- The problem
- Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
- The risk
- A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
- The fix
- Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Vehicle safety record
1985 Ford Ranger Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1985 Ford Ranger have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 2007 for the fuel pump.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Ranger year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1985 Ford Ranger recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- LOSS OF BRAKING CAN RESULT.
- The 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.
- The problem
- The nylon fuel supply and return lines are improperly routed along the frame side rail and could contact the universal joint on the front driveshaft. Consequence of defect: such contact could cause abrasion of the lines and low pressure fuel leakage creating the potential for a fire.
- The fix
- REROUTE OR REPLACE AFFECTED FUEL LINES.
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Ford Ranger: every year compared
All Ranger years1985 Ford Ranger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Ford Ranger | 0 | 3 | A | |
| 1985 Ford Bronco | 20 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Ford Bronco II | 13 | 1 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1985 Ford Ranger
Does the 1985 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1985 Ford Ranger: fuel pump (August 2007); rotor (April 1998); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (April 1985). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1985 Ford Ranger had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1985 Ford Ranger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 81 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Ford Ranger year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1985 Ford Ranger has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data