This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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The contact owns a 2000 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the frame was cracked near the rear passenger side wheel well. The vehicle will not pass inspection due to the defect. The contact stated that he was familiar with several identical failures for his year, make and model vehicle. The contact talked to a Ford dealer and was advised that they could not be of any assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 64,000.
The contact owns a 2000 Ford Ranger. While driving at unknown speeds, the contact observed an unusual clunking noise. The vehicle was taken to a repair facility where it was diagnosed that the frames were rusted and could not be replaced due to the severity of the failure. The mechanic advised the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was contacted but would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 65,000.
-the contact owns a 2000 Ford Ranger. The vehicle was taken to an inspection station. The technician observed that the frame exhibited massive holes. In addition, the frame was fractured in two. The rear vehicle bumper was not fastened correctly which contributed to the failure. There were no prior warnings. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 103,000. The current mileage was 103, 733.
- Mibridge , ME, USA
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I first noticed a squeaking noise and while investigating I found that my trucks frame is totally rusted and has cracked on both sides at the rear wheels. The truck is a 2000 Ford Ranger with excellent body integrity and little other rust. Both my mechanic and the tow truck operator said they had never seen anything like this. Both said that I could have been killed or killed others if the frame snapped. The tow operator said that Toyota's having a "silent recall" of trucks 1995-2000 with the same problem. I now have a truck with no warranty that is undriveable but has an outstanding loan against it. Ford is not addressing this issue.
Consumer was in motion when the vehicle caught on fire. It began in or under the bed of the pickup. Consumer stopped the vehicle and attempted to extinguish the fire but was unable to do so. The vehicle and it's contents were engulfed in the fire.
Chrome cover that is mounted at a 40 degree angle which protects engine equipment causes vehicle to lift when driving at high speeds, and resulting in loss of vehicle control. Consumer took cover off and was releived of problem.
Frame of vehicle is bent and has developed cracks which has prevented bed from positioning closely to frame. Consumer stated that this was a manufacturer's defect which has caused vehicle to become unsafe to drive. Consumer states vehicle was like this when it was bought new, however dealer stated it would be fixed and everytime they tried to contact dealer they would turn their backs on the consumer.
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- Saint Johnsbury , VT, USA