10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Feb 231998

Ranger

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Anti lock brakes continually locking up.

- Canton, SD, USA

problem #3

Nov 091998

Ranger

  • miles
The consumer experienced problems with anti- lock brakes and airbag. During an accidentanti-lock brakes failed to work. When the consumer applied their brakes, the pedal went to the floorboard. In addition, driver's and passenger's side airbags failed to deploy. The manufacturer has been contacted.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #2

Dec 291997

Ranger

  • miles
Anti lock brakes lock up in rear, light stays on continually. (lawyer for consumer)

- North Spri, VA, USA

problem #1

Jun 141998

Ranger

  • miles
Another vehicle pulled in front quickly. Ranger hit brakes sharply & brakes locked up on right side and skidded. Did not hit other vehicle. Skid mark 92ft. Air bag deployed. Laceration on face & forehead abrasion. Emergency room treatment. Has highway police report.

- Seneca, MO, USA