I had a battery that went out in 7/2003 could have been a 50/50 chance of weather related. In September of 2003 compressor was replaced. Please note my vehicle only had appx 26,000 miles. In December, I took it into the dealership and was told that the bearings to the alternator were worn out. The vehicle only had 29,500 on it. Dealer informed me that it is very, very unusual for this too occur. My vehicle is out of warranty and who knows when this could have actually started. Noticed there were a few other issues about alternaters. Dealership very helpful. Ford just doesn't seem to care and brushes it off that it isn't their problem. Think that most of the time Ford seems to relate this issue to wear & tear. I believe there is more than meets the eye. Most people aren't aware they can file a claim w/you. Please provide me any assistance. It would greatly be appreciated. One last note, when I spoke w/Ford rep they told me if I purchased a few more high end vehicles, perhaps they would warranty this. Ford should be happy that this person doesn't work in their marketing dept. ;)...thanks for any assistance you can provide.

- Henderson, NV, USA

I went through 3 supposedly new alternators within one month. Dealerships in both Tennessee and Georgia denied any problem with the alternators and refused to repair/replace them at no charge. I paid for three alternators in one month!!!! don't tell me there's nothing wrong with them. Also, the first replacement alternator was supposed to be new (I was charged over $500 for it) but after it failed and was inspected, it was determined that it was a rebuilt alternator. Why did the dealership charge me for a new one, and why wasn't I refunded any money"!?! also, I have wilderness ht P225/10/R15 tires. They always squeal when going around corners or over speed bumps, no matter how slow I am going. Is there something wrong with them" I have read a lot of complaints about them. Thanks for the help.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

The positive wire connected to the alternator of a 2000 Ford Ranger with 39000 miles burned causing a fire. According to Ford, something in the alternator system failed causing the alternator to continuously charge the battery until the wiring overheated, shorted out, sparking a fire. There was no notification of a problem prior to the engine compartment fire. After contacting Ford's consumer complaint system, Ford declined to resolve the problem to my satisfaction. They basically washed their hands of the issue stating it was not a Ford design problem and that I could not elevate the problem to any other level within Ford.

- Denton, TX, USA

Consumer stated while driving, hot wire melted off of the alternator and melted onto other wiring and hoses. The part was replaced, however the problem reoccured. The dealer stated this was a common problem. Mr the consumer talked to two different dealers and was told the wrong size alternator was installed by Ford with a 95 amp and the vehicle requires a 130 amp. Ther was no sign that the melting had occured until the battery went dead. Scc

- Franklin, PA, USA