1998 Ford Ranger XLT
1FTYR10CXWPB22843
Vehicle history report for the 1998 Ford Ranger XLT (VIN 1FTYR10CXWPB22843). Green, pickup, 2.5L 4-cyl 119 hp, gasoline. 248,924 mi reported. Registered in Ga. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 1998 Ford Ranger worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1998 Ford Ranger.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 1998 Ford Ranger.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 656 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Ford Ranger, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 656
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1998 Ford Ranger.
STRUCTURE
I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW, I HAVE HAD TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS BUT NOW MY FRAME IS IN BAD, BAD, BAD RUSTING CONDITION AND MY MECHANIC SAID IT WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION. THIS TRUCK ONLY HAS 82,000 MILES ON IT!!! TOYOTA STOOD BEHIND THEIR FRAMES WHY ISN'T FORD?
NHTSA ODI #11414120SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE REAR OF THE FRAME RUSTED CAUSING THE BUMPER TO HANG OFF. IT WILL FALL OFF IF NOT ADDRESSED
NHTSA ODI #11404912STRUCTURE
REAR FRAME EXCESSIVE RUSTING. SPARE TIRE CARRIER FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. ONE SIDE OF BUMPER FELL OFF. NOTICED WHEN I STEPPED ON IT
NHTSA ODI #11364729UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FRAME IS ROTTED OUT
NHTSA ODI #11355576SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4WD STOPPED WORKING SOME TIME AGO, SERVO/ACTUATOR SEEMED TO BE FREE, RECENTLY STARTED MAKING GRINDING NOISES IN THE FRONT RIGHT, SOUNDS LIKE HUB IS SOMEWHERE BETWEEN LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. SORT OF POPS OUT WHEN COMING TO A STOP HVAC DOES NOT WORK, FAN SPEED ONLY INTERIOR COURTESY STOPPED WORKING
NHTSA ODI #11319686SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
THE FRAME HAS RUSTED SO SEVERELY THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION IS DETACHING FROM FRAME AND FRAME IS ALMOST RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH AND WILL SEPARATE SOON. THE SPARE TIRE AND CARRIER HAVE FALLEN OFF WHERE IS WAS ATTACHED TO THE FRAME DUE TO THE EXCESSIVE RUST AND THE BED MOUNTS HAVE RUSTED AWAY AND NO LONGER ATTACH TO THE FRAME LEAVING THE BED WITH NO SOLID MOUN…
NHTSA ODI #11234955ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
MY FUSE #27 FOR BACKUP LIGHTS AND THE O/D KEEPS BLOWING OUT AND NOW THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES SOMETIMES I PULLED THE COVER OFF OF THE STEERING COLUMN BUT THE O/D CORD WASN'T PINCHED OR DAMAGED ALSO NO APPEARANCE OF ANY WIRE TOUCHING ANYTHING
NHTSA ODI #11122301SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
VEHICLE BACK BUMPER FELL OFF DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST (WHILE IN MOTION). BALL JOINTS, TIE RODS, UPPER AND LOWER CONTROL ARM BRACKETS RUSTED OUT AS WELL AS HOLES IN THE FRAME (ALL IDENTIFIED WHILE STATIONARY).
NHTSA ODI #11083796+ 648 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 1FTYR10CXWPB22843 valid?
1FTYR10CXWPB22843 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 1998 Ford Ranger.
Does the 1998 Ford Ranger have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 1998 Ford Ranger. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 1998 Ford Ranger?
Comparable 1998 Ford Ranger listings run roughly $1,000–$4,000, typically around $2,555 (from 19 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 1998 Ford Ranger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1998 Ford Ranger at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).
Data last checked 27 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.