CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Ford Ranger has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 576 complaints with NHTSA, including 66 crashes, 29 fires, 40 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (146 reports).
1998 Ford Ranger recalls
Most common 1998 Ford Ranger problems
Problem areas named in the 576 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 146 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 75 |
| Power Train | 68 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 63 |
| Suspension | 57 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 54 |
| Structure | 45 |
| Air Bags | 34 |
| Electrical System | 33 |
| Steering | 20 |
What owners report
I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW, I HAVE HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BUT NOW MY FRAME IS IN BAD, BAD, BAD RUSTING CONDITION AND MY MECHANIC SAID IT WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION. THIS TRUCK ONLY HAS 82,000 MILES ON IT!!! TOYOTA STOOD BEHIND THEIR FRAMES WHY ISN'T FORD?
THE REAR OF THE FRAME RUSTED CAUSING THE BUMPER TO HANG OFF. IT WILL FALL OFF IF NOT ADDRESSED
REAR FRAME EXCESSIVE RUSTING. SPARE TIRE CARRIER FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. ONE SIDE OF BUMPER FELL OFF. NOTICED WHEN I STEPPED ON IT
FRAME IS ROTTED OUT
4WD STOPPED WORKING SOME TIME AGO, SERVO/ACTUATOR SEEMED TO BE FREE, RECENTLY STARTED MAKING GRINDING NOISES IN THE FRONT RIGHT, SOUNDS LIKE HUB IS SOMEWHERE BETWEEN LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. SORT OF POPS OUT WHEN COMING TO A STOP HVAC DOES NOT WORK, FAN SPEED ONLY INTERIOR COURTESY STOPPED WORKING
1998 Ford Ranger questions
Does the 1998 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1998 Ford Ranger: Vehicle Speed Control; Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Vehicle Speed Control; Equipment:Other:Labels; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford Ranger?
Based on 576 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (146), Vehicle Speed Control (75), Power Train (68).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 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.