Table 1 shows seven common suspension related problems of the 1997 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension (five problems).
Frame is nearly gone / rusted , rearend / axle fell out in middle of road. Read details...
1997 Ford Ranger driver side rear spring hanger rusted away & broke causing weight of vehicle to be carried by truck bed floor Read details...
Rear leaf spring hangers/shackles rusted off as well as the front ones on the rear leaf springs. Spare tire carrier fell down dragging the spare tire across the road. One crossmember holding up the front of the gas tank is ready to go. Both gas tank straps rotted off. Read details...