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2004 Ford Ranger Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2004 Ford Ranger has 3 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2004 Ford Ranger

Airbags
186
Structure
36
Suspension
28
Powertrain
24
Brakes
21
Engine
21
Tires
16
Speed Control
15
Fuel System
13
Electrical
12
Other
10
Visibility
6
Seats
6
Steering
3
Seat Belts
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
May 15, 2016STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELSEXCESSIVE RUST ON FRAME, SPINDLES, RACK AND PINION, DIFFERENTIAL AND WHEEL RIMS. VEHICLE HAS 48K ON ...
Sep 14, 2010STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRECENTLY I ENCOUNTERED A PROBLEM WITH MY 2004 FORD RANGER. THE HARMONIC BALANCE PULLEY CAME APART. T...
Aug 10, 2005STEERING,VISIBILITY/WIPERTHE PROLBEM WITH THIS TRUCK SEATING AT THE LIGHT THE SEAT SEEMS LITTLE BE HIGH CAN NOT SEE THE STREE...

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