2019 Ford Ranger
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 36 |
| 1987 | 51 |
| 1988 | 90 |
| 1989 | 73 |
| 1990 | 106 |
| 1991 | 133 |
| 1992 | 191 |
| 1993 | 235 |
| 1994 | 455 |
| 1995 | 321 |
| 1996 | 413 |
| 1997 | 411 |
| 1998 | 576 |
| 1999 | 755 |
| 2000 | 670 |
| 2001 | 515 |
| 2002 | 346 |
| 2003 | 243 |
| 2004 | 404 |
| 2005 | 289 |
| 2006 | 271 |
| 2007 | 270 |
| 2008 | 326 |
| 2009 | 168 |
| 2010 | 156 |
| 2011 | 235 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2019 | 264 |
| 2020 | 126 |
| 2021 | 112 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 73 |
| 2025 | 35 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
35% of complaints: power train — 92 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and gears.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Auto transmission is failing to shift when taking off from a stop or hesitating to shift to next year causing traffic behind me to get close to rear bumper.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260805
1st I reported to Ford that when my truck was in park and off, it started rolling down a hill. I jumped in and stopped it. Ford said they see nothing and everything looks fine. Since then I use the emergency break every time.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260725
16% of complaints: electrical system — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and high tension/spark plug wires.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AND TRYING TO STOP TO AVOID A COLLISION. THE SYSTEM INDICATED COLLISION DETECTION WAS ENGAGED; HOWEVER, THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP AND THERE WAS A WRECK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190404
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
10% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH8% of complaints: service brakes — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing air.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Unintended Aceleration Veheicle experienced normal stop with no anomaly. Upon release of brakes, experienced reported Wide Open Throttle" Brakes were ineffective. Vehicle accelerate thru intersection striking guardrail with significant damage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231222
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
6% of complaints: suspension — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing leaf spring assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
Weak steel from connection point of rear leaf springs failed, leaving the springs unconnected at front eye of connection point
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions.
Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmission floor shift selector interlock assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 19V071000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the transmission shift cable bracket fasteners as necessary, and verify the proper transmission shift operation, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2019.
Campaign 19V366000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford Ranger vehicles with a SuperCab body style. The front passenger seat belt may have been improperly assembled.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the right front seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 19V518000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles. The Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor may electrically short.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HVAC blower motor production date, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 19V726000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger trucks. The inline electrical connector terminals for the rear lights may be misaligned or not properly seated, potentially causing the rear lights to function intermittently or not at all.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inline connector for loose terminals and replace the connectors, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2020. A renotification was sent on July 10, 2020.
Campaign 19V839000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles previously repaired under recall 19V-726.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S12.
Campaign 20V137000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab vehicles. The front passenger outboard seat belt may not have been assembled properly, allowing the seat belt to be misrouted.
Remedy: Ford will provide owners with instructions to perform a preliminary inspection of their front seat belts.
Campaign 21V811000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge.
Campaign 23V379000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair,...
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Campaign 25V442000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.
Campaign 25V572000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge.
Campaign 25V685000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Ford Ranger — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (92 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (41 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V685000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V071000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V366000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V518000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V726000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V839000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V137000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V811000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V379000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V442000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V572000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Ford Ranger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Ford Ranger is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Ranger?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Ranger have?
11 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.