10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Oct 102001

Ranger

  • miles
A metal plate/bar which helped to support head restraint on driver's seat would hit back of driver's head, and could lead to head injury if involved in a crash. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that it was a design flaw. Manufacturer informed that vehicle was out of is warranty, and unwilling to assist in this matter. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Canton, OH, USA

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problem #2

Feb 072001

Ranger

  • miles
Headrests to short to prevent head and neck injury for a large majority of the population.

- Culver City, CA, USA

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problem #1

Oct 171997

(reported on)

Ranger

  • miles
The head rests are too small for passengers. Owner has made a sudden stop and bumped his head on the back window.

- Boynton Beach, FL, USA

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