Does the 1983 Ford Ranger have any recalls?

The 1983 Ford Ranger has 5 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1983 Ford Ranger?

13 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1983 Ford Ranger.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1983 Ford Ranger?

There are 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1983 Ford Ranger.

1983 Ford Ranger Service and Repair Manual

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The 1983 Ford Ranger service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

XL Stripped Chassis 2-Door
Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
XLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Base Stripped Chassis 2-Door
XLS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
XLS Stripped Chassis 2-Door
XLT Stripped Chassis 2-Door
XL Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1989CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.8L 171Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.2L 134Cu. In. l4 DIESEL OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1983 Ford Ranger Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #84V11200025/09/1984Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

THE FLEXIBLE HOSE CONNECTING THE FUEL PUMP TO THE CARBURETOR FUEL LINE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE FUEL PUMP.

Remedy

THE EXISTING FUEL HOSE WILL BE REPLACED AND TWO NEW HOSE CLAMPS WILL BE INSTALLED.

NHTSA #84V11100025/09/1984Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

SECONDARY HOOD LATCH COMPONENTS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THE HOOD IS NOT CLOSED TIGHTLY, OR IS INADVERTENTLY RELEASED, THE SECONDARY LATCH MAY NOT WO

Remedy

THE HOOD ASSEMBLY WILL BE INSPECTED AND THE HOOD AND LATCH COMPONENTS WILL BE ADJUSTED, IF

NHTSA #83V03200022/03/1983Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS

SOME OF THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER SPRING SEAT ATTACHING STUDS. THESE STUDS COULD FRACTURE DURING VEHICLE OPERATI

Remedy

THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SPRING SEAT STUDS ON BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES OF TH

NHTSA #82V03300012/04/1982Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL

ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE MUFFLER GRASS SHIELDS WERE INADVERTENTLY OMITTED DURING MANUFACTURE. WITHOUT THE GRASS SHIELD, AND DURING CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE MUFFLER SU

Remedy

DEALER WILL INSTALL GRASS SHIELDS ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES AT NO COST TO OWNER.

NHTSA #84V08200009/07/1984Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

IF TRUCK IS STRUCK FROM THE SIDE, THE CAP ON THE FUEL TANK COULD BECOME UNSEALED, ALLOWING UNSAFE LEAKAGE OF FUEL. THIS IS A FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTO

Remedy

UPON INSPECTION, FUEL CAP TETHERS WILL BE REPLACED OR DIESEL FUEL INFORMATION RINGS WILL B

TSB #623988

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC

TSB #604059

FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC

TSB #601238

INFORMATION ON A NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHART. *YC

TSB #601043

A GRABBING AND/OR STICKING CONDITION DURING THE FIRST FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS WHEN THE BRAKES ARE COLD OR IN THE MORNING AFTER AN OVERNIGHT RAIN MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC

TSB #601012

THE USE OF PETROLEUM-BASED GREASE AS A LUBRICANT IN SERVICING DISC BRAKES IS NO LONGER ACCEPTABLE. *YC

TSB #51945

FLUID- TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *JD

TSB #51689

FRAME- RIVET REPLACEMENT WITH BOLTS- SERVICE TIPS. *JD

TSB #50905

WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW

Showing the 8 most recent of 9 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19990622Component: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONERFire reported

BOTH FIRES OCCURRED WITHIN THE AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR CORE UPPER HOUSING. BOTH APPEARED TO RESULT FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR ASSEMBLY IGNITING LEAVES WHICH

19950509Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEFire reported

PARKED VEHICLE, THREE MINUTES LATER IT WAS ON FIRE. BURNED SO BAD, COULD NOT TELL WHAT STARTED IT. TT

20040405Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO DRIFT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MECHA

20000103Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT DUE TO RUBBER SEALS NOT BEING RELIABLE. FAILURE CAUSED BY THE RUBBER SEAL USED TO HOLD FLUID IN THE TRANSMISSION--IT IS DRY AND CRACKS, ALLOWING FLUID TO LEA

Showing the 4 most serious of 13 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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