1998 Ford Ranger EV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Ranger EV years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Ford Ranger EV. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Ranger EV model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 108,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Ford Ranger EV problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 33% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Ford Ranger EV recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Vehicle description: electric light duty pickup trucks. If the transaxle attaching bolts begin to loosen, the driver could notice a jerking motion and/or a clunking sound. If not serviced promptly, all nine bolts could ultimately fall out or fracture and the transaxle could drop. If the transaxle drops, the vehicle may no longer be in the gear indicated.
Risk: If this occurs, the shift lever could be put into "park" and the vehicle would still be free to roll as if in "neutral," increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the mounting bolts with longer bolts that include a thread lock material. When installed, the new bolts will be tightened to a higher torque. Owner notification began may 8, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty electric pickup trucks equipped with the optional traction battery heater system. This battery heater could have a loose crimp connection where the power wires are attached to one of the heater elements.
Risk: The loose connection could arc igniting surrounding materials.
Fix: Dealers will disable the battery pack heaters.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 ford ranger ev. On october 23, 2007, the contact received a recall notice for the vehicle speed cruise control. She called the dealer and was informed that the parts would be unavailable until january of 2008. She has not notified the manufacturer. There had been no…
I purchased a vehicle with an express 45 day guarantee. Within the 45 days i was having major problems with my vehicle. It was not shifting right, it was overheating, leaking oil and radiator fluid. Since the problems were found the vehicle has been brought back into the company for repairs over…
Consumer can remove the key and still turn the ignition switch. Consumer was told the part that was defective was not covered under warranty.*ak
The belts cut through the left front tire from the inside. From the outside, the tires have three cuts in them so deep the belts can be seen. I replaced the tires because of the firestone recall scare. I still have the defective tires though.the tire dealer told me that it looked like the belt had…
I asked the mechanic who diagnosed the problem and fixed it what the possible cause could be, and the answer given was "normal wear and tear." this does not seem reasonable since this truck has been carefully maintained by this dealership since new, and has no severe use, or unusual operating…
Other Ford Ranger EV years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Ranger EV | 12 | 0 |
| 2000 Ranger EV | 6 | 1 |
| 1999 Ranger EV | 4 | 1 |
| 1998 | 6 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford Ranger EV?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, equipment problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Ford Ranger EV?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 Ford Ranger EV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ranger EV model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.