Ford Ranger owners have reported 2 problems related to axle hubs (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Ranger based on all problems reported for the Ranger.
Front wheel drive intermittent even when 4x4 light is on and 4x4 switch is engaged. Most notable when below outside temperatures are 30 degrees fahrenheit and below. Multiple Ford dealers have tried but cannot duplicate condition. This condition is increasing in frequency and has created some dangerous driving situations due to lack of traction when driver thought 4wd system was engaged.
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While driving 4-wheel drive would shift into 2-wheel drive. Dealer contacted, and had informed owner problem was due to how hubs were set on vacuum. Please add VIN.
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