2006 Ford Ranger fuel system problems

Filed Jul 12, 2023 · Electrical, Fuel system · TX

Problem with fuel pump city switch keeps burning up and causing my truck to to die while I’m driving it. I have got it checked by a mechanic shop and the problem keeps happening. The fuel pump, the cut off switch and the connector and wires have all been replaced and it still continues to happen. This has been happening for years and is causing me to almost get in a car accident.

Filed Aug 19, 2020 · Brakes, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · ME

While driving the spare tire rack fell from the truck. Since the evap canister from the gas tank is attached to the spare tire rack it to was damaged with the canister being broken open while the rack scrapped on the road. After further inspection of the frame it was found that the gas tank support brackets had fallen completely off leaving only a thin strap supporting the gas tank. The frame also showed extensive corrosion on the front crossmember which supports the lower control arms. Brake line support tabs on the frame were also found to have completely separated from the frame at the weld. These are very dangerous situations and for highway safety and the trucks should be recalled. Thank you in advance for your attention in this matter.

Filed Oct 31, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · 69,000 miles · PA

Inertial fuel pump shut off switch kept shutting down vehicle... It happened twice in traffic that I was lucky enough to have enough momentum to coast out of harms way. Last time it occurred was parked and wouldn't reset, so I eliminated it and wired direct without the switch. No problem since. No other vehicle has switch like this that I'm aware of. I eliminated it!!!

Filed Dec 20, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 20,000 miles · MD

Fuel inertial cut-off switch activates randomly, usually once or twice a year. Result is sudden unexpected loss of engine power. Can happen while driving in town or on the freeway. Does not matter if the vehicle is moving fast or slow. The device can be reset by pushing a button but the device is not accessible from the drivers side while driving. Dangerous as the loss of power is total, immediate, and without warning. The is currently no recall for this item but I see from your website and other websites that this problem has happened to other people.

Filed Oct 25, 2015 · Fuel system · 146,000 miles · VA

The inertia fuel cut-off switch randomly trips causing the truck to stop due to the fuel pump cutting off. It has happened several times, twice on an interstate where luckily traffic was moving slow due to an accident. It happened to my wife while traveling in a construction zone and she was nearly rear-ended by a tractor and trailer. So now she refuses to drive it any more. This problem is not unknown to ford. I looked into replacing the switch and the original switch isn't available. The replacement is a newer version and comes with a "jumper wire" and a new kick panel cover, which is apparently for relocating the switch. Again this hasn't caused an accident yet, but there must be a problem that ford knows about if the replacement is different and comes with a relocating kit. Every time it has happened the truck is in motion, I thought it was due to where the switch is located (on the passengers side foot area interior fire wall) but I tried to make it trip by kicking my feet around and it wouldn't trip the switch. The timing seems to be random, although every time it has tripped it felt hot to the touch.

Filed May 25, 2015 · Fuel system · 114,500 miles · PA

Traveling on state rout 56 entered the off ramp to continue on state rt.366, after stopping and accelerating to 50 miles an hour the truck just stalled. Was able to coast to berm of road and waited to be towed, would not start.

Filed Feb 27, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 24,410 miles · WA

Ford vehicle lost power and stopped running with full tank of fuel. Would not restart, had towed to repair shop. Replaced fuel pump for $606.99. Drove about a mile and same thing happened again. Found that the fuel inertia shut off switch needed re-setting. Bought a fuel pump I didn't need. This has happened multiple times this year again. Ford dealer said I needed a fuel pump. (35,000 miles) again, no way. The replacement part (inertia switch) moves the switch from passenger floor area to side kick panel. The design change shows design flaw. Ford should replace for no cost. Very dangerous when engine dies.

Filed Oct 16, 2012 · Fuel system · 85,000 miles · TX

The first incident I was dropping my granddaughter off at school went over a speed bump and the truck stalled out had it towed home and it started once off the tow truck.thie second incident I was going through a parking lot and went over a speed bump and the truck stalled out, had to have it towed and they replaced the fuel pump. The next incident I was in rush hour traffic on a feeder road and it stalled was next to the service station where it was previously fixed and after apoliceman stopped traffic and had me pushed to the service station was told by a senior technician that this was a known issue on the ranger and to push this button whenever it happened. I have been doing this a lot since this time and have had some very close calls due to the stalling, with the latest almost causing a major accident due to occurring a high speed after hitting a road bump. The inertia switch on ford ranger?s 2003 through 2006 are defective in three manners one the connectors burn due to a high current draw, the switch activates without warning, and due to no kickplate passengers can activate the switch. This switch is used to cut the fuel off during a roll over crash scenario. There are numerous complaints on the internet in regard to the fire and safety issues this defective part has caused. To date ford has not issued a recall, or notified the consumer base of the potential hazards surrounding this issue, but has issued a redesigned switch that now comes with a cover and updated connector for purchase when replacing the old switch. Please investigate since people's lives are being impacted due to the multiple safety issues and also due to the cost associated with diagnosing this issue. My cost to date is in excess of $1300.00, and I am in the process of replacing it myself due to my concerns.

Filed Jul 6, 2011 · Fuel system · 43,000 miles · MA

Driving down nj gsp and 2006 ford ranger engine stopped cold in heavy traffic. Fuel cut off switch activated.

Filed Aug 2, 2010 · Fuel system · 45,000 miles · 00

Approximately eight months ago my vehicle stalled and would not restart. It was towed to a dealer and approximately $300 later I was told that the inertia switch had failed and had been replaced. Two days ago the same symptoms appeared and the vehicle was towed to the dealer again. I did some internet searching and found info and a youtube video that explained where to find the switch and how to reset it. Went to the dealer and attempted the reset in their parking lot before they completed any costly repairs. Vehicle started and has worked fine since. Possibility of stalling in traffic is a concern but I'll take my chances!! Noteworthy that a close friend who owns an older model mazda pickup recently had the exact same problem with the inertia switch replaced.