Is the 2004 FORD Ranger safe to drive?

The 2004 FORD Ranger has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 04V331000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

What Happened

Your vehicle's underbody shield may not be properly attached to the frame, which is a critical part that protects the fuel tank.

Risk if Unfixed

If you're in a side-impact crash, the frame could puncture the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak. This could lead to a fire if the ignition system is activated.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Ford will inspect your vehicle's frame and replace it if necessary, and if it's found to be defective, Ford will replace your vehicle entirely, free of charge.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #04V331000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 04V331000

What This Recall Means

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?