Table 1 shows ten common steering related problems of the 1998 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the steering knuckle spindle (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (two problems).
Left wheel broke off and there was a noise due to a spindle breaking,which could have caused loss of vehicle control. Currently the noise has returned. Please provide further information. Read details...
Rack and pinion has failed at only 38,000 miles and within 2 years without warning. Cause unknown. Read details...
1998 Ford Ranger. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle steering wheel issues. The consumer stated the steering wheel melted. Also, the head lamp switch and connector was replaced. Read details...