- Ford is recalling 2,934 2010 Ranger pickup trucks to fix a defective parking brake.
- The problem only affects vehicles with manual transmission.
- Recall is expected to begin in late May.
WASHINGTON — Ford is recalling 2,934 2010 Ranger pickup trucks because of a parking brake problem that could lead to unintended movement, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The problem only affects vehicles with manual transmission.
"It is possible for the parking brake cable to become disconnected from the right rear actuator during cold weather," said the NHTSA in its recalls summary of the problem. "This may occur when the parking brake is released if wet parking brake shoes have frozen in the applied position.
"If the right rear parking brake cable becomes disconnected, the pedal will have extended travel and may not fully apply the parking brake. A manual-transmission vehicle parked in Neutral without a fully applied parking brake may have unintended movement which may cause a crash."
Ford said it has had no reports of accidents or injuries linked to the defect.
Ford dealers will do a complimentary installation of a revised right rear parking brake actuator to prevent cable disconnection. The recall is expected to begin in late May. Owners may contact Ford at (866) 436-7332.
Inside Line says: If you own the aforementioned Ford Ranger, have it checked out ASAP with your dealer. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent
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wjtinatl says:
06:52 PM, 05/26/2010
A neighbor of mine runs a business and has a large fleet of small pick-up's. He states the Ranger "drives like crap, but is reliable as an anvil". He says the GM trucks don't drive much better, and are much less dependable and rugged. He has a few Toyota's and says they hold up well, but cost about 2 grand more than the Ford at purchase. Similar to the Crown Vic, it's hard to screw up a product you've been building for 20 years!
offroadbob1 says:
07:30 PM, 05/25/2010
I have long thought the Ranger to be an excellent small truck, and, judging by some of the comments, unbreakable. However, compared to the Australian market Ford Ranger, the US version could stand some updating. Those blokes in Oz get a great looking ute that is built to stand up to Australia's punishing roads. And it can ordered in a proper crew cab model with diesel power and a killer stereo. I am sure that Ford could retool the Kansas City factory to make those Aussie trucks at home. Surely the blue oval could make money on that. What do you think?
01rangerdriver says:
06:37 PM, 05/25/2010
As much as I'd love to see a redesigned Ranger, it has to be one of the most durable Ford products. I have a 2001 with the 4.0L and it just keeps on going! I don't abuse the truck by any means (I probably baby it too much) but if I needed to kick it around a little, I sure wouldn't hesitate!
ducman43 says:
02:59 PM, 05/25/2010
i agree windsor, i have seen and drivin a few 2.3 rangers with the manual. they are ragged out but crank up every time. plus, i might be wrong but i think it is the most fuel efficient truck for sale.
windsor5 says:
02:19 PM, 05/25/2010
While i do agree that the ranger needs a drastic overhaul it definetly does not embody fixed or repaired daily. those things are bloody durable and can take a real lickin.
I have seen rangers with corncobs stuck in the radiators and still runnin around.
lions208487 says:
11:39 AM, 05/25/2010
Ford needs to reinvent the Ranger like Toyota did with the Tacoma. The Ranger is one of the last vehicles in Fords lineup that still embodies the Fix Or Repair Daily label. The Ranger needs an overhaul.