Investigation EA85008: 1980–1984 Ranger Ranger

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Feb 14, 1985

Closed

Apr 27, 1987

Model years

1980–1984

Subject

Rear suspension overload

Component: Suspension

Summary

Summary:ranger has documented(!) to the agency that they build their micro-mini motorhomes to the gvwr of the mini truck, but do not exceed the gvwr.this means that the unladen weight of the vehicle without fluids, equipment, and passengers is at the maximum weight.analysis:the ranger vehicle is overloaded.status:on april 27, 1987 the defects review panel met and agreed to open a formal investigation into alleged micro-mini motorhome rear suspension overload.this engineering analysis was closed and upgraded to case c87-001-005.======

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.