Wheel Related Problems of the 1998 Ford Ranger

Table 1 shows three common wheel related problems of the 1998 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the wheel (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the wheel rim (two problems).

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Ford Ranger

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel problems
2
Wheel Rim problems
2
Wheel problems
2

Recently reported Wheel problems of the 1998 Ford Ranger

The Wheel problem

The spindle on the right front wheel of the vehicle split in half causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle. My son lost control and damaged the right front bumper and fender. But for the grace of god he could have been killed or seriously injured. He had just left the freeway.   Read details...

The Wheel Rim problem

: the contact stated the original left rear wheel is cracked and rusting along the inner portion by the valve stem of the rim. The vehicle was seen by an independent repair shop. The repair shop personnel determined the rim fractured due to rusting of the steel material of the wheel.   Read details...

The Wheel problem

While driving 60 mph front left wheel bearing superheated and ignited lubrication of grease which caused a fire. And wheel off which almost caused a serious crash. Ford was not willing to assist consumer, even under warranty. Please provide further information.   Read details...


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