4.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,522 miles

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problem #3

Jul 152006

Ranger 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 56,000 miles
Two things on my 2003 Ford Ranger supercab 2 wd : 1.) front brakes are bad, and continue to be bad, due to bad design of front rotors. The original oem rotors fail, due to warping, resulting in a most the aggravating pulsing when brakes are applied. This results in inadequate stopping when needed, and could cause a very severe accident !!! 2.) the fuel cutoff safety switch ( whatever it is called) above the front passenger leg area (on wall -inside cab) is defective, causing serious consequences to the occupants, due to vehicle losing all power during operation. This has happened to me now 10+ times in the last 6 months. Sometimes while in heavy traffic, with no where to go when all power is lost, gauges go wacky, lose steering control, etc. As soon as the switch is "reset", by pushing in on it from the top of it, and turning vehicle key to on position for 3-5 seconds, then back off ( per owner's manual) the vehicle seems fine, ,,until, randomly it happens again when you least expect it. The manual says this switch is for "safety" concerns, when after an accident, it shuts off fuel supply, etc....but my truck has never been in any accident whatsoever, and this device is now becoming a great potential accident producer in itself !!!!! the "incident date" is multiple dates !!!!! and they are still continuing as of today 8 March 2008 * I have been told by mechanics the oem brakes rotors are defective, but since there is no recall, I would have to pay again, ,,and again, ,,and again...which is just not right.

- Clarksville, TN, USA

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problem #2

Nov 292005

Ranger 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The contact took vehicle to the dealership to have the brake pads changed. The mechanic determined that the front brake rotors where corroded and pitted. The rotors had to be replaced. Updated 01/04/06.

- Downsville , NY, USA

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problem #1

Aug 052004

Ranger 6-cyl

  • 35,566 miles
When braking at any speed the consumer would hear a squeaking noise. The consumer was informed that front brake rotors were worn. The problem was not resolved. The vehicle also displayed a loud clunk that Ford was under the front end. The noise appeared to be upon shifting especially when going over bumps or when turning sharply. The drive belts were replaced

- Shoreline, WA, USA

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