Two problems related to brakes failed have been reported for the 1998 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Ford Ranger. While driving at approximately 30 mph, the brakes failed while depressing the pedal multiple times. The vehicle finally came to a stop. The failure recurred and the vehicle crashed into another vehicle. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 214,299.
Front brakes fail because they lock up upon stopping, and vehicle has only rear brakes to stop with.