1996 Ford Ranger steering problems

17 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 17
of this car's complaints: 4%
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
5
Steering wheel/handle bar
3
Hydraulic power assist system
2
Column locking: anti-theft device
2
Hydraulic power assist: pump
1
Gear box: shaft pitman
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

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150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford Ranger steering problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Ford Ranger steering

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Pulling 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1996 Ford Ranger owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 3, 2013 · Electrical, Steering · MD

The two buttons on either side of the horn, on the steering wheel, that control the cruise control melt in the heat and expose the circuit boards. This has been going on for a few years and I finally need to report this.

Filed Jul 15, 2004 · Steering · CT

While driving at 5 MPH two bolts which held the steering box broke. As a result, the steering pump failed, and vehicle was inoperable. Vehicle was taken to the dealership and the technician replaced the bolts and the steering pump at consumer's expense of $458.00 . *ak the steering box snapped when consumer was about to move from a stop sign.

Filed Jul 29, 2002 · Steering · NC

While making a slow turn steering went out, consumer was able to turn steering wheel, but vehicle did not respond. Dealer determined two bolts in steering box had broken.

Filed Feb 12, 2000 · Steering · PA

Bolts holding steering gearbox in place either broke or fell out, causing nearly complete loss of steering. Almost hit guardrail on expressway entrance ramp.

Filed Jan 18, 2000 · Steering · SC · crash

While driving at 50 MPH steering failed as the truck entered a curve. After forcefully trying to steer to the right, the steering became free. However, this was accomplished too late to avoid a collision with another vehicle. This resulted in extensive damage to the truck from the collision.

Filed Sep 29, 1999 · Steering · PA

Due to defective steering gear box, steering became inoperative, almost causing a collision.

Filed Jul 9, 1998 · Steering · MD

Steering wheel jerks when vehicle is driven on any rough road surface.

Filed Apr 27, 1998 · Steering · KY

Steering gear box that's bolted to frame came loose. Bolts backed out of frame. Took to dealer & replaced 1 bolt & 3 lock washers.

Filed Nov 5, 1997 · Brakes, Fuel system · VA · 1 injury

Anit-lock brakes failed, accident occurred due to failure.

Filed Oct 2, 1997 · Steering · CA

Steering impaired when vehicle hit bump, does not tract properly, causes vehicle to physically move from side to side,dealer balanced wheels three separate times , ford factury representative needed to determine problem. Various speeds.

Questions about the 1996 Ford Ranger steering

Does the 1996 Ford Ranger have steering problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the steering of the 1996 Ford Ranger, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Ford Ranger steering problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Ford Ranger steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Ranger have bad steering?

The Ford Ranger model years with the most steering complaints are 2000 (25 complaints), 1997 (22 complaints) and 1994 (19 complaints).