{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11771382,"manufacturer":"Ford Motor Company","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"09/30/2025","dateComplaintFiled":"10/15/2026","vin":"1FTER4FH2ML","components":"POWER TRAIN","summary":"I am reporting a potential drivetrain safety defect involving the rear driveshaft bearing on my 2021 Ford Ranger FX4 Lariat.  On September 3, 2025, I brought my truck to Larry H. Miller Ford Lakewood after experiencing an intermittent abnormal whistling/mechanical noise while driving. The vehicle had 38,275 miles and was still under warranty. Ford retained it until September 6 but could not reproduce or diagnose the noise. This is documented on service invoice #415969.  The noise continued and progressively worsened, eventually accompanied by increased vibration. In early July 2026, an independent repair shop identified a rear driveshaft problem and recommended replacement. I returned to Ford on July 15, 2026, where the rear driveshaft bearing issue was subsequently confirmed.  Dealership personnel, including the service technician and service department director, advised that the vehicle was unsafe for my intended highway use. I am concerned that continued operation, particularly at highway speeds, could result in further drivetrain deterioration, loss of propulsion, or other dangerous consequences affecting myself and other motorists.  Despite the original complaint occurring under warranty, Ford initially disputed coverage because the warranty had recently expired. Ford eventually agreed to assist with the repair, but the replacement component remains backordered.  As of October 15, 2026, the vehicle has remained unrepaired for over three months since the July visit. I have been unable to safely use it for my normal transportation needs.  I request that NHTSA investigate this potential drivetrain safety defect and determine whether similar failures have occurred in other Ford Ranger vehicles.  The vehicle and affected component remain available for inspection, subject to coordination with the servicing dealership.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2021","productMake":"FORD","productModel":"RANGER","manufacturer":"Ford Motor Company"}]}]}