1992 Ford Ranger service brakes, hydraulic problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1992 Ford Ranger — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Abs computer failed again after ford dealer replaced original. Upper shock/spring mount completely rusted away causing loss of steering and suspension. Local dealer refused to review for possible manufaturers defects. *ak”
filed May 21, 2001
“Right front sagged.pulled over saw fluid leaking look in fender well saw spring hanger rusted out and spring push up into inner fender and brake line broke”
filed Jun 23, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Ranger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ranger | 2 | 6% |
| 2022 Ranger | 1 | 3% |
| 2021 Ranger | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 Ranger | 3 | 2% |
| 2008 Ranger | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 Ranger | 1 | 0% |
| 2006 Ranger | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 Ranger | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 Ranger | 19 | 5% |
| 2003 Ranger | 29 | 12% |
| 2002 Ranger | 20 | 6% |
| 2001 Ranger | 49 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1992 Ford Ranger
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.