1992 Ford Ranger Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems

“Truck was warming up with me in it around january. I went to open the door from the inside, their was no response and was stuck in truck. Eventually, I was able to get out of the rear sliding window. I was and am never able to use my passenger door again, from the inside or outside.”

“There is a defect in the side mirrors of the '92 Ranger. They lose their ability to maintain position after approximately 2 years of use. I've gone through two sets of mirrors (both sides). My side mirrors collapse when I drive over 45 MPH resulting in a very dangerous situation-I have no rear visibility to the sides. I have difficulty changing lanes. I've spoken to the local Ford service department and was told that this is a common problem and my best option would be to buy aftermarket mirrors (not Ford/motorcraft), unfortunately I have not been able to find compatible aftermarket mirrors. …”

“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.”

“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.”

“Windshield leaks & frame rusting. Suspension bowed main structor arms. Engine passing oil from day one of ownership. Interior door plastic frame cracking. Dimmer and turn signal switch shorts.”