Two problems related to other fuel system tank mounting have been reported for the 2002 Ford Ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford Ranger based on all problems reported for the 2002 Ranger.
Rear leaf shackles replaced, rotted from frame, last Aug 2014 to pass inspection. This winter 2014-2015, the spare tire carrier frame rotted and fell from the vehicle, including the spare tire. Now, upon inspection of the bed appearing crooked, the drivers side frame in front of the drivers side front leaf spring mount is totally rotted. This has caused the gas tank mounts to the frame to break. It has also caused the bed to twist and the entire rear end of this vehicle is now only supported by the passenger side frame.
While looking under my truck I noticed that the gas tank was hanging down on one end (rear) almost the the ground, upon further inspection I found that one of the two straps that hold the tank up to the underside of the truck had broken loose, the part that attaches the strap to the truck frame had rusted away, I feel this is a very dangerous condition and could have been catastrophic.
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