Other Fuel System Pump Problems of Ford Ranger

Extreme fuel dilution in the oil. Likely from leaking high pressure fuel pump. I have attached the results from oil analysis at 1860 miles. The test only indicates that fuel dilution is above 5%, which itself leads to severe oil degradation. When I changed the oil, I drained 7. 5 quarts out of an engine with a 6. 2 quart capacity. This would indicate a 21% fuel dilution, not including fuel that has evaporated from the crankcase and returned to the combustion chamber via the pcv system. If I abided by the manual's recommended oil change interval, I have little doubt the engine would eventually catch fire, based on the results of several tests comparing fuel dilution to an oil's flashpoint. After changing the oil, it smelled fine for the first 20 miles or so. After that, the oil began to feel of gasoline again. After going through Ford's service manuals, I have ascertained that the problem must lie in the high pressure fuel pump. It runs off the camshaft, where leaking fuel could then make it into the engine and mix with oil. There would be no warning or indication, besides rising oil levels accompanied by the smell of gasoline in the oil. It does not make me happy that my dealer is not taking this issue seriously, especially because a fuel leak of any kind always has the potential to lead to a fire or explosion in the hot engine bay. I paid over $40k for this truck, and should not have to change the oil every 500 miles to keep it from self destructing. Thank you for your help in the resolution of this issue. I don't feel safe driving my family in this vehicle, and Ford has repeatedly chosen not to address the issue. I first detected the issue on October 20th, but I have no doubt that it has been going on since the truck rolled off the assembly line. I purchased the vehicle on August 30th of this year.

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Inertial fuel pump shut off switch kept shutting down vehicle. . . It happened twice in traffic that I was lucky enough to have enough momentum to coast out of harms way. Last time it occurred was parked and wouldn't reset, so I eliminated it and wired direct without the switch. No problem since. No other vehicle has switch like this that I'm aware of. I eliminated it!!!.

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Engine stalled ostensibly for lack of fuel. First engine stall episode occurred while vehicle was turning leftward into driveway at about 2 mph and at approx 5 degree angle of inclination. Vehicle was towed from where it came to rest to repair shop where diagnosis was fuel pump failure resulting in replacement of the fuel pump (Ford oem part. ) vehicle performed reliably thereafter for a period of approx 39 months without stalling. Second episode occurred after vehicle shut off and resting on flat driveway surface overnight. The following morning engine cranked but would not fire or start. Again towed to different repair shop where diagnosis was again fuel pump failure however upon attempt to restart following pump replacement, engine would not fire or start. Troubleshooting revealed fuel inertia switch required reset after which engine started, system tested ok and vehicle performed seemingly properly for next 10 days. Most recent (3rd) stalling episode occurred at traffic control light in heavy traffic immediately upon acceleration from full stop on level surface and attempting to travel directly forward with no turn of the wheel. Following removal from roadway, engine could not be restarted until after fuel inertia switch was reset. Vehicle then ran under its own power additional 2 miles to home where it remains pending further troubleshooting and repair.

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The contact owns a 2005 Ford Ranger. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stopped in the middle of traffic without warning. The vehicle was coasted to the contact's residence and the contact replaced the fuel filter. The failure recurred and the contact replaced the fuel pump. The failure recurred a third time and the vehicle was taken to an unknown independent mechanic who diagnosed and replaced the inertia switch. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was not provided.

The inertia fuel cut-off switch randomly trips causing the truck to stop due to the fuel pump cutting off. It has happened several times, twice on an interstate where luckily traffic was moving slow due to an accident. It happened to my wife while traveling in a construction zone and she was nearly rear-ended by a tractor and trailer. So now she refuses to drive it any more. This problem is not unknown to Ford. I looked into replacing the switch and the original switch isn't available. The replacement is a newer version and comes with a "jumper wire" and a new kick panel cover, which is apparently for relocating the switch. Again this hasn't caused an accident yet, but there must be a problem that Ford knows about if the replacement is different and comes with a relocating kit. Every time it has happened the truck is in motion, I thought it was due to where the switch is located (on the passengers side foot area interior fire wall) but I tried to make it trip by kicking my feet around and it wouldn't trip the switch. The timing seems to be random, although every time it has tripped it felt hot to the touch.

Leaking gas from fuel pump fuel pump has big crack in plastic where fuel line comes out.

Ford Ranger 2005 4 cylinder fuel cutoff safety switch cuts off without warning, first time in 2012 while out of state, traveling on the interstate at 70 mph, tried to pull over, but not much of a road shoulder. I had it towed 11 miles to an unfamiliar garage that, replaced the switch for $360. In 2015 switch failed, towed to a local garage and repaired. I believe they reset the safety switch and charged $70 dollars. Researched the problem and discovered hundreds of complaints, found out the switch is probably defective and can be reset. I cannot start my vehicle more than three times without resetting the switch. The Ford dealer wanted to replace my fuel pump for $850. I doubt that is the proper fix. This situation is extremely aggravating and quite dangerous. I don't know why Ford is turning away from this problem other than the number of owners that have this problem. Someone is going to get hurt. I love my truck, I hate the inconvenience. There are other models experiencing this same problem. The cutoff can occur at any time, while in motion or standing still.

I would be driving and all of a sudden the whole vehicle would just shut down. This happened 3 or 4 times just going at 25 to 35 mph. At first, I thought it was a clogged fuel line since it would somehow reset itself after having it towed to my mechanic so I replaced the filter even though I could see nothing wrong. When it happened again on a backcountry road the mechanic said it was probably the fuel pump so I had the whole thing replaced. It happened one more time after that, I was pulling onto a major highway and had just gotten up to speed 55 mph and there was a tractor-trailer behind me when all of a sudden again everything shut down. Luckily I had enough moment built up I was able to coast to the side of the road before getting hit by the tractor-trailer. I finally looked online and found that someone had mentioned the same problem it may be the inertia switch. I called up a local dealership and had asked the parts person if the had a replacement and if he heard any problems about it. I was told it would have to be ordered because they were out of them, they had sold a few in the past months. When I explained the problem I was told OH yes we have heard about that happening but there was no recall. I explained how it could be a safety problem and was told that it must not be happening enough for it to be a recall. I recently found this site and have seen that I am not the only one who had this happen so at least I know I wasn't crazy.

Starting from home, the vehicle had no indication of trouble lights in the instrument panel. Then, driving about 2 miles and up the bridge, suddenly the vehicle slowly came to a stop within quick time and stalled on the uphill direction. A few attempts to restart, I was not successful. The police was called and came to push the Ranger down the bridge to the safety area and waiting two hours later for the tow-truck to tow to the Ford dealer. And, the diagnosis was that the fuel pump is out. This vehicle had histories of repair since the first year and thereafter .

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First time we were shopping, when we started the car it wouldn't start. We replaced the fuel pump? when it happen the next time we were driving when engine shut off,we were on a dirt road had no power steering,no power brakes only going 20 mph. The shop told us that it was the fuel shutoff valve in case of a crash. I purchased the Ranger 5/30/13 from a Ford dealer. Over the past year the engine has stopped 8 to 10 times. We on a went trip last weekend it happen two times on I 84 in idaho we were going 75 mph. I did get the truck off the freeway but wonder what if we were in boise or salt lake with all of the traffic what mite have happen. Has this happen to other Rangers ?????.

The truck stalled in traffic. Acted as if it was out of gas, but had half a tank of fuel. Called tow truck. Luckily the driver was able to show me the inertia switch, and how to reset it. Was charged 50 dollars for this, did not have to tow vehicle. Since then it has tripped many times when I have a passenger, it's placement is such that a passenger's feet will trip it very easily. It now also trips for no reason, no passenger, no bumping it etc. It has tripped while driving in the fast lane of freeway, no passenger in vehicle. This is very scary and dangerous. I had to pull to left side of freeway, with no power brakes, no power steering etc. Exit vehicle, go to passenger side open door and reset switch. Very dangerous. This "safety feature" can cause an accident, not to mention the multitude of reports I have read of people having vehicles towed and replacing fuel pumps when the issue was actually this switch. I was lucky to get a tow truck driver that was aware of the bad design, and it only cost me the 50 dollar minimum fee for him showing up. I called Ford, and they were no help at all. They denied even knowing that a problem exists with this part. I am very disappointed in Ford.

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While turning a corner the truck just shut off and died. Had to push it over two lanes and into a parking lot only to find out the fuel pump inertia switch was popped. Reset it and the truck started for a few minutes but when I went to drive off it died again. Rechecked the inertia switch and this time it was not popped. Pulled the connector off of the switch and jumped the connector and the truck ran fine all the way home. This is not the first time this switch has given me trouble. About six months ago it did the same thing but thought it was the fuel pump and replaced a $400. 00 fuel pump only to find out later that the fuel pump inertia switch had popped. This switch seems to pop in some odd and bad locations with no apparent reason. No bumps in the road, no hard braking, or hard acceleration etc. This time when I pulled the switch I found the connector slightly melted and realized that there was a loose connection in the switch itself. Had to order a switch kit which relocates it into the fuse panel kick plate of the truck. Ford should recall this as it is a good way to cause and accident if the truck was going high speed and all the sudden stalls and you loose all power steering and brakes etc. Could get someone killed. Thankfully I caught mine because I am a mechanic and know a lot about Fords.

The contact owns a 2005 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that he was at a stop light when the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the fuel pump needed o be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of failure. The failure mileage was 26,400.

The first incident I was dropping my granddaughter off at school went over a speed bump and the truck stalled out had it towed home and it started once off the tow truck. Thie second incident I was going through a parking lot and went over a speed bump and the truck stalled out, had to have it towed and they replaced the fuel pump. The next incident I was in rush hour traffic on a feeder road and it stalled was next to the service station where it was previously fixed and after apoliceman stopped traffic and had me pushed to the service station was told by a senior technician that this was a known issue on the Ranger and to push this button whenever it happened. I have been doing this a lot since this time and have had some very close calls due to the stalling, with the latest almost causing a major accident due to occurring a high speed after hitting a road bump. The inertia switch on Ford Ranger?s 2003 through 2006 are defective in three manners one the connectors burn due to a high current draw, the switch activates without warning, and due to no kickplate passengers can activate the switch. This switch is used to cut the fuel off during a roll over crash scenario. There are numerous complaints on the internet in regard to the fire and safety issues this defective part has caused. To date Ford has not issued a recall, or notified the consumer base of the potential hazards surrounding this issue, but has issued a redesigned switch that now comes with a cover and updated connector for purchase when replacing the old switch. Please investigate since people's lives are being impacted due to the multiple safety issues and also due to the cost associated with diagnosing this issue. My cost to date is in excess of $1300. 00, and I am in the process of replacing it myself due to my concerns.

Fuel pump failure 2004 Ford Ranger,2004 Ford,2006 Ford focus . I have a mechanic whom has replaced many bumps on Ford vehicles over the past few years. I can't say with certainty if there are safety issues but this company [Ford] has faulty parts in the pumps they install on there vehicles. How would someone explain various models with the same problem.

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I have a 2005 Ford Ranger 4 wheel drive which I purchased new. On a recent trip a trailer truck changed lanes on the PA turnpike within feet of my front end. In order to avoid an accident I hit the brakes very hard. The inertia switch stopped the fuel pump and some how I was able to coast across 2 lanes to the berm. I called the Ford dealer and they said that the guarantee was 3 year or 36,00 miles and at the time I had about 37,500 miles on the truck and was obviously over the three years. I had the switch repaired at a cost of over $200. 00. After the occurrence above the switch went off 5 times during normal driving. I have the bad switch in my possession if you are interested. This was a very serious situation which I think Ford should pay for. Loosing all power on a super highway is dangerous to say the least.