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1996 Ford Ranger transmission complaints

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Filed Sep 21, 1999 · Transmission · MI

Transmission shifter cable has fallen on top of crossover pipe which is connected to the exhaust pipe ,burning through cable.

Filed Sep 21, 1999 · Brakes, Transmission · MI

Transmission shifter cable has fallen on top of crossover pipe which is connected to the exhaust pipe ,burning through cable. The 1998 model was equipped with an added heat shield to prevent burning. Brake pads, shoes and calipers replaced on (7-22-99).

Filed Apr 8, 1999 · Transmission · CA

Transmission loose and has play in it.

Filed Mar 27, 1999 · Brakes, Engine · PA · crash

At least 12 sets of brakes put on vehicle"4 in uder 9000 miles, resulting in 2 accidents" 3 times at turning rotors/engine rebuilt at 52000 miles still with loss of porwer. 2 egr valves/2 wiper switches/syncronizers/2 slave cylinders on transmission and oil leak. All problems still exist. Engine idles high enough that the use of the gas pedal is not needed for intown driving. Speeds of 45mph can be obtained before hitting pedal.

Filed Jan 15, 1999 · Transmission · CA

In morning when putting the vehicle into drive it hesitates to engage, occurs intermittently. Dealer contacted and repair work done, but problem still exists. Extended warranty on vehicle. *ak

Filed Nov 23, 1998 · Brakes, Transmission · CA

Heater switch failed.

Filed Nov 19, 1997 · Transmission · CA

Vehicle in park gear, suddenly started running in reverse.

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

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

Filed Nov 4, 1997 · Transmission · CA

Transmission torque converter failed.

Filed Oct 27, 1997 · Transmission · CA

Rear axle pinion seal from differential unit failed resulting in leaking.

Filed Sep 18, 1997 · Transmission · CA

4-wheel drive switch failed to engage in snow weather conditions.

Filed Sep 9, 1997 · Transmission · CA

Power transmission clutch slave cylinder failed.

Filed May 1, 1997 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

Vehicle idles fast.

Filed Mar 20, 1997 · Transmission · AR

Owner states that his vehicle was able to start without the clutch being depressed, owner's vehicle went into reverse and out of driveway.owner notes that there was faulty neutral start switch. Dealer corrected problem.

Filed Mar 12, 1997 · Transmission · AR · crash

Clutch switch broke, vehicle does not suppose to start without it. However vehicle started without the clutch switch and ran right into the garage door. Dealer patched switch up, manufacturer is suppose to investigate the vehicle.

Filed Dec 2, 1996 · Electrical, Engine · FL

Transmission and engine computer failed resulting in vehicle getting rear ended due to failures.

Filed Nov 13, 1996 · Transmission · DE

Manual 5-spd transmission loses power when accelerating, especially during hot weather and slightly more so on hilly areas.

Filed Aug 13, 1996 · Transmission · OH · crash · 1 injury

Drive gear assembly disconnected from transmission tail shaft housing causing rear wheel to lock up, which caused truck to spin/flip.

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