1987 Ford Ranger Recalls

What To Do If Your Ranger Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 1987 Ranger take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1987 Ranger Recalls

• SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR Recall for 1987 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced APRIL 08 1998
  • NHTSA Reference #98E010000
  • Number Affected 23,500

  Summary: Equipment description: Aftermarket brake rotors for use on certain Ford and Mazda trucks. Cracked castings caused cracks to appear on the outer diameter of the rotor hat or around the stud hole.

  Consequence: Loss of braking can result.

  Fix: Aimco will reimburse consumers/installers for the cost of replacement rotors and installation. Consumers are requested to return to the location where the rotors were originally purchased/installed for replacement.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #98E010000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1987 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 04 1987
  • NHTSA Reference #87V139000
  • Number Affected 3,600,000

  Summary: Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

  Consequence: Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.

  Fix: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V139000 »

• WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS Recall for 1987 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 04 1987
  • NHTSA Reference #87V140000
  • Number Affected 1,220

  Summary: Wheel lug nut cone angles do not match lug nut seating angles.

  Consequence: Nuts could loosen in service creating potential forwheels to separate from truck.

  Fix: Repair to prevent loosening of lug nuts.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V140000 »

• SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Recall for 1987 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced MAY 26 1987
  • NHTSA Reference #87V075000
  • Number Affected 13,430

  Summary: The buckle portion of the seat belt assembly may not have been properly anchored to the floor.

  Consequence: If this condition exists, the seat belt assembly wouldnot withstand a substantial impact load and would be a potential for personalinjury.

  Fix: Inspect and make proper installation of seat belt and buckle anchor bolts, if necessary.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V075000 »

• EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Recall for 1987 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced MAY 18 1987
  • NHTSA Reference #87V070000
  • Number Affected 17,420

  Summary: Stickers concerning handling and maneuverability which are affixed to drivers sun visor sleeves do not meet criteria for permanent adhesion.

  Consequence: Vehicles do not meet formats specified by parts 573 and579 of 49cfr.

  Fix: Owners will be mailed new sun visor sleeves with all applicable decal information permanently affixed.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V070000 »