| Issue ID | 81638 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 812690 |
| Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | RANGER |
| Model Year | 1991 |
| File date | 02/06/97 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Structure: driving at approximately 45mph and the bracket on frame that holds the shocks and springs in place rusted through and broke, vehicle is only held up by the springs. Spoke with dealer and was told to call manufacturer, but they won't do anything because they say it is out of warranty. *ak |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | ORTONVILLE, MI |
| VIN pattern | 1FTCR14U5MPXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
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| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | 45 |
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