Two problems related to wheel rim have been reported for the 1998 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
: 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. This problem only existed on the left rear wheel rim. Although the vehicle was not exposed to harsh weather or other elements, the rusting rim allows air to escape from the attached tire.
Rim ruptured and deflated, consumer felt if he was going any faster may have lost control of vehicle. Tire was damaged due to the bead coming through the crack in the rim, consumer is concerned about the other 3 rims on vehicle.
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