1991 Ford Ranger electrical problems

20 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 20
of this car's complaints: 15%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Ignition: switch
6
Wiring: interior/under dash
4
Wiring: front underhood
3
Wiring
2
12v/24v/48v battery
2
Ignition
1
Alternator/generator/regulator
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford Ranger electrical problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Ford Ranger electrical

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fire or smoke 14

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1991 Ford Ranger owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 23, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 150,000 miles · NM · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 1991 ford ranger. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when it caught on fire. The fire department was notified and no injuries were reported at the scene. The vehicle was destroyed. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure and current mileages were 150,000. Updated 8/23/12

Filed Jan 10, 2003 · Electrical · 50,000 miles · CA · fire

The vehicle was sitting out side when the battery exploded. The vehicle caught on fire as a result. *jg

Filed Dec 9, 2002 · Electrical · IA · fire · 1 injury

While parked, the vehicle caught fire due to a failed ignition switch, manufacturer informed consumer that the failed part was not worthy of any type of assistance to compensate for a vehicle destroyed by fire. Ph. Consumer was injured while trying to put the fire out.

Filed Oct 18, 2002 · Electrical · CA · fire

Consumer stated that a battery exploded, and vehicle caught fire. Consumer states this was very dangerous. Manufacture of battery is johnson controls inc. /sear die hard. Please provide any further information. Mr

Filed Oct 4, 1999 · Electrical · SC · fire

There was a fire within the firewall with smoke was coming from under the hood. Consumer was able to put the fire out.

Filed Aug 24, 1999 · Electrical · IL · fire

Vehicle parked. Informed vehicle on fire. Popped hood & noticed flames coming from alternator area. Put flames out 3 times. Noticed the wire connector had caused the alternator to catch on fire.

Filed Feb 2, 1998 · Electrical · NY

While vehicle was sitting in the driveway, instrument panel melted to the floor without any prior warning.

Filed Jan 13, 1998 · Electrical · AL · fire

Ignition switch/wiring harness overheated/burned, resulting in a vehicle fire.

Filed Dec 23, 1997 · Electrical · TX · fire

While parked the vehicle caught on fire. The state fire marshal performed a detailed investigation and determined that the cause of the fire was from the ignition switch. The dealer has not been notified. Owner will contact the manufacturer.

Filed Aug 25, 1997 · Electrical · TX

Loose front wheel well wiring connector caused intermittent stalling.

Questions about the 1991 Ford Ranger electrical

Does the 1991 Ford Ranger have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the electrical of the 1991 Ford Ranger, 15% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1991 Ford Ranger electrical problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1991 Ford Ranger electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Ranger have the most electrical problems?

The Ford Ranger model years with the most electrical complaints are 1992 (41 complaints), 2019 (41 complaints) and 1999 (39 complaints).