We have classified the 1 complaints from 2001 Ford Ranger about EXTERIOR LIGHTING into the following categories.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford ranger. the contact stated that the tail, hazard, and brake lights, as well as the turn signals were malfunctioning. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where they were unable to diagnose the failure, but stated that it could be related to a defective switch. all of the light bulbs were replaced as a temporary solution. the failure continued. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance because the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the failure mileage was 165,000 and current mileage was 180,000.
My 2001 ford ranger rear safety lights (tail lights, brake lights, and turn signals) will only work when my tilt steering wheel is in the full up right position. i can drive the vehicle in this condition even though it is a little uncomfortable. my wife must place the tilt wheel in a lower position to drive. since there are no rear safety lights when the steering wheel is in this position she cannot drive the vehicle safely. *kb
Consumer was informed by a neighbor that vehicle had no brake lights. consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both brake light and tail light would not come on. mechanic replaced a fuse. *ak
Consumer states there is a problem with the rear stop light socket and installing a bulb. dealer/manufacturer was not notified at this time. nlm consumer states that the socket is junky, he had to bend the contacts for it to work. *jg