1995 Ford Ranger problems
The Ford Ranger is a compact or mid-size pickup marketed globally by Ford over a series of generations, varying between both in-house or outside development and manufacturing — and with a hiatus in North America from 2011–2018.
Debuting as a compact pickup in North America in 1982 for the 1983 model year, the Ranger was later introduced in some South American countries. From 1998 to 2011, the Ranger nameplate was used for models developed by Mazda for sale outside the North American market. In 2011, Ford introduced the first Ranger based on the T6 platform. Considered a mid-size pickup truck, the model was developed in-house by Ford Australia. In that same year, the North American-market Ranger was discontinued, leaving the T6 platform-based Ranger as the sole Ranger model worldwide.
For the 2019 model year, the Ranger was reintroduced in North America using the globally-marketed T6 model. It is manufactured at the Michigan Assembly Plant at Wayne, Michigan. The Ranger is smaller than the F-150 and larger than the Maverick in the Ford North American pickup truck range, while for markets outside the Americas it is typically the only Ford pickup offered for sale.
The second generation of the T6-based Ranger was released in 2021 for worldwide markets, using a revised T6 platform.
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Common 1995 Ford Ranger problems
The 1995 Ford Ranger has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues include recalls, electrical problems, fuel system issues, transmission problems, suspension and steering concerns, seat belts and airbag malfunctions, and brake issues.
- Electrical problems: There have been numerous reports of electrical issues in the 1995 Ford Ranger. These include the vehicle accelerating on its own, interior light and door chime not shutting off, electrical system malfunctions, and faulty cruise control.
- Fuel system issues: The fuel system of the 1995 Ford Ranger has been reported to have problems such as gas tank straps rusting and breaking, fuel fill hose cracking and leaking, and bracket holding gas pedal breaking.
- Transmission problems: Transmission issues in the 1995 Ford Ranger include engine stalling and engine revving when shifting gears, particularly in manual transmissions.
- Suspension and steering concerns: The front suspension of the 1995 Ford Ranger has been reported to break from rust on the front frame rail and suspension brackets, and some vehicles may not be put into alignment due to camber readings.
- Seat belts and airbag malfunctions: Airbags in the 1995 Ford Ranger have been reported to not deploy after a front-end collision, and seat belts have been reported to come unbuckled or not unbuckle at all, requiring cutting.
- Brake issues: Brake problems in the 1995 Ford Ranger include the brake pedal going to the floor, rear brakes locking up, ABS brakes locking up in the rain, and brake rotors cracking.
It is important to note that some of these issues may not be present in all 1995 Ford Rangers and may depend on the vehicle's history and maintenance. However, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and consider having the vehicle inspected by a mechanic before making a purchase.
How many miles can a 1995 Ford Ranger last?
The Ranger is built to withstand up to 300,000 miles and years upon years of use. The Ford Ranger is considered the littler brother of the Ford F-150 and is a great alternative if you want a more gas-friendly truck.
What are the bad years for Ford Ranger?
A: Yes, some Ford Ranger model years have proven less reliable than others. It's best to avoid the following years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2011, and 2019. These years have been subject to numerous customer complaints and issues.
Is the 1995 Ford Ranger 4.0 reliable?
The average rating is a 4.2 out of 5 stars. The 1995 Ford Ranger Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.
What is the common problem with Ford Ranger?
Common engine problems on a Ford Ranger include a turbo failure and engine crank damage which causes excessive overheating, dark smoke from the exhaust, and a dip in fuel economy. Engine problems can land your car in serious trouble. Thus, it is always better to consult a mechanic right after you've spotted any faults.
What is the common problem of Ford Ranger?
Intermittent crankshaft sensor failure is a common problem with a Ford Ranger. A dip in fuel efficiency, engine misfires, and sluggish acceleration are some of the aftermaths of a faulty crankshaft sensor. There is also a possibility that your Ranger won't start due to a faulty crankshaft sensor.
Is the 1995 Ford Ranger 4.0 reliable?
The average rating is a 4.2 out of 5 stars. The 1995 Ford Ranger Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.
What year did Ford Ranger have problems?
Ford Ranger recent recalls
| Affected model dates | Issue |
|---|---|
| 01/09/18 - 31/05/19 | Heavy loading could cause the rear differential to fail |
| 01/12/16 - 28/02/19 | Rear silencer may detach from the exhaust pipe creating an accident risk |
| 01/01/04-31/12/06 | Gas generator on front airbag may be defective which could cause uncontrolled inflation |
How many miles can a 1995 Ford Ranger last?
The Ranger is built to withstand up to 300,000 miles and years upon years of use. The Ford Ranger is considered the littler brother of the Ford F-150 and is a great alternative if you want a more gas-friendly truck.
1995 Ford Ranger car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Ranger problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Visibility problems
- Electrical system problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Ford Ranger vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Ford Ranger
The NHTSA has received 377 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Ford Ranger. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Ford Ranger vehicles.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,WHEELS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-12
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FTCR15X3SP
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,WHEELS,ENGINE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN I SMELLED SMOKE AND SAW FLAMES COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND THE POWER TO THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO CUT OUT MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO MOVE OR STEER THE TRUCK TO SAFETY I THEN EXITED THE VEHICLE AND FLAMES WERE COMING OUT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE GOOD AND HEADLIGHT. SO I CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND THEY CAME AND SPRAYED THE TRUCK PUTTING THE FLAMES OUT. AND CUTTING THE WIRES TO THE BATTERY
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-04
- VIN: 1FTCR10AXST
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE REAR HALF OF THE TRUCK FRAME IS ROTTED TO PIECES. THE BRACKETS THAT ARE SUPPOSED TO HOLD THE SHOCKS ARE RUSTED OFF AND MISSING..
STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-19
- VIN: 1FTCR10U7SU
- Components: STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CHASSIS FRAME IS RUSTING AWAY. ALL ENAMEL PAINT IS GONE AND CHUNKS OF RUSTED METAL IS FLAKING OFF
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FTCR15X1ST
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1995 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUFFERED A FRACTURED C7 AND T5 VERTEBRAE. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL AND THEN TO UVA MEDICAL CENTER TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT FACILITY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE OFFICE OF CHIEF COUNSEL WOULD RESPOND WITHIN 15 DAYS. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-01
- VIN: 1FTCR15X2ST
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH AND CRACKED ON THE LEFT REAR END. THE BARS TO SUPPORT THE DRIVE SHAFT IS RUSTED OFF AND THE MOUNTS FOR THE REAR SPRINGS HAVE BEEN REPAIRED ONCE AND ARE ALMOST RUSTED OFF AGAIN. THERE IS HEAVY RUST ON THE RIGHT SIDE FRAME BUT NOT RUSTED THROUGH. THE TRUCK BODY HAS ONLY 3 SURFACE RUST MARKS AND 2 SMALL DINGS. THE TRUCK HAS ORIGINAL PAINT (EXCEPT FOR LEFT FENDER AND HOOD). TRUCK WAS GARAGE KEPT AND INTERIOR IS PERFECT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FTCR15X2SP
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: BRAKES LOCKED UP A 50 MPH, HIT LARGE GRASS/DIRT BANK AT 40 MPH APROX. AND AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-02
- VIN: 1FTCR15X4ST
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY COMPLAINT IS THE VEHICLE FRAME, SPECIFICALLY THE REAR MOST PART WHERE THE REAR BUMPER MOUNTS TO THE FRAME. THE FRAME IS FULL OF RUST HOLES IN THAT AREA AND I CAN ONLY SURMISE IN A LIGHT REAR END COLLISION THAT THIS AREA WILL CRUMBLE. THIS IS ABSOLUTLY A FAILUREBY FORD TO ISSUE A RECALL WITH A PROPER REPAIR! NOW AT THE OWNERS EXPENSE, NOT INEXOENSIVE BY ANY MEANS A FULL FRAME OR REAR FRAME SECTION REPLACEMENT! THIS IS ON MANY RANGERS, IN FACT I REPLACED A FRAME ON A FAMILIES1997, TOTAL BALONEY! WHO ADE THE FRAME TOYOTA?!!
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-12
- VIN: 1FTCR11U4ST
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 1995 FORD RANGER. MY NEPHEW WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE RIGHT REAR SHACKLE LET LOOSE AND HE LOST STABILITY. I REPLACED BOTH RIGHT SIDE FRONT AND REAR SHACKLES. I PULLED THE BED OFF TO REPLACE THE SENDING UNIT AND FOUND BOTH LEFT SIDE SHACKLES ROTTED, LEFT SIDE FRAME ROTTED IN HALF, CROSS MEMBER, GAS TANK SPLASH PAN AND STRAPS, ALONG WITH ALL CAB MOUNTS ROTTED COMPLETELY. I PARKED THE TRUCK AND HAVE NOT DROVE IT SCIENCE 2012. THE BODY IS BEAUTIFUL, AND ALL THE MECHANICS HAVE BEEN KEPT UP. I DON'T WANT TO GIVE UP ON THIS TRUCK.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-02-01
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: ALL LEAF SPRING BRACKETS AND FRAME HAVE RUSTED OUT COMPLETELY IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING THAT THIS IS A COMMON DEFECT AND HAVE SEEN THIS MANY TIMES.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-22
- VIN: 1FTYR10U45P
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I'M INTERESTED IN KNOWING ABOUT THE SAFETY OF MY PASSENGERS AS OF RIGHT NOW I HAVE TO CUT OFF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG / AND AM WORRIED ABOUT TRANSPORTING MY YOUNG GREAT NEICE & OR NEPHEW PICKING THEM UP FROM SOME SCHOOL FUNCTIONS ....AND WOULD APPRECIATE A CALL OR LETTER KNOWING THIS IS GOING TO SOON BE TAKEN CARE OF ..THANKS
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-17
- VIN: 1FTCR10A0SP
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 OF THE 4 SHACKLES IN MY RANGER DUE TO THEM RUSTING OFF AND BREAKING. THE FOURTH SHACKLE IS WELL ON ITS WAY TO BEING RUSTED OFF. THE FRAME OF THE TRUCK SEEMS TO BE GETTING WEAK IN THE SPOTS AROUND THE SHACKLES AS WELL. *TR
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-13
- VIN: 1FTCR10A2SU
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING AT WORK GOING FROM POINT A TO POINT B AND I HEARD THE REAR BRAKES GRINDING, METAL TO METAL SOUND, WAS GOING ABOUT 40 MPH, SLOW DOWN AND MADE IT TO POINT B, ABOUT 1 MILE, IN TOWN.... PARKED AND CHECKED UNDER THE TRUCK.... AND DISCOVERED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE WAS STRETCHED TIGHT... CRAWLED UNDER TRUCK AND DISCOVERED THAT FRAME WAS RUSTED IN HALF (BROKEN ALL THE WAY THRU) ON DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE WAS ALMOST AS BAD.... ALSO A CROSS MEMBER WAS RUSTED AWAY... AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE SHOCK WAS HANGING DOWN (BRACKET RUSTED AWAY) TRUCK IS NOW PARKED AT HOME CAN'T FIX IT.... HAD TO BUY A USED VAN FROM MY BOSS SO I COULD GET TO WORK..... I WILL HAVE TO JUNK THE TITLE IN THE NEXT FEW DAYS.... TRUCK RUNS FINE BUT JUST CAN'T FIX A RUSTED OUT FRAME... NOT SAFE FOR ANYONE TO DRIVE... BY THE WAY THE END OF THE FRAME WHERE THE REAR BUMPER ATTACHES RUSTED ABOUT 18 MONTHS AGO AND HAD TO PUT 1/2 INCH STEEL IN TO REATTACH IT.... THE FRAME WAS A LITTLE RUSTY AT THAT TIME BUT NO HOLES OR BREAKS.... I THINK FORD SHOULD COMPENSATE ALL RANGER OWNERS FOR RUSTED OUT FRAMES, I HAVE READ BLOGS AND THERE ARE A LOT OF THESE RANGER FRAMES RUSTED OUT... I HAVE PICTURES IF NEEDED... *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-01
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE REAR SPRINGS AND TIRES SEPARATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-01
- VIN: 1FTCR11XXST
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: MY 1995 FORD RANGER WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW, ORDERED TO MY SPECIFICATIONS, I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND THE TRUCK HAS 86K ORIGINAL MILES. THE BODY OF MY TRUCK IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION, AS I HAVE MAINTAINED MY TRUCK THE ENTIRE LIFE OF IT, THROUGH CONTINUOUS CLEANINGS TO KEEP THE SALT DEBRIS OFF DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN MY PRIDE AND JOY AS IT WAS MY VERY FIRST NEW VEHICLE. I AM NOW VERY DISGUSTED AS THE FRAME ON THE LEFT SIDE, BOTH FRONT AND REAR IS COMPLETELY ROTTING AWAY AND EXTREMELY UNSAFE TO DRIVE. EVEN THOUGH THE BODY OF MY TRUCK LOOKS EXCELLENT, MY TRUCK WILL NO LONGER PASS INSPECTION DUE TO ITS DEFECTIVE FRAME. TOYOTA HAD THE SAME ISSUE WITH ITS TACOMA TRUCKS AND MADE GOOD ON THEM WITH A RECALL. I AM LOOKING FOR THE SAME SATISFACTION, AS I AM A 3 TIME OWNER OF FORD VEHICLES. I CURRENTLY OWN MY SECOND FORD E-250 CARGO VAN, THAT WITH ONLY 62K ORIGINAL MILES I HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. I PURCHASED FORD PRODUCTS AS I WAS ALWAYS TOLD FORD STANDS BY THEIR PRODUCTS, AND I AM HOPING THAT IS TRUE, BECAUSE NOW I OWN A $19K PIECE OF FORD JUNK THAT WITH OUT AN INSPECTION BECAUSE OF A ROTTED FRAME IS USELESS. I DID MY PART OVER THE YEARS TAKING EXCELLENT CARE OF MY FORD RANGER AND FOR WHAT? I AM A VERY DISSATISFIED CUSTOMER AND I FEEL THAT THE FRAME ON MY 1995 FORD RANGER IS DEFECTIVE, JUST LIKE THE TOYOTA WAS AND I AM HOPING THAT SINCE I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH A ROTTED FRAME ON THEIR FORD RANGER THAT FORD WILL BE MAKING GOOD ON THIS DEFECTIVE FRAME. I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS OTHER COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET OF CUSTOMERS THAT ALSO HAD A 1995 FORD RANGER WITH TWICE THE MILES THAT I HAVE AND THEIR FRAME WAS ALSO ROTTED AND DEFECTIVE. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT THE NECESSARY STEPS ARE THAT I NEED TO TAKE TO HAVE MY DEFECTIVE FRAME LOOKED INTO FURTHER FOR A REPLACEMENT DUE TO A RECALL ON FORD'S DEFECTIVE RANGER FRAMES. *JS
SUSPENSION,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-13
- VIN: 1FTCR14X6ST
- Components: SUSPENSION,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: PURCHASED BILSTEIN SHOCKS FOR FORD RANGER 95 XLT 2WD 6CYL 4.0 3 YEARS AGO FRONT SHOCKS WENT SOFT AFTER 5K MILES. PERSEVERED AND PURCHASED NEW FRONT SHOCKS [BILSTEIN] A FEW MONTHS AGO. FRONT SHOCKS SUBSTANDARD. CONTACTED BILSTEIN. SENT ALL 6 SHOCKS IN. RECEIVED 6 REPLACEMENT SHOCKS. FRONT SHOCKS ARE SUBSTANDARD. TOOK VEHICLE TO REPUTABLE MECHANIC IN AUSTIN. CONCERNS WERE VERIFIED. CONTACTED BILSTEIN WITH INFORMATION. MY PATIENCE HAS RUN OUT. THIS IS A STANDARD PICKUP. STANDARD SUSPENSION HIGHWAY USE ONLY. 10K MILES PER YEAR. NUMBERS ON SHOCK ABSORBER BOX ARE: 24-022361 AND F4-B46-2236-H1 I CONSIDER THIS A SAFETY ISSUE. BRAKING AND HANDLING OF MY VEHICLE ARE COMPROMISED. ARE THERE OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THESE SHOCKS? I AM IN POSSESSION OF THE BRAND NEW UNUSED PAIR OF FRONT SHOCKS SUPPLIED BY BILSTEIN I COULD SUBMIT FOR INDEPENDENT TESTING. I WOULD ALSO BE ABLE TO TAKE MY VEHICLE TO ANY INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO VERIFY THIS PROBLEM. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-05
- VIN: 1FTCR15X6SP
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: IN 2011, I WAS INFORMED BY LETTER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. I WENT INTO THE DEALER IN FORT WALTON BEACH FL. AND THEY INSTALLED A WIRE CONNECTION TO THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AREA ON THE ABS CONTROL. THEY SAID EVERYTHING WAS OK. IN SPRING OF 2013 THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AS IT DOES EVERY TIME I START THE CAR. THIS TIME IT STAYED ON AND DOES NOT GO OUT EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND MUST BE RESOLVED. THIS LIGHT INDICATES A FAILURE IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM. *JS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-03
- VIN: 1FTCR14U2SP
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE OF THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WERE CORRODED AND THE OTHER ONE WAS FOUND TO BE BROKEN. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 11V385000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WAS REPLACED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 112,000. UPDATED 08/27/13*LJ
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-05-20
- VIN: 1FTCR10A0SU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I WAS PULLING A SMALL TRAILER GOING ABOUT 15MPH OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND FELT THE TRAILER DROP OFF OF THE VEHICLE I STOPPED AND GOT OUT AND NOTICED THAT THE LAST 2 FEET OF THE REAR FRAME RAILS FELL OUT TAKING THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS AND BUMPER WITH IT. AFTER I REALIZED THAT THE REAR FRAME RUSTED OUT, I INSPECTED THE WHOLE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE RADIUS ARM BRACKET HAS HOLES IN IT, I HAD TO REPLACE ALL OF THE SHACKLES, THE DRIVER SIDE CAB MOUNT RUSTED OUT AND NOW HAS FALLEN OUT OF THE VEHICLE, I ALSO HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE IS A RATHER LARGE HOLE IN THE FRAME IN BETWEEN THE CAB AND THE BED OF THE TRUCK, MY GAS TANK STRAPS HAVE RUSTED OFF AND I NOW HAVE IT RATCHET STRAPPED IT IN BECAUSE THE MOUNT FOR THE STRAP RUSTED OUT OF THE FRAME. I BELIEVE THAT SINCE THE TRUCK IS STILL IN GOOD WORKING ORDER MINUS THE FRAME AND RUST ISSUES AND SINCE IT STILL HAS MODERATE TO LOW MILES I BELIEVE THAT THE FORD COMPANY SHOULD MAKE IT RIGHT WITH THEIR VALUED CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE VEHICLE OR AT LEAST REPAIR IT TO WHERE IT IS STREET WORTHY. RANGERS ARE GREAT TRUCKS BUT THE FRAME WAS COMPLETELY MANUFACTURED WRONG. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-20
- VIN: 1FTCR10X8ST
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: RUSTED OUT GAS TANK STRAPS BOTH FRONT AND BACK STRAPS ARE RUSTED OUT. *TR
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-05
- VIN: 1FTCR11U3ST
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE RH. RADIUS ARM FRACTURED WITH SEVERE PULLING WITH NEAR TOTAL LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE ON A COUNTRY ROAD. FURTHER INVESTIGATION INDICATED A 85 % RUST THROUGH OF FRAME NEAR COIL SPRING AND RADIUS ARM ATTACHMENT. ALSO THE RH REAR LEAF SPRING IS RUSTED 90% THROUGH, ANY ONE OF THESE FAILURES WOULD CAUSE A DEADLY CRASH. I WORKED AS A PARTS MANAGER FOR 23 YEARS FOR A FORD DEALERSHIP AND HAVE NEVER WITNESSED ANYTHING LIKE THIS. *TR
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-15
- VIN: 1FTCR10X1SU
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE HAD A VERY BAD EXPERIENCE WITH THE SUSPENSION ON MY 1995 RANGER. I WAS DRIVING AND HAD A PASSENGER WITH ME WHEN THE REAR SPRING BRACKETS GAVE OUT ON ME, DROPPING MY REAR END DOWN AND I ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER STOPPING THE TRUCK, I SAW THAT BOTH FRONT AND REAR LEAF SPRING BRACKETS HAD SHEARED AND WAS NOW IN TWO PIECES. THE ONLY BRACKET NOT DESTROYED WAS THE PASSENGER FRONT. ALL THE BRACKETS WERE RUSTED OUT AND GAVE WAY. I HAVE OWNED OTHER RANGERS AND THIS WAS THE FIRST ONE THAT HAS DONE THIS TO ME. I HAD TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE BRACKETS AND REAR SHACKLES. I FEEL THAT I SHOULD NOT HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THEM. THE METAL WAS THIN AND OF VERY LOW QUALITY. I HAVE BEEN IN THE AUTOMOTIVE FIELD FOR OVER 40 YEARS. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL AND THE DEFECTIVE UNITS REPLACED, BEFORE SOMEONE IS KILLED DUE TO THE FAILURE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AT HIGH FREEWAY SPEEDS. THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. I FEEL THAT IT FALLS WITHIN THE SAME AREA AS THE STICKING ACCELERATOR CABLE ON THE IMPORTS. LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING ANY FOLLOWUPS ON THIS PROBLEM. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-17
- VIN: 1FTCR10A6SP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHIME BOX IN THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL WOULD EMIT A VERY LOUD NOISE THAT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN OFF. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE OVERHEAD LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY WERE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE ONLY REMEDY WAS TO REPLACE THE CHIME BOX. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 175,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-27
- VIN: 1FTCR10XXSP
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN A LOUD DRAGGING NOISE WAS HEARD IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FOUND THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS PARTIALLY DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE BUT DID NOT RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT BOTH FUEL STRAPS WERE CORRODED AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL STRAPS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY DENIED ASSISTANCE WITH THE REPAIR BECAUSE THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V385000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY: MOUNTING). THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 104,271.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-08
- VIN: 1FTCR14X8SP
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FILLED GAS TANK UNTILL NOZZLE CLICKED FULL. GASOLINE STARTED DRIPPING OUT OF TANK UNDER THE TRUCK. I NOW UNDERFILL TANK & TRY TO ESTIMATE JUST SHORT OF FULL. *TR
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-01
- VIN: 1FTCR11UXST
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: COMPLETELY RUSTED FRONT RADIAL ARM BROKE IN HALF WHEN BREAKING FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT; RESULTING IN THE VEHICLE SWERVING COMPLETELY INTO THE ONCOMING LANE; FORTUNATELY NO ONE APPROACHING. I HAD TO CREEP HOME AT 10 MPH WITH TRUCK JERKING THIS WAY AND THAT AS THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL WENT HAYWIRE. IN THE PAST YEAR ALL FOUR LEAF SPRING SUPPORTS SEPARATELY GAVE WAY BECAUSE OF RUSTED SUPPORTING BRACKETS. IF THE TRUCK HAD BEEN LOADED IT WOULD LIKELY HAVE OVERTURNED OR MADE THE TRUCK GO OUT OF CONTROL! RUSTED FRONT AND REAR BRAKES LINES TWO YEARS AGO BLEW OUT AND NEARLY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THIS TRUCK NEVER PLOWED SNOW AND ONLY ONCE IN MANY YEARS WAS EVER FULLY LOADED. OTHER FRAME MEMBERS ARE OUTRAGEOUSLY RUSTED AND MIGHT BE DANGEROUS.
1995 Ford Ranger recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the 1995 Ford Ranger.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
- Consequence: A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.
- Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: K2 MOTOR CORPORATION
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: TIRES:TREAD/BELT
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16, AND 17 INCH TIRES MOUNTED ON FORD TRUCKS AND SUVS. FORD REPORTS TREAD SEPARATION CAN OCCUR DUE TO A COMBINATION OF THE SENSITIVITY OF THE TIRE DESIGN TO STRESS, AGING, AND MANUFACTURING DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PLANTS. FORD IS REPLACING THESE TIRES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THE VEHICLES LISTED BELOW MAY HAVE BEEN ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT TIRES OR MAY HAVE HAD WILDERNESS AT TIRES INSTALLED DURING THE FIRESTONE RECALL LAUNCHED IN AUGUST 2000. CERTAIN 1991 THROUGHT 2002 FORD EXPLORER CERTAIN 2001 THROUGHT 2002 EXPLORER SPORT, AND SPORT TRAC CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 2001 RANGER CERTAIN 1999 THROUGH 2001 EXPEDITION CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994, AND 1997 MODEL YEAR F-SERIES CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994 BRONCO NOTE: BOTH ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT TIRES ARE AFFECTED.
- Consequence: SHOULD THE TREAD SEPARATE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
- Manufacturer: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC.
- Components: TIRES:TREAD/BELT
- Summary: TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.
- Consequence: IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
Negative 1995 Ford Ranger car reviews
Positive 1995 Ford Ranger car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my truck. I bought it used back in '97 with 41,000 miles on it and it's been a great ride ever since! The only issue I've had was a leaking heater valve, but it was an easy fix that only cost me $15 at the dealer. I haven't had any other mechanical problems and the truck now has 161,000 miles on it and it's still going strong (as of 1/3/03). The only thing that can be a bit annoying is that the dome lights tend to stay on for hours when parked. Also, some of the lights in the instrument panel are out, but it's not a major issue. Overall, I'm really happy with my Ranger and I plan on keeping it until it dies, which hopefully won't be for a long time!
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Thanks for sharing your experience with your Ranger! It's amazing to hear that after 98,000 miles, the only problems you've had are two dead batteries. It's clear that this truck has exceeded all your expectations and has been a reliable workhorse for you. Even with a newer car, you still choose to drive your Ranger to work every day, which is a testament to its usefulness and dependability. It's great to hear that you have so many wonderful memories with your Ranger, and we hope it continues to serve you well!
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This truck has been amazing! It has been incredibly reliable with only one minor issue in 85000 miles. Plus, it still gets an impressive 28 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the city, which is great for a 4.0 liter 6 cylinder engine with a 5 speed stick. I highly recommend this truck and I'm already planning on buying another one in the future. I hope Ford continues to make them with the 4.0 liter six and 5 speed manual transmission!
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I have been consistently satisfied with my XL long bed. It boasts a reliable performance, comfortable interior, and smooth ride. While I have encountered issues with the dome light and door chime staying on, particularly in hot weather, as well as the check engine light, I am confident that these can be resolved. If anyone has a solution, please email me.
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Relatively good experience! I'm having some trouble with the dome light staying on, but from what I hear, this is a common issue. Overall, it's a fun truck!
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Noe Swift 2024-11-10
I have identified and resolved several electrical and emission issues that were causing inconvenience.
Bennie Hilpert 2024-03-16
I have about 144000 mi. and its still running strong, it had a few electrical problems, like the wipers would go on whenever it wanted and the oil press. would sometime read high, abs sensors, and the switch for the right door. other than that everything else is orginal, exept for maintance stuff. I love this truck, i treat with care (looks brand new), but i am very hard on it, and it just keep on taking the abuse, even though it is a little four banger (kind of slow).
Robin Little 2024-01-13
Outside of small electrical problems, this has been a wonderful, reliable truck. Perhaps the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned. The only thing is that the 4 cylinder engine is underpowered, which makes it a bit slow. It takes about 21 seconds to reach 0-60mph and mountains can be a bit of a drag. However, since I use the truck almost exclusively in the city, it is GREAT!