1989 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 1989 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 1989 Ranger Recalls

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1989 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced MARCH 23 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E026000
  • Number Affected 61,944

  Summary: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

  Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

  Fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E026000 »

• SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR Recall for 1989 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 »

• SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING Recall for 1989 Ford Ranger

  • Recall Announced JULY 05 1989
  • NHTSA Reference #89V109000
  • Number Affected 25,000

  Summary: Front wheel bearing adjusting nut retaining keys may be missing from front axle assemblies, allowing the nut to loosen.

  Consequence: This could result in detachment of the wheel and hubassembly from the axle, loss of vehicle control, and an accident.

  Fix: Install retaining keys in front wheel hub assemblies where missing.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #89V109000 »