Frame And Members problems of the 2002 Ford Ranger

2002 Ford Ranger. Consumer writes in regards to frame on Ranger vehicle.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while having the vehicle serviced, he noticed that the frame was corroded and rusted. The contact called the dealer who stated that they would not repair it. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was 92,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Ranger. While driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, there was a loud noise coming from the exterior of the vehicle. Suddenly, the spare tire well detached from its frame and onto the road. A replacement spare tire well was installed at a local repair shop. The vehicle was later taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the frame exhibited severe rust and corrosion. Thus causing defects in the fuel tank strap and transmission cross beam. The brake line and shackles were also damaged. The vehicle was not repaired when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was unknown.

My son was traveling on a 4 lane state hwy at about 65 mph in the outside lane when the driver's side back tire flew off. He said all he remembers was that the trucks rear dropped on that side, spinning the truck to face the opposite direction, and causing it to rollover numerous times until it landed in the ditch on the opposite side of the hwy. Not to mention it had to go up and embankment to get there. He could have been killed or seriously injured. Dps , wrecker driver, my husband and my son could not find the tire, which still has the brake drum on it. Upon inspection it was noted that left rear axle broke behind the flange where the lug nuts go. I am told this must be a defect because you rarely hear this happening. Dps and wrecker driver stated that vehicle had good tires and looked as though it had been well taken care of. It is a 2002 Ford Ranger edge.

Consumer states when driving 60mph the vehicle shakes violently, and the wheels leaves the pavement. Please provide any additional information. Ts.

We, in good faith, purchased a new 2002 Ford Ranger, edge edition from your robstown texas dealership on 7/12/2002. No safety defect listed.