Federal safety data shows 8 recalls and 252 complaints for the 2019 Ford Ranger, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

252

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V8390002019-21-11

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

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.

Intermittent or inoperative tail lamps can result in loss of stop, turn, rear position, and reverse lamp functions, which reduces the vehicle's visibility and may not fully alert other drivers that the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of crash.

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20V1370002020-09-03

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles previously repaired under recall 19V-726. The service replacement Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor that was installed may have an improper clearance between an electrical terminal and the conductive base plate that may result in an resistive electrical short.

A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

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21V8110002021-15-10

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

A misrouted seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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19V0710002019-01-02

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. In some of these vehicles, the transmission shift lever can be moved from the "Park" position without the key in the starting system and without depressing the brake pedal. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."

If the vehicle can be shifted out of Park without the brake applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move. Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of injury or crash.

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19V5180002019-10-07

SEAT BELTS

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.

Improperly assembled seat belts may not adequately restrain occupants in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

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19V7260002019-10-10

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles. The Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor may electrically short.

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

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19V3660002019-13-05

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles. The fasteners that attach the transmission shifter cable bracket to the transmission may loosen allowing the transmission to be in a different gear than indicated by the gear shift lever position.

If the gear shift lever position does not match the actual transmission gear, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied before the vehicle is exited, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of crash or injury.

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23V3790002023-26-05

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 252 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2019 Ford Ranger. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train68

02Electrical System16

03Suspension14

04Unknown Or Other14

05Service Brakes11

252 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Ranger Fuel Economy

18–23mpg combined

19-21city

18-26hwy

$2,950-$3,750/yr

The 2019 Ford Ranger delivers 18 to 23 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Ranger 2WD - Automatic (S10)

23mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

21 city26 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Ranger 4WD - Automatic (S10)

22mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

20 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Ranger 2WD Incomplete - Automatic (S10)

18mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

19 city18 hwy~$3,750/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Ford Ranger

42States

26%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 42 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

87712%

FLFlorida

5808%

CACalifornia

4937%

PAPennsylvania

3515%

GAGeorgia

3344%

AZArizona

2964%

MIMichigan

2804%

MOMissouri

2714%

WAWashington

2704%

COColorado

2493%

DEDelaware

2343%

NCNorth Carolina

2333%

OHOhio

1943%

DCWashington DC

1712%

ILIllinois

1582%

MDMaryland

1542%

OROregon

1442%

UTUtah

1402%

IN125

OK121

AL116

TN114

ID113

MN108

NYNew York

1081%

KY103

NH91

NJ88

KS76

NM74

NV71

VT65

IA61

ME59

VA57

AR56

RI56

WI50

LA45

NE44

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

2019 Ford Ranger Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2019 Ford Ranger a good car to buy?

The 2019 Ford Ranger has 8 recalls on record. There are 8 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Ford Ranger?

NHTSA shows 8 recall campaigns for the 2019 Ford Ranger. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Ford Ranger?

Depending on configuration, the 2019 Ford Ranger delivers 18–23 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Ranger?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2019 Ford Ranger, based on 252 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.