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Ford Ranger repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 382 repairs.
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Ford Ranger repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (39%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 321 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

Ford Ranger problems by year

before 1997 (2%)

1998 - 2013 (97%)

2019 - present (1%)

Chart based on 388 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the Ford Ranger

Ford Ranger Personal Experiences: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 207-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
I am now on my 2nd Ranger - it is 12 years old and I will be purchasing another soon. What can I say in 12 years of daily use I have not replaced any parts besides brakes and 2 muflers. There is no rust on the truck. This is why I will buy a Ranger again. full 2008 Ford Ranger review
2007 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 207-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
3rd Ranger I have own and never have had a major problem. First Ranger I ended up selling after it rolled over the 300,000 mile mark. full 2007 Ford Ranger review
2006 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 207-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
My first Ranger was a 4 cyl 4x4 1990. I sold it to my son when it was 10 years old. I puchased a 3 year old 1997 3.0 L 4x4 and traded that for my 06 when it was 12 years old. The 12 year old 97 Ranger still had the origonal paint and NO RUST. full 2006 Ford Ranger review
2004 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 207-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
I owned a 1993 Ranger XLT as my First Truck. I Loved the truck and when that truck was totaled I Decided to purchase a newer Ranger because my old one was good to Me full 2004 Ford Ranger review
2002 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 207-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
The overall size is very good for off-road adventures and has good 4WD capability and still has decent space for storage. full 2002 Ford Ranger review
2000 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 150-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Father owned one and never let him down and had nothing bad to say being a mechanic for 20years. full 2000 Ford Ranger review
 

Ford Ranger Problems and Repair Histories

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