I kept hearing a squeak in the rear end. When I looked under the truck I found that the frame is rusting out real bad. Pieces are flaking off. Had to replace all four hangers on leaf springs and shackles due to them being rusted through and broke. Dealer said this is normal and I will also have problems with the brackets holding the front springs. My exhaust is the original and the truck has 147,000 miles on it. I would expect the exhaust to rust out before the frame but I guess I am wrong. I am starting to worry about the safety of me and my kids. I still have the pieces that were replaced. Truck was also originally equipped with an undercoating on the frame. I guess this did not help.
1994 Ford Ranger: grinding or squealing brakes
7 of the 437 complaints about the 1994 Ford Ranger describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 15 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
Truck had a squeak in the rear suspension. After my investigation I found that the lh rear spring hanger had rusted completely off. I checked the rh and found that it is about to rust completely through.
While making right hand turns consumer heard a loud grinding noise coming from the rear brakes. Dealership repaired the problem once, but it did not resolve the problem.
When brakes are applied there is unknown grinding noise. Also, numerous parts have been replaced, such as pads, etc., but problem remains. Cause unknown.
Abs brake failure, when driving at any speed and brakes are applied vehicle pulls and pedal pulsates and brakes grind.
1) clutch assembly has faulty spring that hangs until breaking. Gears failed to respond grinding gears. 2) ABS brakes when applying brakes, pedal goes to floor.
Brakes serviced 4 times due to vibration/pulling when braking, also rear brakes squeak.
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 grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1994 Ford Ranger?
7 of 437 owner complaints about the 1994 Ford Ranger (2%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
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 21ABS 16Fuel leak 14Stalling 13Fire or smoke 9Pulling 9Adaptive cruise 8Fuel pump 7Ball joint 5
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