Recall 95v231001 concerning throttle linkages and control. Vehicle experienced intermittent throttle sticking while driving in inclement weather conditions. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under that recall.
1994 Ford Ranger acceleration problems
23 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 23
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Accelerator pedal7
- Linkages2
- Cables2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Ford Ranger acceleration problems in other years
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- During extreme cold, northern climate winter conditions, ice can form in the throttle body of the engine causing the throttle plate to remain in the highway cruising position after the accelerator is released or the speed control is deactivated.
- Risk
- The vehicle stopping distances can be increased possibly resulting in an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the air intake duct and valve assembly with revised units.
Recall number 95V231001 · Recall details
What 1994 Ford Ranger owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vehicle lost power while driving 50 MPH. The accelerator assembly attachment to the cable broke. The dealer appointment was made. *ak while merging onto the freeway, the consumer heard a pop coming from the gas pedal and lost power. The gas pedal was loose and the consumer had to apply excessive force to get any power. When the consumer pulled in to park, the gas pedal fell completely off. The pedal was spot welded to the firewall. The spot weld had fatigue cracks.
Vehicle speed control remains in the highway cruising position after the accelerator is released. Originally, was a cold weather problem, but now is occurring in warmer weather. A november 30, 1995 recall exists on the vehicle speed control, but gambino ford in lockport, n.y. Denies it.
When gas pedal is depressed to floor it is jammed there by the carpeting leaving you at full throttle. Must manually pull the pedal up which is dangerous while driving or turn the key off.
After starting vehicle accelerator was wide open, and then there was sudden acceleration at high speed, vehicle ran into a parked vehicle, causing major damage to vehicle, and major injuries to driver.
While driving at 5mph and applying accelerator pedal, it snapped off. Consumer was forced to pull over.*aki
Cruise control failed to disengage on toll road-nearly crashed into toll both which was filled with other cars. Was forced to panic brake. System release at about 30 MPH. -problem repeated again on 06,21,01 at lower speed. I was forced to go through a stpo light. Could not stop. I have reported this defect to ford and told that no recalls exist. This is a serious problem. My life was put at risk, on two occasions.
Throttle is sticking to floor, almost causing an accident , dealer has attempted to fix vehicle, but defect has reoccurred. Consumer will contact dealer again.
The vehicle accelerates on its own on highway when the driver tries to slow it down. Yh
Brake switch failed, causing brake lights not to come on. Switch is some how connected to cruise control. When brakes are applied to disengage cruise control, it will engage when brakes are let go. Dealer has been contacted.
Questions about the 1994 Ford Ranger acceleration
Does the 1994 Ford Ranger have acceleration problems?
Owners have filed 23 complaints about the acceleration of the 1994 Ford Ranger, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Ford Ranger acceleration problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Ford Ranger acceleration?
Yes, 1 recall: 95V231001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Ranger have the most acceleration problems?
The Ford Ranger model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1998 (71 complaints), 2001 (57 complaints) and 2000 (55 complaints).
Other 1994 Ford Ranger problems
Brakes 115Fuel system 63Tires 54Transmission 49Suspension 30Electrical 25Engine 23Body 21Steering 19Seats 17Visibility 13Seat belts 11Lights 10Airbags 3Wheels 3Locks 1
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