Ford Ranger 1984

Model Ranger made in 1984 by Ford got 12 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 8 recalls as well as 11 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, latches/locks/linkages and seat belts. The car has 4 modeles with engines 2.0l, 2.2l and 2.3l.

Model 1984

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 4 gears27/39/31$ 6941083 9 2
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gears25/36/29$ 7501083 9 2
( 2.2L) 4Manual, 4 gears32/39/35$ 5621083 9 1
( 2.3L) 4Automatic, 3 gears22/30/24$ 8531083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears24/33/27$ 7821083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears21/30/25$ 8921083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gears24/34/27$ 7821083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gears21/30/24$ 8921083 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Automatic, 3 gears20/29/23$ 9381083 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 4 gears22/32/25$ 8531083 920
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 5 gears21/33/25$ 8921083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears22/29/25$ 8531183 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears20/29/23$ 9381183 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gears22/32/25$ 8531183 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gears20/30/24$ 9381183 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Automatic, 3 gears18/23/20$ 10421183 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 4 gears21/30/25$ 8921183 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 5 gears19/29/22$ 9861183 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears20/25/22$ 9381983 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 4 gears16/21/18$ 11721983 920
( 2.3L) 4Automatic, 3 gears22/28/24$ 8531083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears24/33/28$ 7821083 9 2
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gears24/34/28$ 7821083 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Automatic, 3 gears19/26/21$ 9861083 927
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 4 gears21/30/24$ 8921084 216
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 5 gears20/30/23$ 9381084 216
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears21/28/24$ 8921183 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Automatic, 3 gears16/21/18$ 11721183 9 2
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 4 gears19/26/22$ 9861184 216
( 2.8L) 6Manual, 5 gears19/27/22$ 9861184 216
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 4 gears20/26/22$ 9381983 9 2

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
07E064000FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION E (Equipment)3400010/15/2007MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/27/200708/24/2007
Defect SummaryCertain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence SummaryA leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Corrective SummaryFederal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK
83V115000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1983 to 10/01/1983V (Vehicle)154812/09/1983MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY11/07/198312/07/1983
Defect SummaryVehicles may have fuel or vapor line damage caused when an incorrect procedure was used in tightening bolts on adjacent components during assembly. the fuel tank may become damaged due to a loose cross member that supports it.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryVehicles will be inspected and, when necessary, fuel and vapor lines will be replaced and the cross member will be tightened.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks equipped with auxilliary fuel tanks.system: fuel system; fuel and vapor lines.consequences of defect: fuel line or fuel tank damage increases the risk ofspillage and fire, particularly in the event of an accident.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
84V082000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1982 to 06/01/1984V (Vehicle)30250010/22/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY07/09/198407/31/1984571301
Defect SummaryIf truck is struck from the side, the cap on the fuel tank could become unsealed, allowing unsafe leakage of fuel. this is a failure to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, fuel system integrity. leakage can be caused by an orange-colored plastic diesel fuel information ring which is found around the fuel tank neck, or by the tether.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryUpon inspection, fuel cap tethers will be replaced or diesel fuel information rings will be removed.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with midship fuel tank, tethered fuelfiller pipe caps or diesel engines.system: fuel; fuel caps (locking and non-locking).consequences of defect: leaking fuel could cause a fire in the presence of anignition source and could result in personal injury to vehicle occupants orbystanders.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH
84V111000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 01/01/1982 to 07/01/1984V (Vehicle)46091810/22/1984ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/25/198410/03/1984
Defect SummarySecondary hood latch components may have been improperly positioned during assembly. if the hood is not closed tightly, or is inadvertently released, the secondary latch may not work and the hood may fly up without prior warning.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe hood assembly will be inspected and the hood and latch components will be adjusted, if necessary, without charge to the owner.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks.system: structure; hood assembly latch systems.consequences of defect: the drivers view will be obstructed and an accidentmay result.note: make certain the primary hood latch is engaged properly before driving.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
83V134000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)53000012/22/1983OVSCFORD MOTOR COMPANY12/20/198301/11/1984571210
Defect SummaryThe bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. the attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: interior systems; seat belts and upper torso restraint attachments.consequences of defect: in severe collisions, the shoulder belt attachmentcould separate, increasing the possibility of occupant injury.note: manufacturer advises that seat belts should continue to be used at alltimes, as substantial benefits may still be obtained.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR
98E010000AIMCO PRODUCTS INC. E (Equipment)2350004/15/1998MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY04/08/199804/09/1998
Defect SummaryEquipment description: aftermarket brake rotors for use on certain ford and mazda trucks. cracked castings caused cracks to appear on the outer diameter of the rotor hat or around the stud hole.
Consequence SummaryLoss of braking can result.
Corrective SummaryAimco will reimburse consumers/installers for the cost of replacement rotors and installation. consumers are requested to return to the location where the rotors were originally purchased/installed for replacement.
NotesOwner notification is expected to begin during april 1998.owners who do not receive the free rotors within a reasonable time should contact aimco at 815-759-7935.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SUSPENSION
84V104000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 06/01/1984V (Vehicle)1909/07/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/06/198410/09/1984567
Defect SummaryWeight rating information is incorrect on vehicle manual labels and rating decals.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealers will be provided with the revised vehicle information. if vehicle weight is found to be greater than that specified on weight rating, the affected vehicles rear axle may be repurchased from ford. a price adjustment will also be made if appropriate.
NotesVehicle description: trucks; chassis cabs.system: labels, consumer information; vehicle rating decals and vehicle manuallabels.consequences of defect: if present weight label is relied upon, too heavy aload may be placed upon suspension, causing it to collapse. loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident could result.
WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
84V023000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 01/01/1984 to 02/01/1984V (Vehicle)332002/22/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY03/06/198404/04/1984
Defect SummaryComponents in the locking hubs were improperly heat-treated and may crack or fracture upon engagement of the front drive axles. the broken component on the left front wheel may become jammed against the nut.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryCam assemblies in front wheel automatic locking hubs will be replaced.
NotesVehicle description: vehicles equipped with front automatic locking hubs.system: power train; axle hubs, locking.consequences of defect: this could cause the nut to come off and result in lossof the left front wheel, causing loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
9824612/07/1998604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc03/16/1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
9624611/18/199650905Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw06/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
9521210/01/199546478The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par04/25/1996
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
985A3603/18/1998601043A grabbing and/or sticking condition during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain may occur on some vehicles. *yc06/23/1998
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
985A1303/18/1998601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc06/17/1998
STRUCTURE
974702/17/199751689Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd06/27/1997
TIRES
985204/13/1998601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc07/17/1998
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
0115708/06/2001623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc10/31/2001

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
DP85008FORD MOTOR COMPANY01/04/198504/26/1985STALLING
 Stalling

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
02/14/1992
 Fire developed in the ignition switch. please explain in more detail. tt
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
05/01/1990
 The vehicle had an electrical fire and the source is unkwon. the vehicle was parked. please describe. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
02/03/19851350001
 The vehicle stalled without warning. *jb
1
 Engine compartment fire. *sd
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
10/01/1996
 Started smoking first and then caught on fire under hood because of a gas leakage. vehicle was totaled. *ak
OTHER
06/20/1986101/01/1984
 No summary
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL
06/12/1995
 Failure of the emergency parking brake, allowing the vehicle to roll freely. *ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
11/09/19961
 Traveling on willow grove road, swerved to avoid an oncoming vehicle, crossed center line and lost control of vehicle, seat belts failed to respond, allowing driver to be partially ejected from vehicle. both driver and passenger suffered injuries. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
06/15/1990105/01/1988
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
TRAILER HITCHES
05/11/19971
 Trailer hitch snapped, disconnecting trailer, resulting in accident. (ohio state police report)
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
204/01/1984
 Noticed in local paper concern over fires in heating/ventilating system of ford vehicles. burning of leaves caught in heater ducting which was ignited by heater motor speed control resistance coils located in heater ductwork has happened two times on my 1984 ford ranger pickup. the first time was in the late 1980's in october or november and the latest incident was october of 1997. hortoculturist at botanical garden where i volunteer had a similar fire in january of 1999 in a 1980's full sized ford pickup (don't know exact year). although this type of fire is short and does not appear to do a great amount of damage; it is very disturbing at the time. your visibility is clouded, you immediately get off of road to get out of 'burning' vehicle and for some time vehicle has ashes blowing from vent system and odor of smoldering leaves left in vehicle. this could be a significant traffic safety occurance if traffic was heavy and control of vehicle was lost or oncoming traffic hit vehicle as it was being stopped to check source of the 'fire'. i notice that the 1992 ford e-150 van which we own has a finer mesh screen below the vent air intake in front of the windshield; whereas, the 1984 (and other) ford vehicle does not. when i can remember each year, i remove the heater control switch from the ducting and fish out the leaves with a piece of wire through the small access hole. don't remember to do this every year--and i expect most owners don't or don't know how and ford dealers probably are not aware that this is a potential safety issue which should be addressed.
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
05/04/19981
 The design and location of the open wire wound motor speed control resistor block allows for debris to collect resulting in vehicle fire and injury to consumer. (attornry for consumer).

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