The parking brake light and ABS light come on after the truck has to make a hard stop and seems like the brakes don't work. Also the lights stay on until the rbas valve is change. This has happen to me two times and this was very scarey when this happens. You don't know if you are going to stop the truck. Dt
1994 Ford Ranger: ABS light or ABS activating
16 of the 437 complaints about the 1994 Ford Ranger describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 15 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
A fuse blew out, causing ABS light to illuminate/ tail lights to be inoperable, and cruise control to function erratically. Manufacturer has been notified.
Abs brakes lock up during wet conditions.
Abs brake failure, when driving at any speed and brakes are applied vehicle pulls and pedal pulsates and brakes grind.
While dfiving, experienced intermittent ABS failure, when vehicle been sitting overnight, any surface rear brakes rubbed against wheels, then locked up, no prior warning.*ak
When touching the brakes the wheels lock up for no reason. The truck has ABS. Please describe.
Rear ABS brakes lock up during rainy conditions.
Abs system failed, causing accident.
Vehicles rear ABS braking system grabs and lock-up when there is moisture in the air.due to defective material in brake lining.dlr can not do anything about it
Experience intermittent brake failure, ABS equipped, when make attempt to slow down, brake pedal goes to floor, without prior warning. Tt passenger suffered injuries.
Abs brakes locks sometimes then at time it does not stop you at all. Tt
Rear ABS braking system malfunctioned and had rear wheel lock-up. Tt
Service bulletins that may apply
- Vehicles may experience parking brake pedal which goes to the floor with minimal effort- bronco and...
- Information regarding parking brake control assembly concerns- bronco and f-series built through 4/22/1994...
- Procedure for servicing parking brake- service tip- bronco and f-series built through 4/22/1994 and...
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- A comprehensive pull and drift diagnostic procedure has been developed to assist technicians with vehicle...
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic
- What is wrong
- The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
- Risk
- If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
Recall number 96V024001 · Recall details
Parking brake: conventional
- What is wrong
- The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.
- Risk
- When the above occurs, it can result in parking brake system ineffectiveness. The parking brake will not hold the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll freely, if the transmission is not left in gear.
- Remedy
- A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. Also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake whenever tooth skip occurs and will be reminded to always turn off the engine and leave the vehicle in gear when the vehicle is parked.
Recall number 94V169001 · Recall details
Questions about the 1994 Ford Ranger abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1994 Ford Ranger?
16 of 437 owner complaints about the 1994 Ford Ranger (4%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1994 Ford Ranger?
There are 2 recalls and 15 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1994 Ford Ranger
Brake failure 28Tire blowout 21Fuel leak 14Stalling 13Fire or smoke 9Pulling 9Adaptive cruise 8Grinding brakes 7Fuel pump 7Ball joint 5
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