2000 Ford Ranger: brake failure

Filed Apr 2, 2015 · Suspension · 128,000 miles · OH

During routine maintenance found a 6 to 8 inch hole rusted through the frame just behind the right front tire and front suspension attachment location. No repair has been made, but frame looks to be weakened at this point.. Photos available. Other issues due to rust: spring 2013: replaced engine oil pan - leaking oil due to rust holes. Winter 2013: body repair - major rust and right side accident damage - much more rust coming on truck. Autumn 2013: replaced 5 feet rusted brake line to rear brakes - leaking brake fluid, no brakes. Summer 2012: steel wheels were replaced due to rusted bead area causing weakness and air leakage. Spare tire mount found inoperable due to rusted support.

Filed Aug 21, 2014 · Body, Brakes · 122,000 miles · PA

Vehicle has exhibited severe frame and underbody rust for several years; during last inspection mechanic cautioned that vehicle was badly rusted but still able to pass inspection. I visually inspected the vehicle this evening and found severe delamination to frame members and severe rusting of bed underframe. Crossmember supporting bed is rusted through or non-existent in approximately 40% of surface area. Shock absorber mounts, leaf spring mounts, fuel tank supports, and fuel lines significantly rusted. Approximately one year ago rear brake lines failed at low speed and vehicle nearly collided with parked cars and adjancent stone wall. Mechanic attributed brake failure to rust through of rear brake system. Vehicle was purchased new and is still owned by original owner. Vehicle has been maintained since new and properly cared for.

Filed Feb 17, 2011 · Body · 99,938 miles · NY

I own a 2000 ford ranger, in short the frame has rusted and broke causing loss of brakes and total loss of the use of the truck! Apparently this is not the first complaint of this type and I think ford motor company should have to make it good , the truck is in great shape with less than 100,000 miles!

Filed May 23, 2009 · Acceleration, Brakes · 64,900 miles · FL

I have a 2000 ford ranger xlt 3.0 liter at 39,000 miles my antilock brakes went out. They stop working and made my stops during bad weather more dangerous. My speedometer and odometer stop working at around 64,000 miles and was not able to afford the repair. I have been calculating the speed over the past 7 years and the mileage.

Filed Jul 14, 2008 · Brakes · 50,170 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford ranger. While driving 10 MPH after accelerating from a stop, the contact made an abrupt stop and the brakes failed. She drove home at a low speed and, once there, she noticed brake fluid pumping out of the brake lines. The vehicle was towed to a local muffler shop the following day. The contact was informed that the brake lines had corroded through the passenger side rear brake lines. No repairs have been made because the parts have not yet arrived. The failure and current mileages were 50,170.

Filed Sep 25, 2006 · Acceleration · 68,500 miles · MA

I experienced sudden, uncontrollable acceleration while driving at approximately 15 MPH on a suburban street. The accelerator pedal went to the floor and was seemingly disconnected from its linkage. I was able to stop the vehicle by turning off the ignition, thankfully before encountering another vehicle, pedestrian or obstacle. My vehicle is a very well maintained 2000 ford ranger xlt with about 68,000 miles. The vehicle was towed to a local garage who repaired it promptly. I reported the incident to my local ford dealer who basically shrugged his shoulders, seemingly uncaring that there may be a potentially serious safety issue. He gave me a toll-free phone number to call ford motor company, but after several attempts to reach that line, and being put on hold through an automated system for up to 40 minutes at a time, I have become frustrated enough to report this to the federal safety agency.

Filed Dec 7, 2005 · Brakes · 13 miles · ME

Occasional loss of all braking power. 2000 ford ranger 4x4 pick-up. This vehicle on several occasions in the past two months without any notice has had complete or drastic braking power loss. There are no indicator warning lights of any type to indicate there is a problem. On two occasions I almost hit other vehicles in the rear due to brake failure and my wife failed to stop at a stop sign and went out into the path of an on coming vehicle. (no accident).

Filed May 17, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 58,089 miles · CA

Consumer stated: the serpentine belt went out twice and the pulley system had been replaced before the alternator went out, the ABS light was on, then a warning light came on there were no brakes left, however, the car was still running. Ford said it was normal for the brake to go out when alternator went out.

Filed Sep 22, 2003 · Brakes · 35,000 miles · UT · crash · 2 injuries

Two minor accidents and several near accidents due to antilock brake failure, requested dealer look into problem, they said pads are the problem, pads were replaced two months ago. Independent mechanic confirmed that antilock was non functional.

Filed Oct 21, 2002 · Brakes · CA

Abs light had been turning on and off for weeks and brakes had not been functioning properly. Then light was on all the time. At intersections I would apply the brakes and they would barely stop the truck. Once it was stopped the truck would then suddenly roll forward again even with brake pedal pressed to floor. Front and back pads were replaced by my mechanic. Problem still occurred, especially when going down hill. Took it back to my mechanic and was advised to take it to the dealership since it was not the brake pads and was still under warranty. Rude service rep at dealership went with me for a test drive, said he could not verify my complaint even though the ABS light was on for the whole ride. He claimed my mechanic had screwed something up, said the intermittant brake failure was all in my imagination, etc. But since it was a safety issue he would do further diagnostics. Two and a half weeks later after bad customer service the truck's "non-existant" brake problem turned out to be water collecting under the driver's side seat and rusting out a sensor for the ABS system. Entire ABS system replaced. Problems solved for now but what about when it rusts out again? Why had water collected there? I do not drive in rivers or lakes. It would have cost me $2500 in parts and labor if it had not been under warranty. Dt

Filed Jul 18, 2002 · Body, Brakes · WV

When driving on an incline, the driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor, but vehicle did not slow down. The brakes kicked in, and moments later, the driver was able to stop the vehicle. *ak the consumer states that the he kept asking the dealer to remedy the steering-3 times. The consumer had to keep taking the vehicle to get a front end alignment every few days. The tail gate latch does not operate, the wind is still leaking around the door, the power steering pump make noise overhead/periodically locks up and throws off the drive belt and becomes hard to steer, there is a vibration in the left front wheel/roaring noise-rotated tires.

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Brakes · IN

Intermittently when brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.