1992 Ford Ranger Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 9%of 189 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the brakes of the 1992 Ford Ranger, 9% of the 189 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Read brake drums have warped 3 or 4 times each side, makes brake pedal pulsate. Turned by dealer once and possibly replaced once, constant problem. Have smelled melting wire insulation several times. Outside mirrors fold back over 55 MPH. Replaced once, still problem. Gas tank drips gas, plastic tank in contact with metal crossbar. Appears to be original installation problem. Need warranty fix on this.”
NHTSA complaint #704102, filed 1999-03“While driving right front of vehicle went down. Then, brake light came on, and there were no brakes. Pulled up to a light to check, and noticed brake fluid running out,. Truck was sitting low because the shocks had dropped down on the brake line.”
NHTSA complaint #861165, filed 2000-05“Abs computer failed again after Ford dealer replaced original. Upper shock/spring mount completely rusted away causing loss of steering and suspension. Local dealer refused to review for possible manufaturers defects.”
NHTSA complaint #745550, filed 2001-05“Transmission manual failed output shaft at 20 MPH replaced internal gears gave out at 65 MPH.//ABS brakes became spongy & lock in rear pull to right in front .//headlights began blinking off &on after 15 minutes of driving.//transfer case split while in 2 wheel drive at 35 MPH.//front suspension giving out can't align front end ,eratic steering & worn tires.//rear springs slipped out on left side axle slid forward to body.//heater began rattliing ,more as you turn fan up.”
NHTSA complaint #719264, filed 2000-02“Right front sagged.pulled over saw fluid leaking look in fender well saw spring hanger rusted out and spring push up into inner fender and brake line broke”
NHTSA complaint #723325, filed 2000-05Related recalls
- 96V024001Feb 5, 1996The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an…Covers: Ford Ranger 1991–1994, Explorer 1991–1994
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 22% |
| 2025 | 7 | 16% |
| 2024 | 7 | 7% |
| 2023 | 3 | 17% |
| 2022 | 3 | 8% |
| 2021 | 15 | 13% |
| 2020 | 9 | 7% |
| 2019 | 20 | 7% |
| 2011 | 8 | 3% |
| 2010 | 4 | 3% |
| 2009 | 6 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 | 10 | 3% |
| 2004 | 23 | 6% |
| 2003 | 35 | 14% |
| 2002 | 23 | 7% |
| 2001 | 55 | 11% |
| 2000 | 78 | 12% |
| 1999 | 88 | 12% |
| 1998 | 60 | 10% |
| 1997 | 44 | 11% |
| 1996 | 69 | 17% |
| 1995 | 60 | 19% |
| 1994 | 116 | 26% |
| 1993 | 60 | 26% |
| 1992 | 17 | 9% |
| 1991 | 12 | 9% |
| 1990 | 6 | 6% |
| 1989 | 7 | 10% |
| 1988 | 9 | 10% |
| 1987 | 1 | 2% |
| 1986 | 3 | 9% |
| 1984 | 2 | 17% |
| 1983 | 1 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1992 Ford Ranger
41 complaintsSuspension
32 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
22 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsTires
15 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Ford Ranger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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