NHTSA Complaint #602608 — 1996 FORD RANGER

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	602608
Vehicle	1996 FORD RANGER
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 23, 1996
Date Filed	March 25, 1997
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	Yes
State	CA

Consumer Description

LOWER STEERING SHAFT FAILED, CAUSING VIBRATION AND NOISE.

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