Complaints
231
Crashes
16
Fires
35
Injuries
16
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1992 Ford Ranger Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#116 complaints
Suspension:Front
Avg mileage:109,850 mi
Crash-related:1
#216 complaints
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
#313 complaints
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
Avg mileage:37,062 mi
Fires:10
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Ford Ranger.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension:Front | 16 | 1 | — | 109,850 mi | |
| Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 13 | — | 10 | 37,062 mi | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 12 | — | 11 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 11 | 1 | — | 142,415 mi | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 9 | — | 4 | 39,781 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Manual Transmission | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 7 | — | — | 102,190 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs | 7 | — | — | 88,000 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 7 | — | — | 106,291 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 5 | — | — | 82,000 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 102,680 mi | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Shock Absorber | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | 2 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 2 | — | — | — |
Suspension:Front
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,850
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
16
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
10
Avg Miles
37,062
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
11
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
142,415
Electrical System:Ignition
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
39,781
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
102,190
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
88,000
Tire Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
106,291
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
82,000
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
102,680
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Shock Absorber
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1992 Ford Ranger — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1992 Ford Ranger reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1992 Ford Ranger has 231 NHTSA complaints, 16 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension:Front with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Ford Ranger?
Top reported problems: Suspension:Front (16 complaints, avg 109,850 mi); Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior (16 complaints); Electrical System:Ignition:Switch (13 complaints, avg 37,062 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1992 Ford Ranger?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,535 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Ford Ranger?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Ford Ranger include 16 crash-related reports, 35 fire reports, 16 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Ford Ranger as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Ford Ranger?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Ranger reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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