Three problems related to speed control cable have been reported for the 2000 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford Ranger based on all problems reported for the 2000 Ranger.
Consumer states that vehicle has a cable from accelerator pedal. Consumer states the bracket the cable is attached to broke and now when driving vehicle's acceleration is retarded. Nlm consumer also states that the two bolts that holds the bracket in place faded, causing bad throttle response. Ph 09-Dec-2002.
While driving 60mph cable that goes to accelerator disengages, causing loss of all power control features.
While driving at any speed and upon attempting to brake vehicle would accelerate. Once going up a mountain vehicle accelerated when trying to slowdown. Consumer felt this was very dangerous. Dealer aware fo the problem and says there is nothing he can do.