Your rights when your Ford Ranger midsize truck has unresolved defects
Model years covered: 2019-2026
About Ford Ranger Lemon Law Claims
The Ford Ranger returned to the U.S. market in 2019 after an 8-year hiatus, but the reintroduction has been marred by significant quality issues. The current-generation Ranger has accumulated over 2,100 NHTSA complaints, with transmission problems, electrical failures, and drivetrain vibrations being the most common. If your Ranger has spent excessive time in the shop for recurring defects, you may be entitled to a buyback or replacement under your state's lemon law.
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10-Speed Automatic Transmission Issues (high severity, 2019-2024): The 10R80 transmission exhibits harsh shifting, gear hunting, and shuddering. Some owners report complete failure under 30,000 miles. NHTSA Complaints: 780. Symptoms: Harsh 3-4 upshift, Shudder at low speeds, Delayed downshift, Transmission warning light.
Drivetrain Vibration at Highway Speeds (medium severity, 2019-2023): Persistent vibration at 60-75 mph through steering wheel and floor. TSBs for driveshaft balancing often don't resolve it. NHTSA Complaints: 540. Symptoms: Vibration at 60+ mph, Steering wheel shake, Floor vibration, Noise from under vehicle.
Engine Stalling & Rough Idle (high severity, 2019-2023): The 2.3L EcoBoost stalls at low speeds or idles roughly, particularly in cold weather, creating dangerous situations. NHTSA Complaints: 320. Symptoms: Stalling at stop signs, Rough idle, Engine hesitation, Hard starting in cold.
Ford Ranger Recall History
Total recalls: 18
18 recalls including transmission output shaft issues, fuel line leaks, and improperly welded frame crossmembers.