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2019 Ford Ranger problems, recalls and owner complaints

What the 2019 Ford Ranger has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated November 2, 2026.

  • 11safety recalls
  • 270owner complaints
  • 13crash reports
  • 2fire reports
  • 20%fail the UK MOT

The most complained-about Ford Ranger year on file: 270 complaints, against an average of 64 for the other 7 model years.

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What goes wrong with the 2019 Ford Ranger?

The components named most often in the 270 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.

  1. Power Train92 (34.1%)
  2. Electrical System41 (15.2%)
  3. Engine27 (10%)
  4. Service Brakes20 (7.4%)
  5. Suspension19 (7%)
  6. Visibility16 (5.9%)
  7. Exterior Lighting14 (5.2%)
  8. Vehicle Speed Control12 (4.4%)

What symptoms do 2019 Ford Ranger owners describe?

Found by reading the text of all 270 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.

Fault codes 2019 Ford Ranger owners mention

Diagnostic trouble codes owners wrote in their complaints. Open a code to see what it meant on other cars and whether a recall names it.

Has the 2019 Ford Ranger been recalled?

11 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.

Equipment: Electrical: Engine Block Heater Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. NHTSA campaign 25V685000 · October 10, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse. NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · September 4, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Back Over Prevention: Software Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended. NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · June 27, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

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." NHTSA campaign 23V379000 · May 26, 2023 · Risk and fix

Risk: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C18.

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." NHTSA campaign 21V811000 · October 15, 2021 · Risk and fix

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

Fix: Ford will provide owners with instructions to perform a preliminary inspection of their front seat belts. Owners that detect an issue with the driver's seat belt, are unsure of the results, or do not want to perform an inspection, should not drive their vehicles and contact a Ford dealership. Dealers will inspect the front row outboard seat belts and replace them, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 5, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C25.

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. NHTSA campaign 20V137000 · March 9, 2020 · Risk and fix

Risk: A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S12.

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. NHTSA campaign 19V839000 · November 21, 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: 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.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inline connector for loose terminals and replace the connectors, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2020. A renotification was sent on July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S43.

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. NHTSA campaign 19V726000 · October 10, 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HVAC blower motor production date, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S34.

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. NHTSA campaign 19V518000 · July 10, 2019 · Risk and fix

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

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the right front seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S23.

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. NHTSA campaign 19V366000 · May 13, 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: 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.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the transmission shift cable bracket fasteners as necessary, and verify the proper transmission shift operation, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S15.

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." NHTSA campaign 19V071000 · February 1, 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: 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.

Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmission floor shift selector interlock assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C02.

Is the 2019 Ford Ranger recalled in the UK or Europe?

Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.

UK DVSARanger: 10R80 Transmission Oil Pump Gears Software Update Recall R/2026/127 · Mar 27, 2026 · built Mar 2019 to Nov 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20S10 may not have been delivered properly and vehicles may exhibit an issue where the transmission lubricant pump gear could fail.

Fix: Update the Power Control Module and Transmission Control Module and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.

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UK DVSACrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update Recall R/2025/359 · Sep 8, 2025 · built Aug 2018 to Jul 2023 · Risk and fix

Risk: On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.

Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.

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UK DVSAThe vehicle could develop a crack around the exhaust muffler flange Recall R/2022/196 · Mar 22, 2023 · built Dec 2016 to Feb 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: It is possible that the exhaust muffler flange weld could crack and in extreme circumstances the exhaust muffler could detach from the vehicle.

Fix: Replace the exhaust muffler.

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UK DVSAVehicles could suffer a differential drive pinion failure Recall R/2022/142 · Nov 1, 2022 · built Sep 2018 to May 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: A small number of Ford Ranger vehicles could suffer a differential drive pinion failure caused by micro cracks created during the production process.

Fix: Inspect and replace rear differential parts as necessary.

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UK DVSATransmission fluid pump gear failure can cause a loss of hydraulic fluid pressure in the transmission Recall R/2020/103 · Apr 28, 2020 · built Nov 2017 to Oct 2019 · Risk and fix

Risk: Transmission fluid pump gear failure

Fix: Update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software

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UK DVSARuptured flexible front brake hoses may occur during suspension and steering articulations Recall R/2019/153 · Jul 12, 2019 · built Jun 2016 to Aug 2018 · Risk and fix

Risk: Ruptured flexible front brake hoses may occur from cyclic fatigue.

Fix: Replace the front brake hoses with a redesigned component.

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EU Safety GateThe rear silencer can detach from the exhaust pipe and fall on the road, creating a risk of accidents. Alert A12/01427/22 · reported by Germany · Oct 14, 2022 · Measures

Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown

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EU Safety GateHeavy loading may cause the rear differential to fail.The vehicle may lose drive or the rear wheels can lock, increasing the risk of an accident. Alert A12/00970/22 · reported by Germany · Jul 8, 2022 · Measures

Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown

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EU Safety GateThe transmission fluid pump gears could fail while driving and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM)…The transmission fluid pump gears could fail while driving and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) might not report errors appropriately.Consequently, the pressure of the transmission fluid could decrease, leading to a inadvertent loss of motive power and increasing the risk of accident. Alert A12/00593/20 · reported by United Kingdom · Apr 24, 2020 · Measures

Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 14/02/2020

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EU Safety GateThe brake hoses may get deformed and can come into contact with the rims.This can result in damage of the brake hoses, brake fluid leakage and reduced braking system functionality, increasing the risk of an accident. Alert A12/1952/19 · reported by Germany · Dec 13, 2019 · Measures

Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown

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EU Safety GateThe flexible front brake hoses could be ruptured due to cyclic fatigue.As a result the braking efficiency will be reduced, increasing the risk of an accident. Alert A12/0914/19 · reported by United Kingdom · Jun 21, 2019 · Measures

Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 03/05/2019

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How often does the 2019 Ford Ranger fail its MOT?

19.5% of 14,233 MOT tests in 2023 on Ford Rangers first registered in 2019 were a fail5.7 points worse than the average car of the same age
  1. Suspension35%
  2. Lights and electrics34%
  3. Brakes21%
  4. Tyres18%
  5. Visibility (windscreen, wipers, mirrors)10%
  6. Exhaust, emissions and leaks5%

Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2019, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.

What do 2019 Ford Ranger owners report?

12 of the 270 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.

While operating my 2019 Ford Ranger under completely normal driving conditions without a heavy payload or trailer, the rear driver-side suspension suffered an instantaneous, catastrophic structural failure. The vehicle emitted a sudden, loud metallic clanking sound as the rear main mono-leaf spring completely sheared in half directly in front of the axle mount assembly. The vehicle instantly lost two inches of ride height, bottoming out heavily onto the rubber axle bump stops and leaving only five inches of total clearance. A physical inspection of the broken component shows a uniform, bright…
SuspensionNHTSA complaint 11770644 · Oct 12, 2026
Rear Camera - Back Over Prevention - I took it to the dealer, they said there is no recall for my vehicle. It is currently available for inspection but I will need to get it fixed. Safety risk is elevated due to inability to fully see surroundings/people/children/pets, etc. behind the vehicle. The dealer saw that it is not working but I did not pay them to diagnose or inspect so they did not. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms prior to the failure. The first appearance was today, 10/7/2026 while at the dealer for an oil change.
Electrical SystemNHTSA complaint 11769608 · Oct 7, 2026
My 2019 Ford Ranger with 10 speed transmission has been harsh shifting and will not always find the right gears. It will sometimes Surge forward or at other time not respond to acceleration. It has 100,000 miles. Never used it for towing or hawling heavy items.
Power TrainNHTSA complaint 11762203 · Sep 4, 2026
My 2019 Ford Ranger, VIN 1FTER4FH2KLA63893, experienced a major transmission failure at approximately 35,000 miles. I took the vehicle to a Ford dealership for diagnosis and was advised that the transmission required major repair/replacement, with an estimated cost approaching $9,000. I also obtained an independent transmission repair estimate of approximately $6,700–$7,000. Given the extremely low mileage and the repair cost relative to the vehicle’s value, repairing the truck no longer made financial sense. The transmission failure substantially reduced its trade value and is forcing me to…
Power TrainNHTSA complaint 11761924 · Sep 3, 2026
The cooling fan clutch control wire is supported by a "wire support hose" between the engine block and the fan clutch. the cooling fan clutch control freely rotates on a raceway on the drive shaft. The purpose of the support hose is to prevent the fan clutch control from freely rotating, but allows the control a limited range of movement as the drive shaft changes speed with engine RPM. The idea is that this hose prevents undue stress on the control wire. Hose is normally a consumable part that may need replaced with age, heat, etc. The hose is not sold as a replacement part and can only be…
Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, EngineNHTSA complaint 11756686 · Aug 13, 2026
I was driving the vehicle, when I started to fell a " Shuddering " sensation on acceleration. I let off the gas pedal and the Shuddering went away. A few miles down the road the check engine light came on and was flashing. I immediately pulled and shut the vehicle off. After sitting for 10 minutes I restarted the vehicle and the check engine light was no longer on, but the " Shuddering " sensation was still present. I took it to Dupratt Ford in Auburn,Ca. and they diagnosed it as a Cylinder 1 mis-fire. Upon further inspection they found water in the Cylinder 1 spark plug well. After doing some…
Electrical System, EngineNHTSA complaint 11747696 · Jul 1, 2026
The brakes failed within hours of owning the Certified, WARRANTIED VEHICLE. ALMOST had an accident. Within <5 weeks of owning this warrantied certified vehicle, was stranded on Rine Ridge Indian Reservation and on the highway. Engine jerk so bad feels like I a derby car. Then just stalls. The dont comply with their own 172 point certified inspection. They claim two keys for specified vehicle. They gave me two 1 starts the vehicle the other errors no key in ignition when you insert into ignition. NOW I have to pay bills to get a warrantied certified vehicle repaired plus loaner car because Ford…
Service Brakes, EngineNHTSA complaint 11735236 · May 2, 2026
On friday, march 27th, 2026. My 2019 ford ranger began shaking before the engine stalled. Warning lights for an engine check came on and my vehicle would not go above 20 mph after restarting. When pressing on the accelerator the engine would rev but the vehicle would not accelerate. I took the 2019 ford Ranger to a local Ford Dealership service center and they diagnosed the following problems (listed in full below).The cooling fan was at issue and multiple wires connecting my engine to the rest of the vehicle were melted off. The ford dealership said that this issue is extremely rare and they…
Suspension, Electrical System, EngineNHTSA complaint 11728932 · Apr 2, 2026
Truck looses gear when pulling into traffic. It will shift out of gear and only allow coasting. At speeds of 40 MPH and higher it will down shift causing dramatic reduced speed with no brake warning to other drivers behind. It will also randomly loose power. It will have delayed shifts squealing tires upon shifting and excessive jerking that is uncontrollable.
Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, EngineNHTSA complaint 11704234 · Dec 10, 2025
My complaint isn't about my vehicle. My complaint pertains to pickup truck and SUV lighting. The lighting on these vehicles have become so bright that they blind oncoming drivers. In addition, I was recently blinded by the lights on a lifted pickup truck, that was following behind me. The lights on these vehicles have become so bright that they present a hazard to other drivers. This hazard is made worse when the vehicles are lifted (body or big wheels). Please consider taking action to address this problem.
Exterior LightingNHTSA complaint 11701278 · Nov 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the temperature failed to adjust as needed. The contact stated that the damper was stuck. The heater was continuously blowing out hot air on the driver's side. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V726000 (Visibility). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and opened a case, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 25,152.
Electrical System, VisibilityNHTSA complaint 11645473 · Feb 28, 2025
Unintended Aceleration Veheicle experienced normal stop with no anomaly. Upon release of brakes, experienced reported Wide Open Throttle" Brakes were ineffective. Vehicle accelerate thru intersection striking guardrail with significant damage. WOT stopped by shutting of engine. Vehicle currently in repair. Reported event to local dealer service dept, Insurance Rep and Ford referencing 2010 Class Action Lawsuit for similar events, All claim no knowledge of such an event. Vehicle had no previous reports of similar events
Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes, Fuel/Propulsion SystemCrashNHTSA complaint 11561429 · Dec 22, 2023

2019 Ford Ranger: questions owners ask

Is the 2019 Ford Ranger reliable?

NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 270 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ford Ranger; the most common categories were power train (92, 34.1%), electrical system (41, 15.2%), engine (27, 10%). There are 11 safety recalls. 13 complaints mention a crash, 2 mention a fire, 6 injuries were reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Ranger?

Across 270 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are power train (34.1% of complaints), electrical system (15.2% of complaints), engine (10% of complaints), service brakes (7.4% of complaints), suspension (7% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.

Does the 2019 Ford Ranger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2019 Ford Ranger; the most recent (campaign 25V685000, 2025-10-10) concerns Equipment: Electrical: Engine Block Heater. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Why does my 2019 Ford Ranger transmission jerk, shudder or shift hard?

25 of the 270 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2019 Ford Ranger (9.3%) describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. One owner wrote: "My 2019 Ford Ranger with 10 speed transmission has been harsh shifting and will not always find the right gears. It will sometimes Surge forward or at other time not respond to acceleration. It has 100,000 miles." (NHTSA complaint 11762203, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2019 Ford Ranger stall, lose power or shut off while driving?

22 of the 270 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2019 Ford Ranger (8.1%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "The transmission has issues not shifting gears and having loss of power when pulling out into intersections that are getting worse with time." (NHTSA complaint 11746830, June 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2019 Ford Ranger idle rough, misfire or hesitate?

16 of the 270 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2019 Ford Ranger (5.9%) describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. One owner wrote: "Auto transmission is failing to shift when taking off from a stop or hesitating to shift to next year causing traffic behind me to get close to rear bumper." (NHTSA complaint 11755076, August 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why is the check engine light on in my 2019 Ford Ranger?

12 of the 270 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2019 Ford Ranger (4.4%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "2019 ford ranger, 74,000 miles On way to pick up girlfriends engagement ring…. The truck started jerking, loosing power, no engine light came on." (NHTSA complaint 11706629, December 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Has the 2019 Ford Ranger had transmission failures?

12 of the 270 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2019 Ford Ranger (4.4%) describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. 2 related recalls exist: campaign 19V366000 (power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift). The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the transmission shift cable bracket fasteners as necessary, and verify the proper transmission shift operation, free of charge. One owner wrote: "2019 ford ranger, 74,000 miles On way to pick up girlfriends engagement ring…. The truck started jerking, loosing power, no engine light came on." (NHTSA complaint 11706629, December 2025). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Does the 2019 Ford Ranger have rust or paint problems?

12 of the 270 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2019 Ford Ranger (4.4%) describe rust, corrosion or peeling paint. One owner wrote: "Vehicle has around 50K miles and driver rear leaf spring corroded and broke, review of right rear leaf spring also showed corrosion and metal thinning. Truck has no off road time nor heavy loads in bed." (NHTSA complaint 11723121, March 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Check your own Ranger

Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.

Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved November 2, 2026. Model year 2019 only. How these reports are made.

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