1998 Ford Ranger steering problems

Filed Jun 8, 2015 · Lights, Steering · TX

1998 ford ranger. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle steering wheel issues. *smd the consumer stated the steering wheel melted. Also, the head lamp switch and connector was replaced.

Filed May 16, 2006 · Steering, Suspension · 58,864 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed a squeaking noise came from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the upper and lower control arms, tie rods and bearings were replaced.

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Steering · TX

The day after purchasing the vehicle, (1998 ford ranger) the consumer had to get the rack and pinion steering changed. (see odi number 10052130 for consumer complaint regarding 2002 ford escape).*mr *cb

Filed Nov 14, 2003 · Steering · 185,000 miles · TX

Vehicle was making a left hand turn when the steering column came apart. Driver then slammed on the brakes until vehicle came to a stop.

Filed Sep 5, 2001 · Steering · SC

While backing out slowly, steering wheel disconnected from steering mechanism, resulting in loss of steering, dealer said that intermediate shaft bolt was stripped, there was no accident.*ak

Filed Jan 19, 2001 · Steering · CT

Rack and pinion has failed at only 38,000 miles and within 2 years without warning. Cause unknown.

Filed Oct 23, 2000 · Airbags, Steering · CA · crash

Crash involved my vehicle striking another vehicle which had turned into my path to make a left turn at a lighted intersection. Police determined that other driver was at fault. Other vehicle (a vw jetta) was struck in the side, yet both airbags deployed. My vehicle was struck in the front with sufficient force to break front axle, yet neither airbag deployed. I contacted dealer who referred me to their 1-800 customer hotline, who then referred me back to dealer to pursue technical problems such as this. Therefore, I'm now contacting you.

Filed May 19, 2000 · Brakes, Lights · NY

Self adjusting brake kite is not installed causing the rear brakes to worn out. Yh

Filed Mar 30, 2000 · Steering, Wheels · CT

Left wheel broke off and there was a noise due to a spindle breaking,which could have caused loss of vehicle control. Currently the noise has returned. Please provide further information.

Filed Feb 22, 2000 · Fuel system, Steering · VA · crash · fire · 1 injury

While traveling consumer passed out and vehicle ran off road. Also, noticed fumes inside cab. Driver believes that carbon monoxide fumes were coming into the vehicle, causing him to pass out. *ak