Driveshaft Problems of Ford Ranger - part 1

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal squeaking and humming sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was due to the carrier bearings and there was no grease or scratches. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

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2019 Ford Ranger with less than 600 miles on the odometer. The drive shaft fell out. While driving on the freeway about 60 mph I started noticing a strong vibration. When exiting the highway the vibration became a violent shake and banging noise.

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Driveshaft thump clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop.

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The contact owns a 2000 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle jerked violently and emitted a loud clunking noise. The contact also stated that the boots that were attached to the drive shaft failed and the drive shaft detached. The vehicle was towed to the contact’s home and was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 114,000.

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1998 Ford Ranger, drive shaft broke on vehicle. After the drive shaft broke, it went through the gas tank can caused the vehicle to catch on fire. Ohio traffic crash report #10-0294-89 updated 05/03/10 updated 05/24/10 the rear axle pinion froze, the drive shaft twisted and broke in two. Updated 05/28/10.

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Noise at times. Felt like it was slipping.

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While driving at approximately 40 mph on a country road the vehicle began to vibrate. The driver pulled over, got underneath the vehicle, and pushed on the universal joint which was tight. The circular sound damper broke off. The driveshaft caused the vehicle to shake. The owner later contacted the manufacturer, and was told that there was nothing they could do. This problem caused rattling and the vehicle would become hard to control on the highway. The consumers warranty had expired and there was nothing that Ford would do to help with the problem.

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While braking any speed consumer heard a clunking noise. Dealership informed the consumer of the drivetrain failure. The problem was not resolved.

2002 Ford Ranger stalled. The drive shaft jerked and slammed when accelerating in drive or reverse. The drive shaft assembly was replaced but that did not solve the problem.

Driveline "thump/clunk", 5 speed manual, 4x4 4. 0l v6. 2004 Ranger supercab. Loud clunk from driveline while depressing clutch to shift gears. Also clunks while releasing clutch after gear select. Dealer defined as "typical" expected driveline noise. Refused to correct or apply a fix, claimed no technical service bulletin existed for the 2004 model year. I will follow up with another dealer.

While driving a loud knocking noise was heard from the rear. Consumer applied the brakes and vehicle jerked uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. Then, took it to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that rear driveshaft needed to be replaced. A recall was not issued on this vehicle.

I have a 01 Ranger 4x4 with 4. 0l engine and 4. 10 rear end. I continue to have an intermitant shudder problem from 1-2 and then again from 3-4 (around 2500 rpms) and 4-5 (around 2100 rpms). I have had the transmission serviced several times and had the following repairs performed: 1. Replaced driveshaft 2. Overhaul valve body 3. Pcm reprogrammed 4. Replaced valve body 5. Replaced valve body again 6. Overhauled transmission replace overdrive drum due to an uneven surface so far, I have had over $2,500 in repairs (all under warranty luckily). However, the shudder is still there, although it is not as harsh as it once was. A new problem has begun in the last few weeks, now when you put it in gear, it takes several seconds before it engages. In fact, you can sit there with your foot on the gas and it won't go. Once the truck is warmed up, this is not a problem. The shudder that is felt is erratic, but can be made to shudder if driven at the correct speeds.

When leaving a stop sign or traffic light the vehicle hesitated and made a loud sound before the vehicle moved. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that an updated driveshaft was needed.

While driving 35 mph the rear end of the vehicle fish-tailed and caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle crashed into a ditch and flipped on it's left side. The driver received minor scrapes and bruises. An independent mechanic determined the drive shaft on the rear end was the cause of the crash. Please provide any further details.

Drive line binding, has been in for repairs three times. First time they where unable to fix it. 2nd time the drive line was replaced. 3rd time spindle was greased, still have the same problem.

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Vehicle's drive shaft broke resulting in lost of control.

This is the same complaint as I found on your site under ref: 718274, filed Feb 3, 2002. Transmission issues include clunking into gear, hesitation. I just purchased this used, had brakes, belts (4x in repair!!) and rear drive shaft replaced. Dealer refuses to listen to issue. Filed complaint with Ford to no avail. Asked for $ back, refused. Still in dispute, vehicle not fixed.

2000 Ford Ranger when taking off from a stop truck sutters. Dealership has put two driveshafts in truck. Fixed problem for a month or two and then problem comes back. Also when idling across parking lot truck well slam into next higher gear.

Noise and grinding coming from drive shaft and/or transmission. . . This occurs when coming to a stop. Also, electrical problems, like the door ajar light stays on and also the cab light stays on. . I also had the brakes replaced and it still rumbles when using the brakes. . Causes the vehicle to veer to a certain side.

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Vehicle jerks before accelerating from a stop at a good speed. Once the vehicle is in motion it's back to normal. Service technician stated driveshaft is a 38 and is too small for vehicle. Overtime frontend will develop problems that can total the vehicle. Please provide more information.

When coming to a stop vehicle will jerk. Took vehicle to mechanic, and they could not duplicate problem. There is a service bulletin on a rear driveshaft.

The truck started stalling when on the freeway trying to pass a trailer. An accident did not happen but it was a very close call.

Driveshaft. Driveshaft has been replaced twice, and the fuel resevoir has been moved. Drive shafts have been lubricated 6 times. Issue is that the drive shaft slips and jerks causing the vehicle to jump during light acceleration from a stop, and or when the vehicle comes to a stop with light braking. Lubrication of drive shaft works for periods of 6000-8000 miles before has to be reapplied.

I'm driving a lemon that I purchased from crain Ford in benton ar. After 20 months of hassles from crain and Ford motor, I am still driving a faulty vehicle that the maker can't diagnose, yet I'm told that it is safe to drive the vehicle. Ford closed my case and neither party has been helpful at all.

Driveshaft sheared off at highway speeds, causing loss of control. Rear end locked up. There are alot of Ford Rangers out there and this could happen to someone else. Our dealer said they had never heard or seen this type of problem before. We thought this problem needed to be reported.

Slight jerking coming from drive train when lightly accelerating and braking. Dealer replaced driveshaft in Aug. 2002, problem went away temporarily, came back and returned to dealer. Was told there is no repair available. Called Ford motor to complain and got no satisfaction.

In this vehicle driveshaft does not fit on the transmission far enough which causes it to fibrate out of balance and knocks the oil seal out of the transmission. Is this a common problem with Ford?.

Transmission is experiencing a clunking noise whenever accelerator pedal is applied from a stop position. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was out of its warranty, and not covered under a recall. The driveshaft has been redesigned and dealer stated consumer should have his replaced with the new design, recall 99v204.

Purchased truck used with 18,000 miles. I immediately started feeling a bumping from the drivetrain upon acceleration. Dealer replaced driveshaft under warranty. By the time the truck reached 40,000 miles I started to feel it again. I have been driving it that way since and it now has 55,000 miles on it. The dealers will not fix it again as it is out of warranty and it is a costly repair. I have talked with others that have the same problem and can not understand why there is no recall for this problem. Mr.

I don't understand how after 4 years of owning the vehicle with only 45,000 miles on it that the carrier bearing was shot. I was also told that by the mechanic, who was also told that by the dealership when he called to replace the part. If it is a manufacturer defect I would really appreciate knowing. . Thank you.

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On take off and stopping there is a jurking in the vechicle upon taking it to a Ford dealer near me ( jeffers Ford in new lexington ohio) first time it was in they told me they fixed it . On the second time the head maintance man told me he called Ford and they was aware of a problem with the drive shafts being bad (to long ) is what I think he said from 1997-2000 Ford Rangers . So then he wanted to charge me to install a new one at my cost. At which he did say my warrenty was over miles so it was expired but it wasnt at the first time I had it in to them which they said they fixed. I just hope not to many more people have this experance and have to pay for it out of there pockets . . Isnt this something that needs to be recalled they are aware of the problem?OH I did ask the maintance if it was safe to drive he responded they (Ford motor CO. ) didnt say. That made me feel real good and safe out on the road . . Thank you . Edwin w halsey.

While in any gear, when you accelerate drive shaft klunks,as if it wants to catch up to speed of engine. Same with deaccelerate. Very unconfortable driving-shifting. Thanks mark.

Vehicle experienced a thump in the driveshaft, the dealer fixed the problem according with pdf 99-13-4 and the vehicle was under warranty, the problem has since started again and the dealer will not repair the problem because the vehicle is no longer under warranty.

Rear driveshaft exhibits a clunking noise/feeling upon acceleration from stop. Begins at around 10,000 miles on new vehicle.

This failure happened immediately after I purchased the vehicle. I took it back immediately and it was checked by Ford, and koons mechanics. They stated everything was good. All koons did for me was replaced 4 tires that were worn on different parts of all tires. I have continued notifing koons about the same proble since the day I bought the vehicle, and they have not done anything. I finally found out from a back yard mechanic that the proble was the drive shaft. I told koons' mechanics that ,and I ordered thru an extended plan the shaft two months ago 2/10/00 . I have not heard from koons yet. I feel that the jumping and swaying will cost me to have a serious accident. Thank you.