Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System Problems of Ford Ranger

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the frame of her vehicle was rotted. She noticed a news source stating that this was a dangerous issue. The vehicle was taken to a body shop other than the dealer for repair. The failure mileage was 113,319. Updated 05/27/09. The consumer also had a problem with the power steering. Updated 05/28/09.

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The contact was traveling at 45 mph when the vehicle hit a patch of ice on the road. He lost control of the vehicle and hit a ditch. The vehicle then rolled and hit an embankment. The vehicle t busted in to flames. The occupants were able to get out of the vehicle before it exploded. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. Injuries were sustained. The vehicle has not been inspected at this time to determine what caused the vehicle to explode. The vehicle was totaled.

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While driving at 40 mph vehicle crashed into a pole head on. Upon impact, driver's head hit the windshield. This resulted in a concussion. Driver had been in and out of the hospital for severe headaches. Manufacturer was providing no assistance. Vehicle is currently parked in consumer's driveway.

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While driving 65 mph consumer lost control of the vehicle, turning 180 degrees.

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Vehicle lost power steering while driving 25 or more mph. Vehicle was to the dealer on several occasions, and had the power steering pum/ rack and pinion, and gear box replaced. However, problem recurred.

Intermittent failure of power steering when turning. Has happened consistently since purchase of t he vehicle in may 2003. Taken to dealer for service twice and each time the dealer has been unable to confirm the defect so no repair has been made to date. The truck is currently at the dealer to drive until defect is noted.

While driving 55 mph vehicle lost control and rolled over. As a result, the roof crushed in and broke the driver's neck. Vehicle was considered a total loss.

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P0wer steering mechanism is malfunctioning, causing steering problems. Considered a road hazard.

While driving at 50 mph steering failed as the truck entered a curve. After forcefully trying to steer to the right, the steering became free. However, this was accomplished too late to avoid a collision with another vehicle. This resulted in extensive damage to the truck from the collision.

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Brother was driving at approximately 30 mph when he lost power steering. - the steering wheel would just turn around and around, causing him to hit a bank of dirt on the side of the road.

Power steering failed.

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Power steering box leaks.

Consumer says when making left and right turns the power steering sticks and makes it hard to retract the wheel. Continued problems with suspension, unusual noises and bumpy ride. . Et.

Vehicle advertised with power steering however never had power steering.