The 2000 Ford Ranger has two recalls, the more serious being a blocked coolant return tube on trucks equipped with the 2.5L engine that cuts heat to the cabin and prevents the defroster from clearing the windshield. There is also a lighting concern where a fog lamp circuit design allows the fog lamps to turn on while the headlights, taillights, parking lamps, and license plate lamps remain off, meaning other drivers may not be able to see the vehicle even when the fog lamps are in use.
At a glance
What can fail
The heater return tube at the water pump becomes blocked, stopping hot coolant from flowing to the heater. This reduces heating and defogging capacity.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the blocked heater water return tubes to restore coolant circulation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Fog lamps can turn on even when the headlamp switch is off and other lights like tail lamps and parking lamps are off, which doesn't meet lighting safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a relay and wiring overlay to fix the fog lamp circuit so it operates correctly with the headlamp switch.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
