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2005 Ford Ranger repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (8%)
Chart based on 38 repairs.
2005 Ford Ranger repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (41%)
Chart based on 34 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Ford Ranger in Wyoming, United States Apr 2016 - Mar 2019 | |||
| Jun 2016138000 mi | The crankshaft damper failed. The damper is solidly mounted to the crankshaft but to reduce vibration there is a bonded rubber cushion between that solid part and the steel ring that holds the serpentine belt. That rubber separated from the outside ring which then came off. A new damper and belt fixed it. | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Ford Ranger in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2014 - Jul 2021 | |||
| May 2014106600 miUS $150 | Replaced sway bar links -- one had broken. Suspension shop replaced worn ball joint | ||
| Feb 2015110000 miUS $380 | Brake cylinder at left rear wheel leaked, requiring replacement of cylinder, shoes (both wheels) and brake line. | ||
| Apr 2017116000 miUS $100 | Replaced broken window in right rear door with junkyard part. | ||
| Ford Ranger in New Jersey, United States Oct 2020 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Mar 202051450 miUS $4 | Replace deteriorated body grounding strap. | ||
| Ford Ranger in Ontario, Canada Oct 2011 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Jun 201379980 miC $100 | driver side wheel bearing | ||
| Jul 201380380 miC $40 | Replaced u joints | ||
| Ford Ranger in Indiana, United States May 2014 - Dec 2016 | |||
| May 2014103000 miUS $33 | Worn out Belt Tensioner. Replaced myself in about 30 minutes Replaced Belt Tensioner | ||
| Jun 2014104000 miUS $10 | Headliner started falling off around front windshield | ||
| Mar 2015112000 miUS $400 | Had to replace rear wheel cylinders, drums, and entire break system in rear | ||
| May 2015113200 miUS $690 | Cracked Thermostat housing. Had to replace whole unit + sensors | ||
| Sep 2015119000 miUS $630 | Dead Alternator | ||
| Nov 2016132000 miUS $30 | Bad thermostat Defrost and vent blowing air at same time | ||
| Dec 2016132000 miUS $4000 | Rear main seal leak, and transmission needed to be rebuilt for $4000. Defrost and vent blowing air at same time. No estimate. Cost amount is for other issue. | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
148-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Ranger in Connecticut, United States May 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Apr 201172158 mi | Check enging light on. Needed new line to gas tank, and gas filter. Fuel pump replaced. In shop 3/13/11. New parts ordered. Loaner car given until parts come in. Covered by 60 day bumper to bumper warranty. Front end shaking: evaluating | ||
| Nov 201178000 mi | Just stopped at highway speed, replaced fuel pump. | ||
| Dec 201178000 mi | Died at highway speed, replaced sensor that stops fuel to the engine in a collision. | ||
| Ford Ranger in Ontario, Canada - Nov 2009 | |||
| Nov 2009C $2250 | replace cylinder heads as per Ford TSB #05-26-3 | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 7ft bed
207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Ranger in Ontario, Canada Apr 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Nov 201686880 miC $100 | sway bar link rods sheared, new rods installed | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed
148-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| Ford Ranger in Idaho, United States May 2011 - Jun 2021 | |||
| Dec 201168000 miUS $55 | Clutch was sticking. Had manual transmission fluid flushed and refilled. | ||
| Sep 201273000 miUS $56 | Replaced faulty Idle Air Control (IAC) and serpentine belt (preventive maintenance). 2017 update: The replacement IAC has been intermittent with high idle. Once the engine warms up the idle returns to normal. | ||
| Mar 201786000 miUS $210 | Pinion seal was leaking. Had the seal and differential oil replaced. | ||
| Apr 201786200 miUS $201 | Battery warning light came on and the alternator would no longer charge the battery. Replaced the original alternator with a new TYC. During the test drive the fuel cutoff switch tripped and had to be reset. | ||
| Jul 201892000 miUS $138 | Rear pinion seal and yoke flange replaced. I provided the parts since the repair shop was using other then OEM replacement parts. | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed
148-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Ranger in California, United States May 2011 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Apr 2011104500 miUS $250 | Fuel pump shutoff switch replacement | ||
| Jul 2011109000 mi | Truck lost power and went into "limp mode", and when turned off would not restart. Had vehicle towed to nearby shop where mass air flow sensor was repaired the same day. | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Ford Ranger in Utah, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Apr 201295000 miUS $250 | Replaced leaking thermostat housing | ||
| Ford Ranger in Michigan, United States - Aug 2010 | |||
| Aug 201050000 miUS $150 | wheel bearing replaced | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Ranger in Ohio, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Apr 2012103700 miUS $800 | valve spring broke, sending valve into cylinder | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Ford Ranger in Virginia, United States - Oct 2009 | |||
| Oct 20095300 miUS $50 | Noise coming from steering column. Not repaired. Ford dealer said I needed to drive the truck more. I have less than 6,000 miles on a year 2005 truck. Noise coming from interface between upper and lower intermediate steering columns. Does not appear | ||
2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
148-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Ford Ranger in Michigan, United States Dec 2013 - Sep 2014 | |||
| May 2014180400 miUS $150 | Leaf spring | ||
| Ford Ranger in Texas, United States Mar 2014 - Oct 2017 | |||
| May 201495300 miUS $200 | replaced 2 front rotors, pads, wheel bearings & seals. Son was driving vehicle and drove it too long with worn pads to avoid replacing a rotor, turned other rotor to keep for a spare. | ||
| Jul 2017103000 mi | Replaced airbag inflators under recall warranty | ||
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