Table 1 shows one common wheel related problems of the 2004 Ford Ranger.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems |
Excessive rust on frame, spindles, rack and pinion, differential and wheel rims. Vehicle has 48k on odometer. Cause:(unknown).
Bolts sheared off except two next to each other drove slowly to dealer bill prerrie Ford they fixed and charged for a design flaw alleging over torquing of lugs which should strip threads only and was done correct by goodyear with torque wrenches. A off road truck should be over designed. The wheel could have come off. Ford did not refund repair cost. I have never seen a bolt break when over tightened the threads strip. Wheel noise vibration signaled defect no road hazards eg. Potholes were hit.