2004 Ford Ranger Ford Ranger 2004

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

2004 Ford Ranger repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (44%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

Select a problem area

Show all problems

Need advice about a specific Ford Ranger problem?

Chart based on 34 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2004 Ford Ranger.

2004 Ford Ranger transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (67%)

Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.

Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

127200 mi

US $70
Bad CV Joint. Replaced CV axle. 

Return to top

2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

154-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

139000 mi

US $35
Added Lucas trans oil for smoother shifting 

Return to top

2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

48000 mi

US $577
They also replaced a leaking front axle seal. 
25000 mi Transmission replaced under warranty 
66000 mi

US $35
Front Pinion seal Leaking 

Return to top

2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

154-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

155000 mi

US $1800
replace transmission 

Return to top

See TrueDelta's information for all Pickups
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.

2004 Ford Ranger Transmission Problems

See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. To see how frequently 2004 Ford Ranger problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.