10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Jan 032000

(reported on)

Ranger

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
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.

- Paris, OH, USA

problem #3

Nov 151996

Ranger

  • miles
Transmission and engine computer failed resulting in vehicle getting rear ended due to failures.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #2

Oct 301996

(reported on)

Ranger

  • miles
High speed engine miss due to defective computer.

- Mt. Bethel, PA, USA

problem #1

Oct 081996

(reported on)

Ranger

  • miles
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.

- Connellsville, PA, USA