2019 Ford Ranger
Common Problems
Ranked from 87 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
18 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Transmission Sluggishness and Hard Shifting
20complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences hard and delayed shifting, causing the vehicle to lurch and lose power during gear changes.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V071000, 19V366000
- 2
Leaf Spring Failure
12complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe rear leaf springs break or crack, leading to the rear axle becoming disconnected from the vehicle, posing a significant safety risk.
- 3
Transmission Failure Leading to Unintended Acceleration
10complaintsSafety riskTransmissionThe transmission fails, causing the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally, posing a significant safety risk.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V071000, 19V366000
- 4
Blower Motor Issues Causing Air Conditioning Problems
8complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe blower motor fails, resulting in the air conditioning system malfunctioning, with hot and cold air distribution issues.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V685000
- 5
Engine Misfires and Stalls
8complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine misfires and stalls at low speeds, often due to water in the spark-plug wells or malfunctioning ignition systems.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V685000
- 6
Brake system issues
6complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal can travel past the gas pedal, causing potential loss of control and accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Transmission Jerking and Skipping Gears
5complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission jerks and skips gears during acceleration, causing the vehicle to lurch and stall unpredictably.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V071000, 19V366000
- 8
Corrosion issues
4complaintsMedium severityOtherChassis corrosion has been reported, leading to structural integrity concerns and potential safety hazards.
Related recall: 23V379000
- 9
Fuel contamination in engine oil
4complaintsHigh severityFuel systemFuel is leaking into the engine oil, causing dilution and degradation of the oil quality.
- 10
Infotainment system freezing
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe infotainment system frequently freezes, preventing users from changing HVAC settings and causing windshield fogging.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V685000
- 11
Severe tire wear
4complaintsMedium severityOtherThe tires are wearing out quickly on the inside, leading to uneven wear and potential blowouts.
Related recall: 23V379000
- 12
Unintended acceleration
4complaintsHigh severityEngineThe vehicle unexpectedly surges forward when braking, potentially leading to loss of control and accidents.
Related recall: 25V685000
- 13
Rearview Camera Malfunction
3complaintsLow severityElectricalThe rearview camera displays a black screen or malfunctions, obstructing the driver's view behind the vehicle.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V685000
- 14
Unintended Acceleration During Braking
3complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe vehicle unexpectedly accelerates when the brakes are applied, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.
- 15
Airbag Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe airbags fail to deploy in the event of a collision, potentially leading to injury or death.
Related recall: 23V379000
- 16
HVAC System Failure
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system repeatedly fails, leading to temperature control issues and poor cabin comfort.
$150–$1,100est. hvac diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V379000
- 17
Seated Heating System Failure
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe heated seats experience short circuits, leading to burns and seat damage.
Related recall: 23V379000
- 18
Steering Wheel Becomes Loose and Unresponsive
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel becomes loose and unresponsive, making it difficult to control the vehicle, especially at low speeds.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.