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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FTYR14V5XTB15125 · Checked Sep 19, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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1FTYR14V5XT•••••• 1999 Ford RANGER

This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 1999 Ford RANGER build (5 vs 3).

5on this build
564on the model
207builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reported Engine And Engine Cooling 2 Air Bags 1 Suspension 1 Electrical System 1

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Air Bags crash May 1999
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Engine And Engine Cooling Mar 2009
The contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. For the past seven years, the contact could not determine why the check engine indicator would flash on and off. The mechanic could not figure out the issue as well. The contact eventually discovered that the aluminum dpfe valve was causing…
Electrical System Aug 2007
The contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. The contact stated that the speed control deactivation switch will be replaced by a fused wiring harness. He stated that brake fluid leaks into the deactivation switch, which could cause an underhood fire. He received a recall letter with the…
Suspension  
While driving right front wheel came completely off the vehicle at 40 mph due to a defective wheel bearing
Engine And Engine Cooling Aug 2007
The contact owns a 1999 ford ranger. The contact received a recall notice and called the dealer to schedule an appointment, however, the dealer keeps avoiding her. The engine light has been illuminated for the last four years and the vehicle makes a banging sound. The sensors…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FTYR14V5XTB15125 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.