CarRecallWatchThe 1983 Ford Ranger has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (5 reports).
1983 Ford Ranger recalls
Most common 1983 Ford Ranger problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO DRIFT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *JB
TRANSMISSION WENT OUT DUE TO RUBBER SEALS NOT BEING RELIABLE. FAILURE CAUSED BY THE RUBBER SEAL USED TO HOLD FLUID IN THE TRANSMISSION--IT IS DRY AND CRACKS, ALLOWING FLUID TO LEAK. TRANSMISSION REPAIRED AT OWNER'S COST. *AK *ML
BOTH FIRES OCCURRED WITHIN THE AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR CORE UPPER HOUSING. BOTH APPEARED TO RESULT FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR ASSEMBLY IGNITING LEAVES WHICH HAVE BEN SUCKED INTO THE SYSTEM. *AK
THERE IS BAD PRIMER ON THE CARS ALL OVER. *AK
BRAKE ROTORS FAILED.
1983 Ford Ranger questions
Does the 1983 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1983 Ford Ranger: Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap; Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford Ranger?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (5), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Visibility (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford Ranger has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.