1995 Ford Ranger acceleration problems

20 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 20
of this car's complaints: 6%
crashes: 4
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Cruise control
2
Accelerator pedal
2
Linkages
1
Cables
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

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Ford Ranger acceleration problems in other years

Related recalls

Vehicle speed controlReported October 13, 2009 · 4,500,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1‑888‑222‑2751.

Recall number 09V399000 · Recall details

What 1995 Ford Ranger owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 22, 2019 · Acceleration, Body · 52,000 miles · HI

Chassis frame is rusting away. All enamel paint is gone and chunks of rusted metal is flaking off

Filed Jan 27, 2011 · Acceleration, Brakes · WV · fire

1995 ford ranger. Consumer states lost of control of vehicle due to a fire in the brake system *tgw the consumer stated after the vehicle was declared a loss, he received a recall notice in the mail regarding the speed control system.

Filed Jun 24, 2008 · Acceleration · 145,000 miles · TX · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford ranger. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle caught fire between the bed and the cab. By the time the fire department arrived, the vehicle was already destroyed. A police report was filed. Only the frame, motor, and transmission remained. The origin of the fire was unknown; however, the contact believes it may have been the cruise control. She consulted the manufacturer and was informed that her VIN was not included in any fire-related recalls. The current and failure mileages were approximately 145,000.

Filed Aug 21, 2006 · Acceleration · 166,917 miles · IN

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the cruise control would not engage without warning. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the cruise control switch was defective and the switch was replaced. Afterwards, the cruise control did not function and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The dealer determined the cruise control switch had shorted out to the service control unit. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v388000, regarding the vehicle speed control. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 10/17/2006 - the speed control deactivation switch leaked.

Filed Jun 12, 2003 · Acceleration · 87,773 miles · CA · crash

I was driving my 1995 ford ranger in a parking lot when the vehicle suddenly accelerated. It proceeded to jump a curb and hit a tree and I was not able to control the vehicle.

Filed Aug 1, 2000 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA · crash

Consumer was pulling into a parking space & suddenly vehicle accelerated. Consumer was unable to stop vehicle. Brakes were pressed completely to the foorboard. Vehicle was stopped by a 2,000 concrete barrier. Insurance company was taking over. Consumer has been instructed to contact manufacturer.

Filed Apr 14, 1998 · Acceleration · TX · crash

Vehicle was started. The RPM's started revving high & then it suddenly took off. Was pressing brakes hard, but failed to stop vehicle. Vehicle eventually flipped over.

Filed Dec 30, 1997 · Acceleration · FL

Fuel injection throttle valve sticks, causing difficulty controlling vehicle.

Filed Dec 12, 1997 · Acceleration, Electrical · MO

Dome light/door buzzer failed/ windshield wipers worksintermittently/ cruise control works intermittently.

Filed Dec 5, 1997 · Acceleration · TX

Sudden acceleration resulting in collision.

Questions about the 1995 Ford Ranger acceleration

Does the 1995 Ford Ranger have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the acceleration of the 1995 Ford Ranger, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 Ford Ranger acceleration problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Ford Ranger acceleration?

Yes, 1 recall: 09V399000. 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).