We found the following complaints for FORD RANGER (1987)
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Truck was bought used and dealer maintained, it sat parked for 3 days without being touched due to son being in a pica cast from chest to feet, at approximately 2 am the locked truck honked and woke me up, when i went outside i could see flames in the passenger seat so got kids out of the house as there was gas line close and called the fire department which was unable to save the vehicle, as soon as the door opened it exploded into a big white ball not even the tires were any good. Fire department said it was the computer that shorted out and caught it on fire. Contacted dealer and was told there were no complaints of this happening before with the computers but they would notate it. Location of occurance and was rupert,idaho and reported to ford dealer in burley,id
I had just left a red light.i was the 1st vechicle inthe north lane on a two lane street.the south bound side had about 8 cars .the last car hit a car in front of him, she hit a jeep in front of her, and impact caused her to swearve into the northbound side where i hit her in in the front passenger side.i had my grandson 9 in the front with me.my granddaughter 16 and her friend 15 were in the truck bed.i just had a small indention in the front of my truck.this truck was a 1987 long bed.runs good.it i thought was steaming maybe i busted my radiator.my concern was the children.then it started smoking.a fire extinquisher was used.a little while later it caught and burned up.
Electrical computer short out was the possible cause of vehicle fire. *mjs
When vehicle is started there is a burnt smell, while driving, console shuts down.
Vehicle stalled and then caught on fire in the engine compartment.consumer states no vehicle caught fire, then stalled in a matter of 30 seconds, the cab of trucj was on fire and consumer barely had enough time to pull to the side of the road, to get out of traffic, get her purse and get out of truck and get 10 feet away consumer states the fuel clip was never replaced.
I'v had to replace the ignition module 3 times since the first date of the first time of breaking down.
When vehicle is started there is a burnt smell, while driving, console shuts down.
Ignition switch wiring harness fire.
While backing out of driveway smoke appeared from dash column. Vehicle then caught fire do to a faulty ignition switch. Vehicle was a total loss.
Ignition switch sticks, won't allow key to turn vehicle off, also experiences problem in starting.
Ignition switch shorted, causing fire. *dsh
After parked and restarted ten minutes, truck caught on fire. Please describe details.
Ignition switch sticks, won't allow key to turn vehicle off, also experiences problem in starting.
Vehicle was parked/ idling whenit suddenly caught on fire inengine compartment.please provide any further details.
Started vehicle, drove a quarter of block smoke started coming from underneath the hood. Vehicle burst into flames and shot up nine feet.
Gas mileage has decreased to 6 miles per gallon.no fuel leaks have been found.basic parts have been changed such as fuel filter, plugs and wires, air filter.timing has been checked and set correctly.however, none of these repairs have improved the gas mileage.
The head on the engine cracked .tt
Problem has persisted regardless of replacements, very dangerous. Overall, heat up of engine, etc seems to be a major factor.
While parked and off truck caught fire. Insurance company totaled truck. Please describe details.
Engine compartment fire. *sd
While driving 45 mph onhighwayengine shut off, andconsumer was almost rear ended. There was no prior warning. Consumer has not contacteddealer yet.
When the fti modual went out i was in the fast lane and almost was hit by a semi truck trying to pull the truck to the side of the road, there was no pwr steering or brakes, the emergensy brake was used to stop the truck.
Unable to remove lug nuts w/supplied wrench due to wrench being designed to be used w/plastic lug caps only.*aw
Plug connecting wires to dimmer switch melted due to being pinched between steering column and cover. *dsh
Vehicle stalled and then caught on fire in the engine compartment.consumer states no vehicle caught fire, then stalled in a matter of 30 seconds, the cab of trucj was on fire and consumer barely had enough time to pull to the side of the road, to get out of traffic, get her purse and get out of truck and get 10 feet away consumer states the fuel clip was never replaced.
Intake manifold leaks oil, causing burning smell. *dsh
Gas mileage has decreased to 6 miles per gallon.no fuel leaks have been found.basic parts have been changed such as fuel filter, plugs and wires, air filter.timing has been checked and set correctly.however, none of these repairs have improved the gas mileage.
While driving at approximately 55 mph front fuel tank ondual tank assembly, fell off, and was being dragged by vehicle.provide more information.
Fuel tank replaced. (other vehicle on 489981)*skd
Engine fire due to gas leak in the fuel supply hose within the engine compartment.
Fuel leak caused engine fire.
The driveshaft weld broke when driving,causing the consumer to lose control of the vehicle and the consumer also had a near accident.
Passenger seatbelt buckle did not stay in lock position when vehicle rolled over at 60mph, releasing the passenger out the window.
Passenger side seat belts does not lock.tt
The driver side seat belt buckle broke .tt
The driver side seat belt buckle don't work, dealer said come back we will fix it, consumer went back 45 day dealer say you should had come back in 30 day .tt
The driver side seat belt buckle will not lock .tt
Driver's side seat belt latch will not stay latched... Either it will not latch at all, or will latch and then come un-latched as i am driving.. This occurs at any speed, and also when the vehicle is stopped.
Seat belt latches fail to release when release button is pressed.
Passenger seatbelt buckle did not stay in lock position when vehicle rolled over at 60mph, releasing the passenger out the window.
Wheninserting the belt into the buckle the belt will not lock into the buckle. While driving the belt will come apart, and the occupants will not be locked into the seat belt because of the belt not locking wheninserting into the buckle.
Grooves in brake rotors.*aw
Steering columnbroke while the consumer was driving, causing the consumer to lose control of the vehicle. Dealer has not been contacted.
Pitman rod that controls the steering failed, sheared end.
Design of sealed tie rods does not allow for servicing, resulting in premature wear of components. *tw
When accelerating on a flat straight highway from 30 mph, the truck jerked to the right went into the ditch and rolled several times, totalling the vehicle.investigating officer commented that the bolts that hold the cab onto the frame one was missing and another was sheared off.truck recently had a rebuilt transmission and engine installed and had had regular "safety checks" at a local shop. No noticable leaning or other indicators that the part was about to fail.this kind of bolt should last the lifetime of the vehicle! nlm
:driving down highway and vehicle started to sway to the left and there was loss of control of the vehicle afterit started to swaingy for a second time.
Ball joint did not contain grease fittings resulting in rusting.
The paint on my truck started pealing about 2 years after purchase / went to dealer said(s.o.l.) warranty over. I heard there is aclass action lawsuit against ford for this problemiwould like information about this thanks
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When it is real cold the cruise control will continue to accelerate and will not stop. Please describe.
The throttle stuck wide open for the second time.tt
When it is real cold the cruise control will continue to accelerate and will not stop. Please describe.
Wheel lug nuts missing/rims worn out/bolts defective, causing premature tire wear.
Lugs on right rear broke off when tightening.
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