Came to a slow stop on a downhill slope when driver's side frame rail broke from apparent rust through. Inspection of frame and suspension shows much rust deterioration even though this truck has been meticulously maintained and kept under a carport on a paved driveway. All mechanical s, exterior body and interior literally look like a new vehicle. Ford should do the right thing, as toyota did, and replace this truck's frame or buy out this vehicle.
2000 Ford Ranger suspension complaints
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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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford ranger. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for unrelated repairs, the technician discovered that the mainframe behind the front passenger side wheel was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, no solution was provided. The failure mileage was 128,858.
Excessive rust through frame. Integrity failed.
While my truck was sitting in the parking lot at work I came out for a brake and I noticed that the bed of the truck was sitting against the cab. This truck is washed and kept out of the weather and it seems strange that the frame is rotten before the body is. I know that the rocker panels and fender wheels normally rot out but they are still mint.
The rear leaf spring are rotting away.
Was loading a washing machine in the bed of the truck, and heard a crack. I looked under the truck to see the left rear shock mount broken off the frame. Upon further inspection I found the frame had holes rusted through in numerous spots. The body is good shape. I wash the truck regularly, including the under side, so I don't know why it has rotted in spots. I am very unhappy about this, as I have older trucks that have not rusted, that see harsh use on our farm. This is my daily driver that is for personal use, and I loved this truck till I saw that.
The frame on my 2000 ford ranger has rusted through to the point I don't feel safe putting anything in the bed of my truck. It needs to be repaired before I will even feel safe putting it back on the road. I couldn't believe the poor overall condition of the frame but the worst part is at the rear leaf spring shackles, holes completely through. Haven't checked the rest of the frame thoroughly but will this week before I decide if it's even worth the cost of repairs. This was very disappointing to find on a truck that has been fairly well maintained over the years. I wish I would have gotten a full size truck. I guess I better do a little research before I buy something else. I found out that a lot of people are/were aware of the frame issues with these trucks many years ago. I wish I would have done a little homework before buying this ranger, at least I would have oil sprayed or something to prevent premature failure. Will have to see what else is out there next time I buy a truck. I was hoping to find frame recall info on this issue but I see there are a lot of upset ranger owners out there because there isn't one. My previous f150 was around for a lot longer than this one will be. Signed. Disappointed with my 2000 ranger xlt extended cab 3.0.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford ranger. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the rear leaf springs had failed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 124,000. Updated 07/01/14 ma the consumer also stated three brake lines failed, the tailgate failed and the rear bumper rusted out.
I have a 2000 ford ranger 4x4. The frame is rotting away towards the back end of the truck. In 2011, the rear bumper was falling off. I had to remove it before it completely came off. I was afraid it would fall off while I was driving. In 2008 I towed a car a couple of hundred miles on the highway. I shudder to think how weak that bumper was and what could have happened if the car I towed was a bit heavier. Around the same time I had to remove the spare tire from its holder under the truck bed - the spare tire and bracketry was slowly sagging to the ground. Again, it was removed before it completely fell off. Most recently both rear leaf springs and their brackets completely rusted away from the frame. The whole rear end of the frame needs to be replaced. This truck has become unsafe to drive - it only has 135,000 or so miles on it. The rest of the truck is in excellent condition - no rust on the body. The engine runs fine. Just the rear 1/4 or so of the frame is disintegrating.
I have a 2000 ranger and was told by a repair shop that is not safe to drive due to the rear shackles and leaf spring hangers being completely rotted off the frame. The whole rear frame is rotted also and barely holding the rear bumper on. I researched this problem and found that almost every ranger like mine has this problem, both older and newer years. This issue is so bad that auto parts stores are keeping these parts in stock. These trucks are not safe and should be recalled especially in states which do not have annual inspections like mine, michigan.
Rear right frame rail rotted off of truck bumper sagging. Rust incursion into leaf spring shackle affecting leaf spring mount.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford ranger. The contact stated that the upper and lower ball joints were deteriorated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the upper and lower ball joint on both sides needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Bought truck for my son for 3,500 a month later frame rusted thru. Stopped him from driving it death trap ett auto sales gave me 1000 dollars back burned me for 2500 . Springs were coming off .frame other side cracked. Sparetire rusting off.this vehicle should be crushed.
Two-thousand ford ranger with the frame rotted out on rails and cross member. This truck has only 51,000 miles and will no longer pass inspection. The engine, body and interior is perfect. These trucks should be under a mandatory recall just like toyota trucks.
While using on ramp at appx 40mph heard loud bang and truck shifted appx 5ft into next lane thk god lane was vacent. Recovered and came to stop on shoulder, noted rear spring shackle broke from frame, this truck came from pa. Now in az. Need to find donor to do frame swapp luckily should be able to find one in az. Or scrapp truck with only 58k box a actual miles on it.
The frame on the truck is cracked badly behind the cab on the passenger side. There is not excessive rust to justify the cracked frame. The truck was in a minor accident over a year ago and was repaired completely. There was a complete inspection of the whole truck at that time and there was no frame damage. The truck is making a rattling sound behind the cab and we need to make a repair to fix this before continuing to drive it. Wondering if there is a recall on the 2000 ford ranger like the toyota.
Was driving vehicle on highway and hit a hole in road and left side of vehicle sank down frame had hole in side.
Left rear spring shackle snapped from frame. Excessive frame rot in many areas. Vehicle most likely will not pass next state inspection.
This is the second time this truck has failed n h state inspection for frame problems,first time was for a rusted through cross member which I had to have welded,11/17/2009. Now I go back for another inspection on 11/30/2012 and was told I had to replace rear shackles which I say ok,the repair shop calls me and tells me the frame is rotted through and they can not put in the, frame has to be replaced from back to about 4 feet to the front and at another cost of 350$ the last cost was the same 350$.I take very good care of this truck and the body looks like new.the welding shop guy told me he had to do several of these repairs to even 2002 ford trucks,I can not see the reason for this,this is the first of any cars or trucks I have ever owned that had frame problems,can you help recoup some or all of my money on this,I am disabled and on a fixed income and can not afford to throw money out the window,thanks for your help. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
While driving I heard a clunking noise in the rear of the vehicle I looked to see the frame had rusted through in at least two places, the shock absorber upper mount had rusted off. The gas tank straps mounts were about to fail. I had replaced the gas tank feeder tube that had corroded off the year before. The truck body is still in very good condition but the frame appears to be gone. The truck has seen very light duty and has never been used off road. Since that time I have found many of the same occurrences on the internet.
Went for vehicle inspection and much frame rot noted from rear of cab to the rear bumper. Rear spring shackle mounts rotted off. Frame is now splitting at the front hanger points of the rear springs due to rot. I am the original owner who bought this truck new. Now it is junk at 60,000 miles.
While pulling into my driveway the rear bumper fell off. After getting under the vehicle I found the frame to be rusted from the furthest point back to the axle area.looking into it more I found the cross member to be rusted to the point that it is ready to fall off. The gas tank holding straps are rusted from the frame, not sure what's holding the gas tank in place. The spare tire holder is rusted and ready to come off. I removed the spare a placed it in the bed for now. The bed and its mounts are shot, the bed can be picked up a good two inches off the frame. Basically the truck is nothing but rust from the cab back. I was lucky when the bumper fell off 1/2 hour earlier I was traveling on a state highway at speeds of 60-65 MPH. I have looked at other rangers the same year and found some worse and some with no rust what so ever. Whats up? And is ford aware of the problem and are they going to do anything about it. Who would have gotten sued if my bumper had fallen and killed someone?
Rear frame rotted out. The truck was garage kept for at least 7 years until I moved. I always took excellent care of my vehicles always washing and waxing them. I never took them off roading or in any muddy conditions. The body is still in excellent condition as is the interior and everything else on the truck.
There is a lot of frame rust on my truck. Especially where the frame connects to the bed. I had to replace both the rear spring shackle brackets, both broke off because of rust. Twice there was a hole in the brake line, luckily I saw this when the car was parked and now while I was driving which could have been very dangerous. The rear bumpers paint has peeled off and the now is very rusty and it could fall off at anytime.
Both rear spring shackles rusted off of the frame. Both rear shock brackets rusted off of the frame. The frame is rusted to the point of holes have developed, the rear tire carrier is rusted away. The brake lines are rusted to the point that they break on a regular interval. The whole frame is really rusted bad. This is a 2000 ford ranger that I purchased new,has been well taken care of. This truck needs be recalled!
Frame rotting, holes in frame, rear spring shackles rusted off, spare tire falling off, rear bumper falling off - all due to rust. Will not pass inspection. Rest of truck in great condition.
The frame rotted out on the driver's side where the rear spring shackles mount to....there is a fist size hole right through the frame..after removing the box,the whole frame is full of heavy flaked pieces of rust....all the mounts/bolts are rusted along w/the spare tire crossmember...
Rear frame rusted and cracked on both sides and the spare tire holder is rusted and ready to fall off. The truck is unsafe to drive. This should not happen to an 11 year old truck. Just as toyota did, ford should stand behind their frames.
Frame rotting on 2000 ford ranger.
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