1992 Ford Ranger body problems

14 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 14
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Frame and members
6
Body: door
5
Body
1

At what mileage

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Ford Ranger body problems in other years

Related recalls

Structure: body: doorReported January 14, 1992 · 190,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Water can enter the door latch release cable. If the vehicle is operated in below freezing temperatures, the water in the door latch release cable can freeze and cause the latch mechanism to malfunction.
Risk: The malfunction of the door latch release can result inthree different problems: 1) the door will not be able to be relatched, 2) theinside door handle can become inoperative, and 3) the door could appear to belatched when it is not, allowing the door to open unexpectedly if it is jarred,and increasing the risk of injury to the adjacent seat occupant.
Remedy: Revised door release cables and water shields will be installed.

Recall number 92V006000 · Recall details

What 1992 Ford Ranger owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 17, 2003 · Body · 82,000 miles · OK

Inside door handle no longer works due to a broken cable linkage during cold weather. Ford says my VIN is not part of the recall group. Other people that have had the recall performed have had the same problem occur again. If my vehicle is not part of the recall group it would mean that it has the updated cable, yet this "updated" cable also has a history of breaking. Why not a recall on the updated cable that was supposed to fix the problem and didn't?

Filed May 20, 2003 · Body, Suspension · 102,680 miles · VA

I own 92 ford ranger. Last thursday,5/15/2003, while driving to work I noticed my passenger side front lower than the rest of the truck. After I parked at work I investigated and noticed that the shock/spring tower was rusted so bad that it was almost ready to fall off. The spring was bent backwards and the shock was broken at the bottom. At the ford dealer, the mechanic said he had never seen anything like that. He also told me that they only make that part for the right side? The left side looks like brand new. Apparently only the right ( passenger ) side rusts out and not the left. It seems that metal is inferior and can cause a serious accident. Ford must know about this problem because they only make the part for one side and not the other. I can't find any recall info on this. Besides the $800.00 cost to repair, this can cause a serious accident.

Filed Feb 17, 2003 · Body, Suspension · 101,700 miles · GA

Suspension failure. Right front spring seat on my 1992 ford ranger has completely corroded. Coil spring and shock absorber have broken through failed spring seat causing vehicle to sag considerably on the right and pull to the right when driving. Additionally, the frame arm where the spring seat is riveted has also corroded to the point where ford refuses to attempt a repair due to fear of liability. Ford dealer confirms that the left spring seat is not corroded and appears normal in appearance and function.

Filed Feb 14, 2002 · Body · KY

Consumer stated the front passenger side frame dropped from the vehicle causing damage to the front passenger side shock, the part failed due to excessive rust.

Filed Sep 18, 2000 · Body · PA

The vehicle was discovered in the morning with the front right fender resting almost on the tire. Investigation showed the spring support broken and resting against the aft wheel well. The vehicle has not had front end damage and has been rust proofed numerous times. The support appeares to have corrosion failed. The repairing dealer [ford] had never seen this before.

Filed Mar 17, 2000 · Body · IL

We are an independent repair facility. We have observed this problem on multiple vehicles from 1990 through 1993. No safety defect listed in the summary.

Filed Sep 13, 1999 · Body · IL

While driving 55 MPH the running broad on the driver's side came off, torn apart on the back tire, damaged the wheel well and the rear light. Manufacturer/dealer are not aware of the problem. Please provide any further information.

Filed Sep 7, 1999 · Body · NE

After exhaust had been done the shop tower mount rusted completely.

Filed Aug 24, 1999 · Body · OH

The carriage that holds the spring broke causing frame to lean / tilt. Dealer said the carriage has to be rivited back onto the frame.

Filed Feb 4, 1997 · Body · OR

The latch that holds the power door closed is broken. When its cold outside the door can't be locked. This model has a recall on it. Ford says it does not apply to this vehicle.

Questions about the 1992 Ford Ranger body

Does the 1992 Ford Ranger have body problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the body of the 1992 Ford Ranger, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1992 Ford Ranger body problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1992 Ford Ranger body?

Yes, 1 recall: 92V006000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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

The Ford Ranger model years with the most body complaints are 2001 (112 complaints), 2000 (105 complaints) and 1999 (89 complaints).