CHANGED THE MUD FLAPS AND DISCCOVERED THAT I HAD 2 EACH CRACKED ROTORS. I TOOK THE TRUCK BACK TO PORT CITY FORD--ROUTE 104 EAST, OSWEGO N.Y. 13126--WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. IN 1998 TH...

Jul 23, 1999 Service Brakes, Air

IN MAY OF 1996 I PURCHASED A NEW 1996 FORD RANGER 4 WHEEL DRIVE XLT MODEL. IN THE SPRING OF 1997 (APPROX. MAY) I CHANGED THE MUD FLAPS AND DISCCOVERED THAT I HAD 2 EACH CRACKED ROTORS. I TOOK THE TRUCK BACK TO PORT CITY FORD--ROUTE 104 EAST, OSWEGO N.Y. 13126--WHERE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. IN 1998 TH...

Jul 21, 1999 Equipment

AFTER RESEARCHING YOUR SERVICE BULLETIN DATABASE I FOUND 2 LIKE PROBLEMS RELATING TO MINE. COMPRESSOR FAILURE. # 96-20-6 AND # 96-22-6 THIS VEHICLE IS ONLY ON ITS SECOND SUMMER OF USE. AN AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR SHOULD NOT SELF DESTRUCT CAUSING EXPENSIVE REPAIR TO THE ENTIRE SYSTEM. THIS IS ...

Jul 21, 1999 Equipment

AFTER RESEARCHING YOUR SERVICE BULLETIN DATABASE I FOUND 2 LIKE PROBLEMS RELATING TO MINE. COMPRESSOR FAILURE. # 96-20-6 AND # 96-22-6 THIS VEHICLE IS ONLY ON ITS SECOND SUMMER OF USE. AN AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR SHOULD NOT SELF DESTRUCT CAUSING EXPENSIVE REPAIR TO THE ENTIRE SYSTEM. THIS IS ...

Jul 14, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW JUST EXPLODED OUTWARD, AND HIT VEHICLE IN THE NEXT LANE. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Jul 14, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ABOUT 45 MPH VEHICLE ANOTHER STRUCK VEHICLE HEAD-ON FIRST, BUT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 14, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW JUST EXPLODED OUTWARD, AND HIT VEHICLE IN THE NEXT LANE. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Jul 14, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ABOUT 45 MPH VEHICLE ANOTHER STRUCK VEHICLE HEAD-ON FIRST, BUT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 29, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APRROXIMATELY 15 MPH VEHICLE WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE WHICH WAS GOING 50MPH . UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURIES. *AK.

Jun 29, 1999 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT APRROXIMATELY 15 MPH VEHICLE WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE WHICH WAS GOING 50MPH . UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURIES. *AK.

Jun 3, 1999 Suspension

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GRINDING / DRAGGING NOISE, DUE TO FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE. HOWEVER THE FRONT SHOCKS WERE REPLACED, DUE TO LEAKING. ALSO THE SWAY BAR EXPERIENCED FAILURE, WHICH WAS REPLACED. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Suspension

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GRINDING / DRAGGING NOISE, DUE TO FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE. HOWEVER THE FRONT SHOCKS WERE REPLACED, DUE TO LEAKING. ALSO THE SWAY BAR EXPERIENCED FAILURE, WHICH WAS REPLACED. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Suspension

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GRINDING / DRAGGING NOISE, DUE TO FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE. HOWEVER THE FRONT SHOCKS WERE REPLACED, DUE TO LEAKING. ALSO THE SWAY BAR EXPERIENCED FAILURE, WHICH WAS REPLACED. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Interior Lighting

DOME LIGHTS FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Equipment

THE CERTIFICATE LABEL ON THE VEHICLE HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATION WHICH CAUSED PREMATURE WEAR TO REAR TIRES (FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT P265/75R15), PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE (96V161000). *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CALIPERS STICK WHICH CAUSED THE BRAKE PADS TO WEAR OUT & ROTOR FAILURE. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Suspension

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GRINDING / DRAGGING NOISE, DUE TO FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE. HOWEVER THE FRONT SHOCKS WERE REPLACED, DUE TO LEAKING. ALSO THE SWAY BAR EXPERIENCED FAILURE, WHICH WAS REPLACED. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Suspension

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GRINDING / DRAGGING NOISE, DUE TO FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE. HOWEVER THE FRONT SHOCKS WERE REPLACED, DUE TO LEAKING. ALSO THE SWAY BAR EXPERIENCED FAILURE, WHICH WAS REPLACED. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Suspension

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A GRINDING / DRAGGING NOISE, DUE TO FRONT SUSPENSION FAILURE. HOWEVER THE FRONT SHOCKS WERE REPLACED, DUE TO LEAKING. ALSO THE SWAY BAR EXPERIENCED FAILURE, WHICH WAS REPLACED. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Interior Lighting

DOME LIGHTS FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Equipment

THE CERTIFICATE LABEL ON THE VEHICLE HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATION WHICH CAUSED PREMATURE WEAR TO REAR TIRES (FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT P265/75R15), PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE (96V161000). *YC

Jun 3, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CALIPERS STICK WHICH CAUSED THE BRAKE PADS TO WEAR OUT & ROTOR FAILURE. *YC

Apr 28, 1999 Electrical System Fire

NO SUMMARY

Apr 28, 1999 Electrical System Fire

NO SUMMARY

Apr 26, 1999 Parking Brake

DESIGN OF THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE CHAFES AGAINST A SUSPENSION PART ON DRIVER'S SIDE AND SHOCK ABSORBER ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE CAUSING DAMAGE, DISCOVERED BEFORE COMPLETE FAILURE. MJS

Apr 26, 1999 Parking Brake

DESIGN OF THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE CHAFES AGAINST A SUSPENSION PART ON DRIVER'S SIDE AND SHOCK ABSORBER ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE CAUSING DAMAGE, DISCOVERED BEFORE COMPLETE FAILURE. MJS

Apr 8, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION LOOSE AND HAS PLAY IN IT. *AK

Apr 8, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION LOOSE AND HAS PLAY IN IT. *AK

Apr 2, 1999 Structure

DOOR PROBLEM; IT IS HARD TO GET INTO VEHICLE ALSO, BELT WARNING SYSTEM B UZZER KEEPS RINGING/ LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN IT'S WARM OUTSIDE. WHEN THE BELL RINGS ALOT, IT KILLS THE BATTERY. *AK

Apr 2, 1999 Seat Belts

DOOR PROBLEM; IT IS HARD TO GET INTO VEHICLE ALSO, BELT WARNING SYSTEM B UZZER KEEPS RINGING/ LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN IT'S WARM OUTSIDE. WHEN THE BELL RINGS ALOT, IT KILLS THE BATTERY. *AK

Apr 2, 1999 Structure

DOOR PROBLEM; IT IS HARD TO GET INTO VEHICLE ALSO, BELT WARNING SYSTEM B UZZER KEEPS RINGING/ LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN IT'S WARM OUTSIDE. WHEN THE BELL RINGS ALOT, IT KILLS THE BATTERY. *AK

Apr 2, 1999 Seat Belts

DOOR PROBLEM; IT IS HARD TO GET INTO VEHICLE ALSO, BELT WARNING SYSTEM B UZZER KEEPS RINGING/ LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN IT'S WARM OUTSIDE. WHEN THE BELL RINGS ALOT, IT KILLS THE BATTERY. *AK

Apr 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEED, RELEASED THE GAS PEDAL TO SLOW DOWN, HOWEVER THE ACCELERATOR STUCK AND CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE TO 80 MPH WHICH RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT AND NEAR FATALITY. *AK

Apr 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEED, RELEASED THE GAS PEDAL TO SLOW DOWN, HOWEVER THE ACCELERATOR STUCK AND CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE TO 80 MPH WHICH RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT AND NEAR FATALITY. *AK

Mar 27, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Visibility Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Power Train Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Visibility Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 27, 1999 Power Train Crash

AT LEAST 12 SETS OF BRAKES PUT ON VEHICLE"4 IN UDER 9000 MILES, RESULTING IN 2 ACCIDENTS" 3 TIMES AT TURNING ROTORS/ENGINE REBUILT AT 52000 MILES STILL WITH LOSS OF PORWER. 2 EGR VALVES/2 WIPER SWITCHES/SYNCRONIZERS/2 SLAVE CYLINDERS ON TRANSMISSION AND OIL LEAK. ALL PROBLEMS STILL EXIST. ENGINE ID...

Mar 26, 1999 Electrical System Crash Fire

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IN WHICH THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE INSIDE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 26, 1999 Electrical System Crash Fire

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IN WHICH THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE INSIDE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Feb 25, 1999 Electrical System Fire

HAD NOTICED SMOKE FILLING GAUGES & THEN TURNED BLACK. HAD STOPPED VEHICLE & SMELLED SMOKE. CHECKED VEHICLE & DASHBOARD TWICE BEFORE IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE OCCURRED FROM UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL/DASHBOARD AREA. *AK

Feb 25, 1999 Electrical System Fire

HAD NOTICED SMOKE FILLING GAUGES & THEN TURNED BLACK. HAD STOPPED VEHICLE & SMELLED SMOKE. CHECKED VEHICLE & DASHBOARD TWICE BEFORE IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE OCCURRED FROM UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL/DASHBOARD AREA. *AK

Feb 23, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE TRUCK COULD HAVE CAUGHT FIRE AND COST A LIFE,THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO AND A RECALL DONE IF IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND YR OF TRUCK

Feb 23, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE TRUCK COULD HAVE CAUGHT FIRE AND COST A LIFE,THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO AND A RECALL DONE IF IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND YR OF TRUCK

Feb 8, 1999 Electrical System Fire

PART REPLACED WITH USED PARTS. TOTAL COST $379.18, TOOK 10 DAYS TO GET REPAIRED AT BAY FORD, PORT ORCHARD, WA, 98366. THIS FAILURE CAUSED A SMALL FIRE WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN AND FILLED THE CAB WITH SMOKE. THIS INCIDENT ENDANGERED THE LIFE OF MY 17 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER. NEITHER BAY FORD (REPAIR F...

Feb 8, 1999 Electrical System Fire

PART REPLACED WITH USED PARTS. TOTAL COST $379.18, TOOK 10 DAYS TO GET REPAIRED AT BAY FORD, PORT ORCHARD, WA, 98366. THIS FAILURE CAUSED A SMALL FIRE WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN AND FILLED THE CAB WITH SMOKE. THIS INCIDENT ENDANGERED THE LIFE OF MY 17 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER. NEITHER BAY FORD (REPAIR F...

Feb 5, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES THEY FREEZE/LOCK UP, AND THE VEHICLE VEERS TO THE RIGHT, ALSO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE OCCURS CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Feb 5, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES THEY FREEZE/LOCK UP, AND THE VEHICLE VEERS TO THE RIGHT, ALSO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE OCCURS CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Feb 2, 1999 Exterior Lighting

DRIVING DOWN ROAD ALL HEADLIGHTS GO OUT. *AK

Feb 2, 1999 Exterior Lighting

DRIVING DOWN ROAD ALL HEADLIGHTS GO OUT. *AK

Jan 15, 1999 Power Train

IN MORNING WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE IT HESITATES TO ENGAGE, OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER CONTACTED AND REPAIR WORK DONE, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. EXTENDED WARRANTY ON VEHICLE. *AK *ML

Jan 15, 1999 Power Train

IN MORNING WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE IT HESITATES TO ENGAGE, OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER CONTACTED AND REPAIR WORK DONE, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. EXTENDED WARRANTY ON VEHICLE. *AK *ML

Jan 11, 1999 Visibility

VERY RANDOMLY AND INTERMITTENTLY, WHILE DRIVING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL KICK ON TO FULL SPEED WITHOUT APPLICATION. DRIVER HAS TO TURN THE WIPER SWITCH ON AND OFF TO GET THE WIPERS TO GO OFF. THE DEALER IS NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 11, 1999 Visibility

VERY RANDOMLY AND INTERMITTENTLY, WHILE DRIVING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL KICK ON TO FULL SPEED WITHOUT APPLICATION. DRIVER HAS TO TURN THE WIPER SWITCH ON AND OFF TO GET THE WIPERS TO GO OFF. THE DEALER IS NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 29, 1998 Seat Belts

SAFETY BELTS "ROLL" - WHEN USING THE SEAT BELTS IN MY RANGER, THE MATERIAL FOR THE BELTS IS SO SOFT THEY ROLL INSIDE THE GUIDE BY MY SHOULDER CAUSING THE SEAT BELT TO BE TWISTED. IT TAKES ADJUSTMENT TO STRAIGHTEN THE BELT AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT WOULD OR WOULD NOT CAUSE ANY PROBLEMS DURING AN ACCIDEN...

Dec 29, 1998 Seat Belts

SAFETY BELTS "ROLL" - WHEN USING THE SEAT BELTS IN MY RANGER, THE MATERIAL FOR THE BELTS IS SO SOFT THEY ROLL INSIDE THE GUIDE BY MY SHOULDER CAUSING THE SEAT BELT TO BE TWISTED. IT TAKES ADJUSTMENT TO STRAIGHTEN THE BELT AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT WOULD OR WOULD NOT CAUSE ANY PROBLEMS DURING AN ACCIDEN...

Dec 28, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS FAILED TO OPERATE, SOMETIMES OPERATED INVOLUNTARILY. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED GEM AND WIPER/WASHER SWITCH; PROBLEM IS RECURRING. NOW INVOLVES DOME LIGHT AND WARNING CHIME AS WELL.

Dec 28, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS FAILED TO OPERATE, SOMETIMES OPERATED INVOLUNTARILY. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED GEM AND WIPER/WASHER SWITCH; PROBLEM IS RECURRING. NOW INVOLVES DOME LIGHT AND WARNING CHIME AS WELL.

Nov 23, 1998 Visibility

HEATER SWITCH FAILED.

Nov 23, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED.

Nov 23, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED RESULTING IN JUMPING.

Nov 23, 1998 Visibility

HEATER SWITCH FAILED.

Nov 23, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED.

Nov 23, 1998 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED RESULTING IN JUMPING.

Nov 9, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY IF THE BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED SOFTLY THE REAR BRAKES LOCK UP AND DON'T WANT TO RELEASE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Nov 9, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY IF THE BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED SOFTLY THE REAR BRAKES LOCK UP AND DON'T WANT TO RELEASE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Nov 6, 1998 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TOOK TO DEALER & HAD IT CHECKED & REPAIRED. HAD COMPUTER CHIP CHECKED ALSO. *AK

Nov 6, 1998 Electrical System

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TOOK TO DEALER & HAD IT CHECKED & REPAIRED. HAD COMPUTER CHIP CHECKED ALSO. *AK

Nov 6, 1998 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TOOK TO DEALER & HAD IT CHECKED & REPAIRED. HAD COMPUTER CHIP CHECKED ALSO. *AK

Nov 6, 1998 Electrical System

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TOOK TO DEALER & HAD IT CHECKED & REPAIRED. HAD COMPUTER CHIP CHECKED ALSO. *AK

Nov 4, 1998 Visibility

WHENEVER CONSUMER HITS A BUMP THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON. ALSO EVERY TIME HE PUTS THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE FUSE, WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE OVERDRIVE SWITCH AND REVERSE LIGHTS, BLOWS OUT. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Nov 4, 1998 Electrical System

WHENEVER CONSUMER HITS A BUMP THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON. ALSO EVERY TIME HE PUTS THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE FUSE, WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE OVERDRIVE SWITCH AND REVERSE LIGHTS, BLOWS OUT. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Nov 4, 1998 Visibility

WHENEVER CONSUMER HITS A BUMP THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON. ALSO EVERY TIME HE PUTS THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE FUSE, WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE OVERDRIVE SWITCH AND REVERSE LIGHTS, BLOWS OUT. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Nov 4, 1998 Electrical System

WHENEVER CONSUMER HITS A BUMP THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON. ALSO EVERY TIME HE PUTS THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE FUSE, WHICH IS CONNECTED TO THE OVERDRIVE SWITCH AND REVERSE LIGHTS, BLOWS OUT. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Oct 20, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE IDLES VERY ERRATIC.

Oct 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET, APPROX. 30-35 MPH, NEEDED TO APPLY BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM LOCKED UP WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIBRATE/SHAKE/ AND OUT OF CONTROL. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE BRAKES WAS DEFECTIVE AND REPAIR AT THE COST TO CONSUMER. *AK

Oct 20, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE IDLES VERY ERRATIC.

Oct 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET, APPROX. 30-35 MPH, NEEDED TO APPLY BRAKES WHEN VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM LOCKED UP WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING VEHICLE TO VIBRATE/SHAKE/ AND OUT OF CONTROL. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE BRAKES WAS DEFECTIVE AND REPAIR AT THE COST TO CONSUMER. *AK

Oct 17, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CONNECTING ROD FAILED.

Oct 17, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CONNECTING ROD FAILED.

Oct 16, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN IT'S RAINING OUTSIDE THE REAR WHEELS LOCK UP WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. DEALER CAN'T FIND SOLUTION. *AK

Oct 16, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN IT'S RAINING OUTSIDE THE REAR WHEELS LOCK UP WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. DEALER CAN'T FIND SOLUTION. *AK

Oct 15, 1998 Tires

CONSUMER PURCHASED A NEW VEHICLE. WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE THE DRIVER'S REAR TIRES FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER REFUSED TO REPLACE TIRES. *AK *ML

Oct 15, 1998 Tires

CONSUMER PURCHASED A NEW VEHICLE. WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE THE DRIVER'S REAR TIRES FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER REFUSED TO REPLACE TIRES. *AK *ML

Oct 1, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY, SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. HEADLIGHTS WORK SOMETIMES. A/C WOULD NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. DEALER BEING CONTACTED. *AK

Oct 1, 1998 Equipment

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY, SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. HEADLIGHTS WORK SOMETIMES. A/C WOULD NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. DEALER BEING CONTACTED. *AK

Oct 1, 1998 Exterior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY, SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. HEADLIGHTS WORK SOMETIMES. A/C WOULD NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. DEALER BEING CONTACTED. *AK

Oct 1, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY, SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. HEADLIGHTS WORK SOMETIMES. A/C WOULD NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. DEALER BEING CONTACTED. *AK

Oct 1, 1998 Equipment

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY, SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. HEADLIGHTS WORK SOMETIMES. A/C WOULD NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. DEALER BEING CONTACTED. *AK

Oct 1, 1998 Exterior Lighting

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY, SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. HEADLIGHTS WORK SOMETIMES. A/C WOULD NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. DEALER BEING CONTACTED. *AK

Sep 13, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM COMPLETELY FAILED.

Sep 13, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM COMPLETELY FAILED.

Sep 8, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT READY TO MAKE A TURN SHE PUT ON BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER MANAGED TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKES. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE AND FLUIDS LEAKING FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR. THEN CAR CAUGHT ON ...

Sep 8, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT READY TO MAKE A TURN SHE PUT ON BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER MANAGED TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKES. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE AND FLUIDS LEAKING FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR. THEN CAR CAUGHT ON ...

Sep 8, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT READY TO MAKE A TURN SHE PUT ON BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER MANAGED TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKES. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE AND FLUIDS LEAKING FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR. THEN CAR CAUGHT ON ...

Sep 8, 1998 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT READY TO MAKE A TURN SHE PUT ON BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER MANAGED TO TURN INTO A PARKING LOT AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKES. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE AND FLUIDS LEAKING FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR. THEN CAR CAUGHT ON ...

Aug 31, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING.

Aug 31, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING.

Aug 19, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE LOCKED AT 42,000 MILES.

Aug 19, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE LOCKED AT 42,000 MILES.

Aug 17, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AUTOMATICALLY WHILE VEHICLE IS PARKED OR BEING DRIVEN. WIPERS ALSO STOP WITHOUT WARNING WHILE IN USE.

Aug 17, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AUTOMATICALLY WHILE VEHICLE IS PARKED OR BEING DRIVEN. WIPERS ALSO STOP WITHOUT WARNING WHILE IN USE.

Aug 5, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLS OUT, INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED THREE TIMES. CONSUMER'S SPEED VARIES BETWEEN 25-65MPH WHEN DRIVING. DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 5, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLS OUT, INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED THREE TIMES. CONSUMER'S SPEED VARIES BETWEEN 25-65MPH WHEN DRIVING. DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 14, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES GRAB CONSTANTLY, WORSE IN DAMP WEATHER.

Jul 14, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES GRAB CONSTANTLY, WORSE IN DAMP WEATHER.

Jul 10, 1998 Electrical System

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM CONCERNING VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN WHILE DRIVING AT RANDOM. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT OF DEALER SHOP. CONSUMER FEELS THAT THE DEALER PUT MORE MILES ON VEHICLE THEN THE CONSUMER FOR TEST DRIVING. BUT YET THE CONDITION CANNOT BE CORRECTED. ALL COSTS STILL GO TO ...

Jul 10, 1998 Electrical System

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM CONCERNING VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN WHILE DRIVING AT RANDOM. VEHICLE BEEN IN/OUT OF DEALER SHOP. CONSUMER FEELS THAT THE DEALER PUT MORE MILES ON VEHICLE THEN THE CONSUMER FOR TEST DRIVING. BUT YET THE CONDITION CANNOT BE CORRECTED. ALL COSTS STILL GO TO ...

Jul 9, 1998 Steering

STEERING WHEEL JERKS WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON ANY ROUGH ROAD SURFACE.

Jul 9, 1998 Steering

STEERING WHEEL JERKS WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON ANY ROUGH ROAD SURFACE.

Jul 8, 1998 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT AT 20 MPH IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. ALSO, MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE IN LOW SPEED CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Jul 8, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT AT 20 MPH IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. ALSO, MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE IN LOW SPEED CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Jul 8, 1998 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT AT 20 MPH IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. ALSO, MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE IN LOW SPEED CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Jul 8, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT AT 20 MPH IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. ALSO, MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE IN LOW SPEED CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Jun 22, 1998 Air Bags Crash

AFTER TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN AN INTERSECTIONAL CRASH, DRIVER WENT TO GET OUT OF THE TRUCK AND THE AIR BAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED, AND BURNED DRIVER'S RIGHT ARM. THE AIR BAG WILL BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 22, 1998 Air Bags Crash

AFTER TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN AN INTERSECTIONAL CRASH, DRIVER WENT TO GET OUT OF THE TRUCK AND THE AIR BAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED, AND BURNED DRIVER'S RIGHT ARM. THE AIR BAG WILL BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 16, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AND GO OFF WITHOUT REASON, ONCE THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ALSO.

Jun 16, 1998 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON AND GO OFF WITHOUT REASON, ONCE THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ALSO.

May 14, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRON TAND REAR ABS BRAKES FAILED. ALSO REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND SHOES.

May 14, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRON TAND REAR ABS BRAKES FAILED. ALSO REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND SHOES.

May 14, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRON TAND REAR ABS BRAKES FAILED. ALSO REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND SHOES.

May 14, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRON TAND REAR ABS BRAKES FAILED. ALSO REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND SHOES.

May 1, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING THE BRACKET THE HOLDS THE GAS PEDAL IN PLACE BROKE AWAY FROM THE FIREWALL, LEAVING NO ACCELERATION. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WOULD NOT GO ALL THE WAY DOWN BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DANGLING BEHIND THE BRAKE PEDAL. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO COAST SAFELY TO A STOP. THE PROL...

May 1, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING THE BRACKET THE HOLDS THE GAS PEDAL IN PLACE BROKE AWAY FROM THE FIREWALL, LEAVING NO ACCELERATION. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WOULD NOT GO ALL THE WAY DOWN BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DANGLING BEHIND THE BRAKE PEDAL. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO COAST SAFELY TO A STOP. THE PROL...

May 1, 1998 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING THE BRACKET THE HOLDS THE GAS PEDAL IN PLACE BROKE AWAY FROM THE FIREWALL, LEAVING NO ACCELERATION. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WOULD NOT GO ALL THE WAY DOWN BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DANGLING BEHIND THE BRAKE PEDAL. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO COAST SAFELY TO A STOP. THE PROL...

May 1, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING THE BRACKET THE HOLDS THE GAS PEDAL IN PLACE BROKE AWAY FROM THE FIREWALL, LEAVING NO ACCELERATION. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WOULD NOT GO ALL THE WAY DOWN BECAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DANGLING BEHIND THE BRAKE PEDAL. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO COAST SAFELY TO A STOP. THE PROL...

Apr 28, 1998 Air Bags Crash

TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON CRASH TRAVELING AT 35 MPH, AND THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAGS. THE TRUCK HAS BEEN REPAIRED. *AK

Apr 28, 1998 Air Bags Crash

TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON CRASH TRAVELING AT 35 MPH, AND THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAGS. THE TRUCK HAS BEEN REPAIRED. *AK

Apr 27, 1998 Steering

STEERING GEAR BOX THAT'S BOLTED TO FRAME CAME LOOSE. BOLTS BACKED OUT OF FRAME. TOOK TO DEALER & REPLACED 1 BOLT & 3 LOCK WASHERS. *AK

Apr 27, 1998 Parking Brake

WHILE PARKING BRAKE WAS ENGAGED VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL FOR NO REASON. DEALERS HAVE NOT LOOKED INTO PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 27, 1998 Steering

STEERING GEAR BOX THAT'S BOLTED TO FRAME CAME LOOSE. BOLTS BACKED OUT OF FRAME. TOOK TO DEALER & REPLACED 1 BOLT & 3 LOCK WASHERS. *AK

Apr 27, 1998 Parking Brake

WHILE PARKING BRAKE WAS ENGAGED VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL FOR NO REASON. DEALERS HAVE NOT LOOKED INTO PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. ALSO, REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. ALSO, REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. ALSO, REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 20, 1998 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKING AND STEERING WHEEL MUST BE GRIPPED TIGHTLY TO CONTROL. ALSO, REPLACED PADS/MACHINED ROTORS AND SANDED SHOES. *AK

Mar 14, 1998 Exterior Lighting

THE TURN INDICATOR CANNOT BE TURNED ON WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS AT THE 11 AND 2 O'CLOCK POSITIONS. ADDITIONALLY, THE TURN SIGNAL WHEN ENGAGED, DOES NOT ALLOW MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL BEFORE SIGNAL CANCELS.

Mar 14, 1998 Exterior Lighting

THE TURN INDICATOR CANNOT BE TURNED ON WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS AT THE 11 AND 2 O'CLOCK POSITIONS. ADDITIONALLY, THE TURN SIGNAL WHEN ENGAGED, DOES NOT ALLOW MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL BEFORE SIGNAL CANCELS.

Mar 14, 1998 Exterior Lighting

THE TURN INDICATOR CANNOT BE TURNED ON WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS AT THE 11 AND 2 O'CLOCK POSITIONS. ADDITIONALLY, THE TURN SIGNAL WHEN ENGAGED, DOES NOT ALLOW MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL BEFORE SIGNAL CANCELS.

Mar 14, 1998 Exterior Lighting

THE TURN INDICATOR CANNOT BE TURNED ON WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS AT THE 11 AND 2 O'CLOCK POSITIONS. ADDITIONALLY, THE TURN SIGNAL WHEN ENGAGED, DOES NOT ALLOW MUCH MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL BEFORE SIGNAL CANCELS.

Mar 12, 1998 Visibility

FRONT WINDSHIELD HAS BUBBLES IN THE INNER LAMINATE THAT CAUSES OBSCURED VISION WHEN THE SUN STRIKES THE WINDOW AT A LOW ANGLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE GLASS IS SOFT AND HAS STAINED FROM THE FOG IN THE COSTAL AREA. WINDSHIELD HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES.

Mar 12, 1998 Visibility

FRONT WINDSHIELD HAS BUBBLES IN THE INNER LAMINATE THAT CAUSES OBSCURED VISION WHEN THE SUN STRIKES THE WINDOW AT A LOW ANGLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE GLASS IS SOFT AND HAS STAINED FROM THE FOG IN THE COSTAL AREA. WINDSHIELD HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES.

Mar 10, 1998 Parking Brake

EMERGENCY BRAKES HAVE NOT FAILED, HOWEVER THE CABLE RUBS AGAINST THE SWAY BAR BRACKET CAUSING A HOLE IN THE CABLE HOUSING.

Mar 10, 1998 Parking Brake

EMERGENCY BRAKES HAVE NOT FAILED, HOWEVER THE CABLE RUBS AGAINST THE SWAY BAR BRACKET CAUSING A HOLE IN THE CABLE HOUSING.

Jan 19, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

IN WET WEATHER VEHICLE STALLS WHEN TRAVELING OVER SMALL PUDDLES.

Jan 19, 1998 Engine And Engine Cooling

IN WET WEATHER VEHICLE STALLS WHEN TRAVELING OVER SMALL PUDDLES.

Dec 29, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

LOOSE WIRE PREVENTED VEHICLE FROM STARTING.

Dec 29, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

LOOSE WIRE PREVENTED VEHICLE FROM STARTING.

Dec 23, 1997 Parking Brake

PARKING BRAKE WAS CHECKED TWICE AND DEALER CLAIMS IT IS NORMAL. PEDAL HAS TO BE PUSHED TO LAST CLICK (TO THE FLOOR) TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM ROLLING BACKWARDS ON ANY GRADIENT, INCLUDING SLIGHT. DEALER ALSO STATES THAT VEHICLE SHOULD BE PARKED IN GEAR IN ORDER TO PREVENT ROLLING BACKWARDS.

Dec 23, 1997 Parking Brake

PARKING BRAKE WAS CHECKED TWICE AND DEALER CLAIMS IT IS NORMAL. PEDAL HAS TO BE PUSHED TO LAST CLICK (TO THE FLOOR) TO PREVENT VEHICLE FROM ROLLING BACKWARDS ON ANY GRADIENT, INCLUDING SLIGHT. DEALER ALSO STATES THAT VEHICLE SHOULD BE PARKED IN GEAR IN ORDER TO PREVENT ROLLING BACKWARDS.

Nov 30, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY FAILS/STALLS.

Nov 30, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY FAILS/STALLS.

Nov 26, 1997 Suspension

FRONT END SHOCKS FAILED.

Nov 26, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS FAILED.

Nov 26, 1997 Suspension

FRONT END SHOCKS FAILED.

Nov 26, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS FAILED.

Nov 19, 1997 Power Train

VEHICLE IN PARK GEAR, SUDDENLY STARTED RUNNING IN REVERSE.

Nov 19, 1997 Power Train

VEHICLE IN PARK GEAR, SUDDENLY STARTED RUNNING IN REVERSE.

Nov 12, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THE REAR BRAKES LOCK UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO A SLIDE. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK *SLC

Nov 12, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THE REAR BRAKES LOCK UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO A SLIDE. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK *SLC

Nov 12, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THE REAR BRAKES LOCK UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO A SLIDE. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK *SLC

Nov 12, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THE REAR BRAKES LOCK UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO A SLIDE. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK *SLC

Nov 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANIT-LOCK BRAKES FAILED, ACCIDENT OCCURRED DUE TO FAILURE.

Nov 5, 1997 Power Train

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Steering

ALARM SYSTEM FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Visibility

REAR WINDOW LEAKING.

Nov 5, 1997 Power Train

LOSS OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE/ELECTRONIC SHIFT (TRANSFER CASE).

Nov 5, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL NECK CONNECTING TO THE GAS TANK FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SHOES FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANIT-LOCK BRAKES FAILED, ACCIDENT OCCURRED DUE TO FAILURE.

Nov 5, 1997 Power Train

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Steering

ALARM SYSTEM FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Visibility

REAR WINDOW LEAKING.

Nov 5, 1997 Power Train

LOSS OF POWER DUE TO FAILURE OF THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE/ELECTRONIC SHIFT (TRANSFER CASE).

Nov 5, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL NECK CONNECTING TO THE GAS TANK FAILED.

Nov 5, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE SHOES FAILED.

Nov 4, 1997 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER FAILED.

Nov 4, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED.

Nov 4, 1997 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER FAILED.

Nov 4, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Power Train

REAR AXLE PINION SEAL FROM DIFFERENTIAL UNIT FAILED RESULTING IN LEAKING.

Oct 27, 1997 Seats

SEAT ADJUSTING GUARD FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Interior Lighting

COURTESY LAMP FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Tires

TIRE TREAD SPLIT RESULTING IN FAILURE.(FIRESTONE P215/70R14).

Oct 27, 1997 Equipment

A/C COMPRESSOR LOCKED UP AND FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Suspension

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Tires

RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT CAUSING DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND HIT A LIGHT POLE. (CORNELL - SIZE P237-7S-R1S).

Oct 27, 1997 Tires

TIRES SIDEWALL CAME OPEN. (FIRESTONE P225/70R14).

Oct 27, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PUMP FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Visibility

WIPER MOTOR FAILS INTERMITTANTLY.

Oct 27, 1997 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Exterior Lighting

LEFT REAR BRAKE LIGHT FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Power Train

REAR AXLE PINION SEAL FROM DIFFERENTIAL UNIT FAILED RESULTING IN LEAKING.

Oct 27, 1997 Seats

SEAT ADJUSTING GUARD FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Interior Lighting

COURTESY LAMP FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Tires

TIRE TREAD SPLIT RESULTING IN FAILURE.(FIRESTONE P215/70R14).

Oct 27, 1997 Equipment

A/C COMPRESSOR LOCKED UP AND FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Suspension

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Tires

RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT CAUSING DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND HIT A LIGHT POLE. (CORNELL - SIZE P237-7S-R1S).

Oct 27, 1997 Tires

TIRES SIDEWALL CAME OPEN. (FIRESTONE P225/70R14).

Oct 27, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PUMP FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Visibility

WIPER MOTOR FAILS INTERMITTANTLY.

Oct 27, 1997 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER FAILED.

Oct 27, 1997 Exterior Lighting

LEFT REAR BRAKE LIGHT FAILED.

Oct 14, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED.

Oct 14, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED.

Oct 7, 1997 Suspension

LEFT FRONT STABILIZER LINK WAS LOOSE AND MAKING RQPPING NOISE. *AK

Oct 7, 1997 Suspension

LEFT FRONT STABILIZER LINK WAS LOOSE AND MAKING RQPPING NOISE. *AK

Oct 3, 1997 Wheels

WHEL BOLTS: NUTS CAME LOOSE FROM HOUSING, CAUSING TIRE TO LOOSEN. *AK

Oct 3, 1997 Wheels

WHEL BOLTS: NUTS CAME LOOSE FROM HOUSING, CAUSING TIRE TO LOOSEN. *AK

Oct 2, 1997 Steering

STEERING IMPAIRED WHEN VEHICLE HIT BUMP, DOES NOT TRACT PROPERLY, CAUSES VEHICLE TO PHYSICALLY MOVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE,DEALER BALANCED WHEELS THREE SEPARATE TIMES , FORD FACTURY REPRESENTATIVE NEEDED TO DETERMINE PROBLEM. VARIOUS SPEEDS.*AK

Oct 2, 1997 Steering

STEERING IMPAIRED WHEN VEHICLE HIT BUMP, DOES NOT TRACT PROPERLY, CAUSES VEHICLE TO PHYSICALLY MOVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE,DEALER BALANCED WHEELS THREE SEPARATE TIMES , FORD FACTURY REPRESENTATIVE NEEDED TO DETERMINE PROBLEM. VARIOUS SPEEDS.*AK

Sep 22, 1997 Steering

ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM FAILED.

Sep 22, 1997 Steering

ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM FAILED.

Sep 19, 1997 Tires

FRONT LEFT FIRESTONE TIRE HAS A 2X3 INCH PIECE OF TREAD MISSING IN THE MIDDLE.

Sep 19, 1997 Tires

FRONT LEFT FIRESTONE TIRE HAS A 2X3 INCH PIECE OF TREAD MISSING IN THE MIDDLE.

Sep 18, 1997 Power Train

4-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH FAILED TO ENGAGE IN SNOW WEATHER CONDITIONS.

Sep 18, 1997 Power Train

4-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH FAILED TO ENGAGE IN SNOW WEATHER CONDITIONS.

Sep 11, 1997 Tires

FIRESTONE TIRES REPLACED DUE TO SEVERE VIBRATION.

Sep 11, 1997 Steering

POWER STEERING BOX LEAKS.

Sep 11, 1997 Tires

FIRESTONE TIRES REPLACED DUE TO SEVERE VIBRATION.

Sep 11, 1997 Steering

POWER STEERING BOX LEAKS.

Sep 10, 1997 Visibility

HEATER FAN FAILED.

Sep 10, 1997 Visibility

HEATER FAN FAILED.

Sep 9, 1997 Power Train

POWER TRANSMISSION CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER FAILED.

Sep 9, 1997 Air Bags

UNSPECIFIED: PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS MAKING A RATTLING NOISE AND HAD TO BE REPLACED

Sep 9, 1997 Power Train

POWER TRANSMISSION CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER FAILED.

Sep 9, 1997 Air Bags

UNSPECIFIED: PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS MAKING A RATTLING NOISE AND HAD TO BE REPLACED

Sep 8, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

TAIL PIPE FAILED.

Sep 8, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

TAIL PIPE FAILED.

Aug 29, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

CRANK SENSOR SHORTED OUT.

Aug 29, 1997 Seats

SMOKE CAME FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE ELECTRIC SEAT WHILE ADJUSTING, ALSO SEAT IS NOT ABLE TO GO FORWARD AS FAR AS IT SHOULD.

Aug 29, 1997 Visibility

REAR PASSENGER WINDOW WILL NOT LOCK OPEN .

Aug 29, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

CRANK SENSOR SHORTED OUT.

Aug 29, 1997 Seats

SMOKE CAME FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE ELECTRIC SEAT WHILE ADJUSTING, ALSO SEAT IS NOT ABLE TO GO FORWARD AS FAR AS IT SHOULD.

Aug 29, 1997 Visibility

REAR PASSENGER WINDOW WILL NOT LOCK OPEN .

Aug 27, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHOKE FAILED.

Aug 27, 1997 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED.

Aug 27, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHOKE FAILED.

Aug 27, 1997 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED.

Aug 21, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DRIVING, STARTED APPLYING BRAKES, REAR BRAKES GRABBED AND LOCKED UP, LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, HAPPENS ONLY WHEN HUMIDITY IS HIGH OR WEATHER IS RAINY. WAITING FOR PARTS FROM DEALER SINCE JULY. NOT UNDER RECALL. *AK *JB

Aug 21, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DRIVING, STARTED APPLYING BRAKES, REAR BRAKES GRABBED AND LOCKED UP, LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, HAPPENS ONLY WHEN HUMIDITY IS HIGH OR WEATHER IS RAINY. WAITING FOR PARTS FROM DEALER SINCE JULY. NOT UNDER RECALL. *AK *JB

Aug 11, 1997 Air Bags Crash

DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONT END COLLISION, DRIVER SWERVED OFF ROAD, HIT TO AVOID COLLIDING WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE, 40 MPH. *AK

Aug 11, 1997 Air Bags Crash

DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONT END COLLISION, DRIVER SWERVED OFF ROAD, HIT TO AVOID COLLIDING WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE, 40 MPH. *AK

Aug 4, 1997 Latches/locks/linkages

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE DOORS DO NOT HAVE CHILD SAFETY LOCKS. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH CHILD PULLED ON DOOR HANDLE, THAT WAS LOCKED, AND THE DOOR FLUNG OPEN.

Aug 4, 1997 Latches/locks/linkages

DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE DOORS DO NOT HAVE CHILD SAFETY LOCKS. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH CHILD PULLED ON DOOR HANDLE, THAT WAS LOCKED, AND THE DOOR FLUNG OPEN.

Aug 1, 1997 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ACTIVATE THEMSELVES SPORATICALLY FOR NO APPARENT REASON.

Aug 1, 1997 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ACTIVATE THEMSELVES SPORATICALLY FOR NO APPARENT REASON.

Jul 31, 1997 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISON AND THE AIR BAG DID'T DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER TO BE INJURED. *AK

Jul 31, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISON AND THE AIR BAG DID'T DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER TO BE INJURED. *AK

Jul 31, 1997 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISON AND THE AIR BAG DID'T DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER TO BE INJURED. *AK

Jul 31, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISON AND THE AIR BAG DID'T DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER TO BE INJURED. *AK

Jul 28, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING IN WET ROAD CONDITIONS THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM HAS FRONT WHEEL LOCK-UP, A LOUD GROWLING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *AK *JB

Jul 28, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING IN WET ROAD CONDITIONS THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM HAS FRONT WHEEL LOCK-UP, A LOUD GROWLING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *AK *JB

Jul 22, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE'S ABS BRAKING SYSTEM HAS FRONT WHEELS LOCK UP WHEN DRIVING IN WET/RAINING ROAD CONDITIONS. *AK

Jul 22, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE'S ABS BRAKING SYSTEM HAS FRONT WHEELS LOCK UP WHEN DRIVING IN WET/RAINING ROAD CONDITIONS. *AK

Jul 10, 1997 Suspension

A PROBLEM IN THE FRONT END IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE LEFT WHILE DRIVING, RESULTING IN PREMATURE TIRE WEAR. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Jul 10, 1997 Suspension

A PROBLEM IN THE FRONT END IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO THE LEFT WHILE DRIVING, RESULTING IN PREMATURE TIRE WEAR. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Jul 8, 1997 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISON IN WHICH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SUSTAIN 2ND TO 3RD DEGREE BURNS. ALSO DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT MIGHT HAVE MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING HER TO SUSTAIN AN INJURIES TO THE HEAD. *AK

Jul 8, 1997 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISON IN WHICH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SUSTAIN 2ND TO 3RD DEGREE BURNS. ALSO DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT MIGHT HAVE MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING HER TO SUSTAIN AN INJURIES TO THE HEAD. *AK

Jul 8, 1997 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISON IN WHICH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SUSTAIN 2ND TO 3RD DEGREE BURNS. ALSO DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT MIGHT HAVE MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING HER TO SUSTAIN AN INJURIES TO THE HEAD. *AK

Jul 8, 1997 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISON IN WHICH THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO SUSTAIN 2ND TO 3RD DEGREE BURNS. ALSO DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT MIGHT HAVE MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING HER TO SUSTAIN AN INJURIES TO THE HEAD. *AK

Jul 2, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

DURING FIVE DIFFERENT TIMES AT VARIOUS SPEED THE MOTOR RUNS BETWEEN 3/4 TO 1/2 WIDE OPEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Jul 2, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

DURING FIVE DIFFERENT TIMES AT VARIOUS SPEED THE MOTOR RUNS BETWEEN 3/4 TO 1/2 WIDE OPEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Jun 27, 1997 Visibility

SLIDING REAR WINDOW GLASS IS REFLECTIVE AND DECREASES VISIBILITY.

Jun 27, 1997 Visibility

SLIDING REAR WINDOW GLASS IS REFLECTIVE AND DECREASES VISIBILITY.

Jun 23, 1997 Suspension

REAR END SWINGS AFTER HITTING POTHOLES.

Jun 23, 1997 Suspension

REAR END SWINGS AFTER HITTING POTHOLES.

Jun 20, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AND APPLIED THE BRAKES IN THE RAIN AND THEY LOCKED UP, ALSO IF IT IS DAMP AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THEY WILL GRAB AND LOCK UP, AFTER THE PADS DRY UP THEY WILL FUNCTION NORMALLY, BUT WHEN THEY ARE DAMP THEY DO NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY. *AK CONSUMER STATED WHEN ON DAMP OR HUMID MORNINGS ...

Jun 20, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AND APPLIED THE BRAKES IN THE RAIN AND THEY LOCKED UP, ALSO IF IT IS DAMP AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THEY WILL GRAB AND LOCK UP, AFTER THE PADS DRY UP THEY WILL FUNCTION NORMALLY, BUT WHEN THEY ARE DAMP THEY DO NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY. *AK CONSUMER STATED WHEN ON DAMP OR HUMID MORNINGS ...

Jun 18, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

IDLE CONTROL SPEED UNIT FAILED, SPEED VARIES WIDELY. *AK

Jun 18, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

IDLE CONTROL SPEED UNIT FAILED, SPEED VARIES WIDELY. *AK

Jun 12, 1997 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT OR ABOUT 10-18 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 12, 1997 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT OR ABOUT 10-18 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jun 9, 1997 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED, FILLING THE VEHICLE WITH A POWDER SUBSTANCE, CAUSING CONSUMER TO BE BLINDED FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AND CONSUMER ALSO RECEIVED CHEMICAL BURNS TO SKIN AREA. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Jun 9, 1997 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED, FILLING THE VEHICLE WITH A POWDER SUBSTANCE, CAUSING CONSUMER TO BE BLINDED FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AND CONSUMER ALSO RECEIVED CHEMICAL BURNS TO SKIN AREA. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

May 28, 1997 Visibility

DRIVER' S LEG HITS POWER WINDOW CONTROL DURING TURNS.

May 28, 1997 Visibility

DRIVER' S LEG HITS POWER WINDOW CONTROL DURING TURNS.

May 12, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HAD UNWANTED ACCELERATION WHICH CAUSED THE GAS PEDAL TO HIT THE FLOOR, COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. OWNER STATED THE PROBLEM OCCURRED 3 TIMES. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE PROBLEM. *AK

May 12, 1997 Seats Crash

SEAT LATCH BROKE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN A REAR END CRASH. *AK THE SEAT LATCH BROKE ON TWO SEPARATE ACCIDENTS. ON BOTH OCCASSIONS, THE SEAT FULLY RECLINED IN THE HORIZONTAL POSITION,LOCKING IN PLACE. BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND ACCIDENTS, THE SEAT MECHANISM WAS REPLACED. *YH

May 12, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HAD UNWANTED ACCELERATION WHICH CAUSED THE GAS PEDAL TO HIT THE FLOOR, COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. OWNER STATED THE PROBLEM OCCURRED 3 TIMES. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE PROBLEM. *AK

May 12, 1997 Seats Crash

SEAT LATCH BROKE WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN A REAR END CRASH. *AK THE SEAT LATCH BROKE ON TWO SEPARATE ACCIDENTS. ON BOTH OCCASSIONS, THE SEAT FULLY RECLINED IN THE HORIZONTAL POSITION,LOCKING IN PLACE. BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND ACCIDENTS, THE SEAT MECHANISM WAS REPLACED. *YH

May 1, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE IDLES FAST.

May 1, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

THROTTLE STUCK IN OPEN POSITION.

May 1, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES VIBRATE WHEN APPLIED.

May 1, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS POORLY.

May 1, 1997 Exterior Lighting

TURN SIGNAL DOES NOT STAY ENGAGED WHEN STEERING WHEEL TURNED.

May 1, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK SHROUD CRACKED.

May 1, 1997 Power Train

DRIVESHAFT BENT.

May 1, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE IDLES FAST.

May 1, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

THROTTLE STUCK IN OPEN POSITION.

May 1, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES VIBRATE WHEN APPLIED.

May 1, 1997 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS POORLY.

May 1, 1997 Exterior Lighting

TURN SIGNAL DOES NOT STAY ENGAGED WHEN STEERING WHEEL TURNED.

May 1, 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK SHROUD CRACKED.

May 1, 1997 Power Train

DRIVESHAFT BENT.

Apr 25, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, IMPACT 12:00 POSITION, SPEED 35MPH, DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AFTER IMPACT, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. *AK

Apr 25, 1997 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, IMPACT 12:00 POSITION, SPEED 35MPH, DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AFTER IMPACT, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. *AK

Apr 19, 1997 Suspension

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE.

Apr 19, 1997 Structure

THERE IS A RATTLE IN THE BED OF THE TRUCK.

Apr 19, 1997 Seats

SCREWS IN THE SEAT MOLDING DO NOT FIT PROPERLY.

Apr 19, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PADS FAILED.

Apr 19, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS FAILED.

Apr 19, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CALIPERS NEEDED REBUILT.

Apr 19, 1997 Suspension

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE.

Apr 19, 1997 Structure

THERE IS A RATTLE IN THE BED OF THE TRUCK.

Apr 19, 1997 Seats

SCREWS IN THE SEAT MOLDING DO NOT FIT PROPERLY.

Apr 19, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PADS FAILED.

Apr 19, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS FAILED.

Apr 19, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CALIPERS NEEDED REBUILT.

Apr 15, 1997 Latches/locks/linkages

THERE ARE NO CHILD LOCKS ON THE DOOR, CHILD CAN OPEN DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. *AK

Apr 15, 1997 Latches/locks/linkages

THERE ARE NO CHILD LOCKS ON THE DOOR, CHILD CAN OPEN DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. *AK

Apr 11, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

LOWER RADIATOR HOSE FAILED.

Apr 11, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

LOWER RADIATOR HOSE FAILED.

Apr 10, 1997 Electrical System

IGNITION SPRING FAILED.

Apr 10, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE COMPUTER FAILED.

Apr 10, 1997 Unknown Or Other

OIL GAUGE INOPERATIVE.

Apr 10, 1997 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LOCK INOPERATIVE.

Apr 10, 1997 Visibility

TURN SIGNAL GLARES IN WINDSHIELD, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY.

Apr 10, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE MAIN SEAL FAILED.

Apr 10, 1997 Electrical System

IGNITION SPRING FAILED.

Apr 10, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE COMPUTER FAILED.

Apr 10, 1997 Unknown Or Other

OIL GAUGE INOPERATIVE.

Apr 10, 1997 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LOCK INOPERATIVE.

Apr 10, 1997 Visibility

TURN SIGNAL GLARES IN WINDSHIELD, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY.

Apr 10, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE MAIN SEAL FAILED.

Mar 27, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES, RPMS RUN AT APPROXIMATELY 1100 AT ALL TIMES. ALSO, WITHOUT HITTING ACCELERATOR VEHICLE CAN ACCELERATE UP TO 40 MPH. HAS BEEN AT DEALER FOR 3 MONTHS AND THEY CANNOT FIX IT. *AK

Mar 27, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES, RPMS RUN AT APPROXIMATELY 1100 AT ALL TIMES. ALSO, WITHOUT HITTING ACCELERATOR VEHICLE CAN ACCELERATE UP TO 40 MPH. HAS BEEN AT DEALER FOR 3 MONTHS AND THEY CANNOT FIX IT. *AK

Mar 21, 1997 Visibility

WHEN TURNING ON EITHER AIR CONDITIONER OR DEFROSTER THE GAS SURGES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES FORWARD. TOOK IN FOR REPAIR AND DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS NORMAL FOR THE VEHICLE. TO SURGE.

Mar 21, 1997 Equipment

WHEN TURNING ON EITHER AIR CONDITIONER OR DEFROSTER THE GAS SURGES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES FORWARD. TOOK IN FOR REPAIR AND DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS NORMAL FOR THE VEHICLE. TO SURGE.

Mar 21, 1997 Visibility

WHEN TURNING ON EITHER AIR CONDITIONER OR DEFROSTER THE GAS SURGES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES FORWARD. TOOK IN FOR REPAIR AND DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS NORMAL FOR THE VEHICLE. TO SURGE.

Mar 21, 1997 Equipment

WHEN TURNING ON EITHER AIR CONDITIONER OR DEFROSTER THE GAS SURGES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES FORWARD. TOOK IN FOR REPAIR AND DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS NORMAL FOR THE VEHICLE. TO SURGE.

Mar 20, 1997 Power Train

OWNER STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO START WITHOUT THE CLUTCH BEING DEPRESSED, OWNER'S VEHICLE WENT INTO REVERSE AND OUT OF DRIVEWAY.OWNER NOTES THAT THERE WAS FAULTY NEUTRAL START SWITCH. DEALER CORRECTED PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 20, 1997 Power Train

OWNER STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO START WITHOUT THE CLUTCH BEING DEPRESSED, OWNER'S VEHICLE WENT INTO REVERSE AND OUT OF DRIVEWAY.OWNER NOTES THAT THERE WAS FAULTY NEUTRAL START SWITCH. DEALER CORRECTED PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 17, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT/INJURIES.

Mar 17, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT/INJURIES.

Mar 14, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING EXPERIENCED SUDDEN SEVERE BRAKE PEDAL VIBRATION DUE TO CRACKED FRONT BRAKE ROTORS. *AK

Mar 14, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING EXPERIENCED SUDDEN SEVERE BRAKE PEDAL VIBRATION DUE TO CRACKED FRONT BRAKE ROTORS. *AK

Mar 12, 1997 Power Train Crash

CLUTCH SWITCH BROKE, VEHICLE DOES NOT SUPPOSE TO START WITHOUT IT. HOWEVER VEHICLE STARTED WITHOUT THE CLUTCH SWITCH AND RAN RIGHT INTO THE GARAGE DOOR. DEALER PATCHED SWITCH UP, MANUFACTURER IS SUPPOSE TO INVESTIGATE THE VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 12, 1997 Power Train Crash

CLUTCH SWITCH BROKE, VEHICLE DOES NOT SUPPOSE TO START WITHOUT IT. HOWEVER VEHICLE STARTED WITHOUT THE CLUTCH SWITCH AND RAN RIGHT INTO THE GARAGE DOOR. DEALER PATCHED SWITCH UP, MANUFACTURER IS SUPPOSE TO INVESTIGATE THE VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 10, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Mar 10, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK

Feb 27, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

IN WET AND COLD WEATHER THE ABS BRAKES STICK AND DRAG (LOCK UP), VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT HIGH IDLE AFTER COMING TO A STOP. *AK

Feb 27, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

IN WET AND COLD WEATHER THE ABS BRAKES STICK AND DRAG (LOCK UP), VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT HIGH IDLE AFTER COMING TO A STOP. *AK

Feb 27, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

IN WET AND COLD WEATHER THE ABS BRAKES STICK AND DRAG (LOCK UP), VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT HIGH IDLE AFTER COMING TO A STOP. *AK

Feb 27, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

IN WET AND COLD WEATHER THE ABS BRAKES STICK AND DRAG (LOCK UP), VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT HIGH IDLE AFTER COMING TO A STOP. *AK

Feb 26, 1997 Electrical System

RPM GAUGE NOT WORKING . *AK

Feb 26, 1997 Electrical System

RPM GAUGE NOT WORKING . *AK

Feb 25, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH.

Feb 25, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

TEMPERATURE GAUGE FLUCTUATES BACK AND FORTH.

Feb 21, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

UPON APPLYING FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN WET WEATHER CONDITIONS THE FRONT BRAKES GRAB, CAUSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO GO TO THE FLOOR. *AK

Feb 21, 1997 Steering

LOWER STEERING SHAFT FAILED, CAUSING VIBRATION AND NOISE.

Feb 21, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

UPON APPLYING FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL IN WET WEATHER CONDITIONS THE FRONT BRAKES GRAB, CAUSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO GO TO THE FLOOR. *AK

Feb 21, 1997 Steering

LOWER STEERING SHAFT FAILED, CAUSING VIBRATION AND NOISE.

Feb 18, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES TO HIGH.

Feb 18, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES TO HIGH.

Feb 12, 1997 Exterior Lighting

BRAKE LIGHT WIRING ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Suspension

WHEEL BEARING FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

MUFFLER FELL APART.

Feb 12, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE CABLE TO RIGHT FRONT TIRE BOLT CAME LOOSE/PREVENTING DRIVER FROM BACKING UP, CAUSING RIGHT WHEEL TO CRACK.

Feb 12, 1997 Electrical System

WIRING ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Structure

BUMPER MISALIGNED.

Feb 12, 1997 Structure

HOOD MISALIGNED.

Feb 12, 1997 Structure

TAILGATE MISALIGNED.

Feb 12, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE VALVE ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Exterior Lighting

BRAKE LIGHT WIRING ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Suspension

WHEEL BEARING FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

MUFFLER FELL APART.

Feb 12, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE CABLE TO RIGHT FRONT TIRE BOLT CAME LOOSE/PREVENTING DRIVER FROM BACKING UP, CAUSING RIGHT WHEEL TO CRACK.

Feb 12, 1997 Electrical System

WIRING ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Feb 12, 1997 Structure

BUMPER MISALIGNED.

Feb 12, 1997 Structure

HOOD MISALIGNED.

Feb 12, 1997 Structure

TAILGATE MISALIGNED.

Feb 12, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE VALVE ASSEMBLY FAILED.

Feb 11, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED UP 20 TIMES.

Feb 11, 1997 Air Bags

OTHER: DESIGN OF VEHICLE IS NOT CONDUCIVE TO A SHORT DRIVER REGARDING AIR BAGS.

Feb 11, 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED UP 20 TIMES.

Feb 11, 1997 Air Bags

OTHER: DESIGN OF VEHICLE IS NOT CONDUCIVE TO A SHORT DRIVER REGARDING AIR BAGS.

Feb 3, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

FAILURE OF THE CRUISE CONTROL, WHILE DRIVING THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED AND APPLIED THE BRAKES TO DISENGAGE AND WOULD NOT RELEASE, OFF BUTTON WOULD NOT FUNCTION, TO STOP VEHICLE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF. *AK

Feb 3, 1997 Vehicle Speed Control

FAILURE OF THE CRUISE CONTROL, WHILE DRIVING THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED AND APPLIED THE BRAKES TO DISENGAGE AND WOULD NOT RELEASE, OFF BUTTON WOULD NOT FUNCTION, TO STOP VEHICLE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF. *AK

Jan 29, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

AIR INTAKE VALVE LOCATED LOW ON VEHICLE, WHEN GOING THROUGH SEVERAL INCHES OF STANDING WATER, WATER SUCKS UP INTO AIR INTAKE, BLEW ROD IN ENGINE, INSTANTLY CAUSED ENGINE TO DIE, DEALER IS REBUILDING ENGINE. *AK

Jan 29, 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling

AIR INTAKE VALVE LOCATED LOW ON VEHICLE, WHEN GOING THROUGH SEVERAL INCHES OF STANDING WATER, WATER SUCKS UP INTO AIR INTAKE, BLEW ROD IN ENGINE, INSTANTLY CAUSED ENGINE TO DIE, DEALER IS REBUILDING ENGINE. *AK

Jan 27, 1997 Air Bags Crash

CAME UPON STOPPED TRAFFIC AT 40 MPH, REARENDED VEHICLE IN FRONT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK

Jan 27, 1997 Air Bags Crash

CAME UPON STOPPED TRAFFIC AT 40 MPH, REARENDED VEHICLE IN FRONT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK

Jan 9, 1997 Air Bags Crash

NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG IN ACCIDENT.

Jan 9, 1997 Air Bags Crash

NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG IN ACCIDENT.

Dec 31, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES HIGH.

Dec 31, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE IDLES HIGH.

Dec 11, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

SPEED DECREASES WHEN CLIMBING HILLS, EVEN W/ACCELERATOR PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED.

Dec 11, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR.

Dec 11, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

SPEED DECREASES WHEN CLIMBING HILLS, EVEN W/ACCELERATOR PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED.

Dec 11, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR.

Dec 10, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

LEFT REAR BRAKES BIND/DRAG. *AK

Dec 10, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

LEFT REAR BRAKES BIND/DRAG. *AK

Dec 4, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

LOCATION OF AIR HANDLER INTAKE ALLOWS WATER TO BE SUCKED UP BY HANDLER WHEN DRIVING THROUGH PUDDLES, BLOWING ENGINE.

Dec 4, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

LOCATION OF AIR HANDLER INTAKE ALLOWS WATER TO BE SUCKED UP BY HANDLER WHEN DRIVING THROUGH PUDDLES, BLOWING ENGINE.

Dec 2, 1996 Air Bags Crash

ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN FORD OFF ROAD, HIT CONSTRUCTION SIGN, GOING ABOUT 25 MPH, AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND FILLED VEHICLE WITH CHEMICALS WHICH BURNED HANDS & PART OF NECK, PLASTIC PIECE CUT HANDS WEDGED BETWEEN STEERING WHEEL AND HORN WENT OFF. *AK

Dec 2, 1996 Electrical System

TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE COMPUTER FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE GETTING REAR ENDED DUE TO FAILURES.

Dec 2, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE COMPUTER FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE GETTING REAR ENDED DUE TO FAILURES.

Dec 2, 1996 Air Bags Crash

ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN FORD OFF ROAD, HIT CONSTRUCTION SIGN, GOING ABOUT 25 MPH, AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND FILLED VEHICLE WITH CHEMICALS WHICH BURNED HANDS & PART OF NECK, PLASTIC PIECE CUT HANDS WEDGED BETWEEN STEERING WHEEL AND HORN WENT OFF. *AK

Dec 2, 1996 Electrical System

TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE COMPUTER FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE GETTING REAR ENDED DUE TO FAILURES.

Dec 2, 1996 Power Train

TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE COMPUTER FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE GETTING REAR ENDED DUE TO FAILURES.

Nov 27, 1996 Steering

THE INTERNAL STEERING SHAFT BROKE, CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO BE DISCONNECTED AND COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING ABILITY. *AK

Nov 27, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEMS.

Nov 27, 1996 Steering

THE INTERNAL STEERING SHAFT BROKE, CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO BE DISCONNECTED AND COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING ABILITY. *AK

Nov 27, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

SUDDEN ACCELERATION PROBLEMS.

Nov 21, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH IS ASSEMBLED INCORRECTLY, COMES TO0 CLOSE TO PASSENGER'S SEAT AND IF BUMPED, IT SHUTS OFF THE FUEL. *AK

Nov 21, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH IS ASSEMBLED INCORRECTLY, COMES TO0 CLOSE TO PASSENGER'S SEAT AND IF BUMPED, IT SHUTS OFF THE FUEL. *AK

Nov 15, 1996 Parking Brake

THE EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE LINE IS RUBBING AGAINST THE REAR SHOCK, IT MAKES A HOLE . PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Nov 15, 1996 Parking Brake

THE EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE LINE IS RUBBING AGAINST THE REAR SHOCK, IT MAKES A HOLE . PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Nov 13, 1996 Power Train

MANUAL 5-SPD TRANSMISSION LOSES POWER WHEN ACCELERATING, ESPECIALLY DURING HOT WEATHER AND SLIGHTLY MORE SO ON HILLY AREAS. *AK

Nov 13, 1996 Power Train

MANUAL 5-SPD TRANSMISSION LOSES POWER WHEN ACCELERATING, ESPECIALLY DURING HOT WEATHER AND SLIGHTLY MORE SO ON HILLY AREAS. *AK

Oct 30, 1996 Electrical System

HIGH SPEED ENGINE MISS DUE TO DEFECTIVE COMPUTER. *AK

Oct 30, 1996 Electrical System

HIGH SPEED ENGINE MISS DUE TO DEFECTIVE COMPUTER. *AK

Oct 24, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN DRIVING THE FUEL LINE CUT OFF SWITCH FAILED. *AK *SLC

Oct 24, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN DRIVING THE FUEL LINE CUT OFF SWITCH FAILED. *AK *SLC

Oct 23, 1996 Electrical System

WENT OVER A PUDDLE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND THE WATER GOT UP INTO THE ENGINE AND THE ENGINE CUT OFF AFTER 10 TO 15 MINUTES LATER. PLEASE DESCRIBE IN DETAIL.

Oct 23, 1996 Electrical System

WENT OVER A PUDDLE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND THE WATER GOT UP INTO THE ENGINE AND THE ENGINE CUT OFF AFTER 10 TO 15 MINUTES LATER. PLEASE DESCRIBE IN DETAIL.

Oct 16, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ACCIDENT--BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DRIVER WAS INJURED.

Oct 16, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ACCIDENT--BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DRIVER WAS INJURED.

Oct 11, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES CONTINUALLY LOCK UP CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL, VEHICLE WENT INTO DITCH ON ONE OCCASION, BRAKES CAN NOT BE REPAIRED TO THE LACK OF REPLACEMENT PARTS.

Oct 11, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ANTI LOCK BRAKES CONTINUALLY LOCK UP CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL, VEHICLE WENT INTO DITCH ON ONE OCCASION, BRAKES CAN NOT BE REPAIRED TO THE LACK OF REPLACEMENT PARTS.

Oct 8, 1996 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING TRUCK STALLS, DEALER SAID PROBLEM IS THE COMPUTER SYSTEM AND THEY ARE TRYING TO MAKE A PART AND IT WOULD TAKE 3 MONTHS , NOW IT HAS ALREADY BEEN 9 MONTHS AND MANUFACTURER HASN'T MADE THE PART . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Oct 8, 1996 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING TRUCK STALLS, DEALER SAID PROBLEM IS THE COMPUTER SYSTEM AND THEY ARE TRYING TO MAKE A PART AND IT WOULD TAKE 3 MONTHS , NOW IT HAS ALREADY BEEN 9 MONTHS AND MANUFACTURER HASN'T MADE THE PART . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Oct 7, 1996 Equipment

JACK THAT COMES WITH TRUCK IS TOO SMALL CAUSING VEHICLE INSTABILITY.

Oct 7, 1996 Equipment

JACK THAT COMES WITH TRUCK IS TOO SMALL CAUSING VEHICLE INSTABILITY.

Oct 2, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKING ABILITY IS REDUCED BY APPROXIMATELY 60% IN WET WEATHER. (1ST VEHICLE ON 601633)

Oct 2, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKING ABILITY IS REDUCED BY APPROXIMATELY 60% IN WET WEATHER. (1ST VEHICLE ON 601633)

Sep 20, 1996 Steering

WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Sep 20, 1996 Steering

WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. *AK

Sep 18, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURY.

Sep 18, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURY.

Sep 11, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT, ALSO SEAT BELT FAILED IN ACCIDENT, CAUSING INJURY.

Sep 11, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT, ALSO SEAT BELT FAILED IN ACCIDENT, CAUSING INJURY.

Sep 11, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT, ALSO SEAT BELT FAILED IN ACCIDENT, CAUSING INJURY.

Sep 11, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT, ALSO SEAT BELT FAILED IN ACCIDENT, CAUSING INJURY.

Sep 4, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN AND CANNOT BE RESTARTED AGAIN. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

Sep 4, 1996 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN AND CANNOT BE RESTARTED AGAIN. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

Sep 3, 1996 Steering

STEERING MECHANISM FAILED 3 TIMES.

Sep 3, 1996 Steering

STEERING MECHANISM FAILED 3 TIMES.

Aug 29, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES, THE VEHICLE BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE BRAKING POWER. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

Aug 29, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES, THE VEHICLE BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE BRAKING POWER. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

Aug 13, 1996 Power Train Crash

DRIVE GEAR ASSEMBLY DISCONNECTED FROM TRANSMISSION TAIL SHAFT HOUSING CAUSING REAR WHEEL TO LOCK UP, WHICH CAUSED TRUCK TO SPIN/FLIP.

Aug 13, 1996 Power Train Crash

DRIVE GEAR ASSEMBLY DISCONNECTED FROM TRANSMISSION TAIL SHAFT HOUSING CAUSING REAR WHEEL TO LOCK UP, WHICH CAUSED TRUCK TO SPIN/FLIP.

Jul 12, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

DRIVING CAR, LANE MOVING SLOWLY, CHECK OVER SHOULDER, LOOKED BACK OTHER, CAR IN FRONT BRAKED SHARPLY, REARENDED CAR, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER. *AK

Jul 12, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

DRIVING CAR, LANE MOVING SLOWLY, CHECK OVER SHOULDER, LOOKED BACK OTHER, CAR IN FRONT BRAKED SHARPLY, REARENDED CAR, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER. *AK

Jul 12, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

DRIVING CAR, LANE MOVING SLOWLY, CHECK OVER SHOULDER, LOOKED BACK OTHER, CAR IN FRONT BRAKED SHARPLY, REARENDED CAR, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER. *AK

Jul 12, 1996 Seat Belts Crash

DRIVING CAR, LANE MOVING SLOWLY, CHECK OVER SHOULDER, LOOKED BACK OTHER, CAR IN FRONT BRAKED SHARPLY, REARENDED CAR, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER. *AK

Jul 10, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE BRAKE DIDN'T STOP TRUCK, PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Jul 10, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE BRAKE DIDN'T STOP TRUCK, PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Jul 3, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRAVELING AT MODERATE SPEEDS ON ANY ROUGH SURFACE AND MAKING A PANIC STOP, THERE APPEARS TO BE LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS AND A RESPONSE FROM REAR ABS.

Jul 3, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRAVELING AT MODERATE SPEEDS ON ANY ROUGH SURFACE AND MAKING A PANIC STOP, THERE APPEARS TO BE LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS AND A RESPONSE FROM REAR ABS.

Jun 19, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE, CAUSED BY A FUEL LEAK. *AK CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS BELIEVED TO BE THE FUEL INJECTOR.*JB

Jun 19, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE, CAUSED BY A FUEL LEAK. *AK CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS BELIEVED TO BE THE FUEL INJECTOR.*JB

Jun 19, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE, CAUSED BY A FUEL LEAK. *AK CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS BELIEVED TO BE THE FUEL INJECTOR.*JB

Jun 19, 1996 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE, CAUSED BY A FUEL LEAK. *AK CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS BELIEVED TO BE THE FUEL INJECTOR.*JB

May 28, 1996 Parking Brake

EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE BEING CUT IN TWO FROM BEING ROUTED BY TOP DUST COVER OF SHOCK ABSORBER. *DH

May 28, 1996 Parking Brake

EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE BEING CUT IN TWO FROM BEING ROUTED BY TOP DUST COVER OF SHOCK ABSORBER. *DH

Apr 19, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT BRAKES PULL TO THE LEFT WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. THERE ARE POWER DISC BRAKES IN THE FRONT AND ABS IN THE REAR. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 19, 1996 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE FRONT BRAKES PULL TO THE LEFT WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. THERE ARE POWER DISC BRAKES IN THE FRONT AND ABS IN THE REAR. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Apr 8, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

FAST IDLE. *SD

Apr 8, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

FAST IDLE. *SD

Mar 18, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

WHE RELEASING THE ACCELERATOR THE TRUCK CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 18, 1996 Vehicle Speed Control

WHE RELEASING THE ACCELERATOR THE TRUCK CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 1, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS, RADIATOR LEAKS EXCESSIVELY. BROOKDALE FORD HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT A BULLETIN BY FORD WILL SUPPLY ADDITIONAL ANTI-FREEZE UNTIL.*AK

Mar 1, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS, RADIATOR LEAKS EXCESSIVELY. BROOKDALE FORD HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT A BULLETIN BY FORD WILL SUPPLY ADDITIONAL ANTI-FREEZE UNTIL.*AK

Mar 1, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS, RADIATOR LEAKS EXCESSIVELY. BROOKDALE FORD HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT A BULLETIN BY FORD WILL SUPPLY ADDITIONAL ANTI-FREEZE UNTIL.*AK

Mar 1, 1996 Engine And Engine Cooling

UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS, RADIATOR LEAKS EXCESSIVELY. BROOKDALE FORD HAS BEEN INFORMED THAT A BULLETIN BY FORD WILL SUPPLY ADDITIONAL ANTI-FREEZE UNTIL.*AK