2019 Ford Ranger
2019 Ford Ranger — 2.3L, 4x2, Automatic. Pickup.
Safety & Recall Score: High Risk
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VIN 1FTER4EH3KLA09133 identifies a pickup truck — the 2019 Ford Ranger. This specific unit was assembled at the WAYNE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Ford's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4x2 and a 2.3L engine.
This vehicle carries an unusually high 11 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include exterior lighting:tail lights, visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:fan/motor, seat belts:front:webbing. All recalls must be repaired by a Ford dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), which represents moderate fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $2350 at national average gas prices. It scores 5/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 342 g CO₂/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2019 Ford Ranger falls in an estimated used-market range of $21,500–$28,500. The high recall count may suppress resale value — factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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- Type: TRUCK
- Body: Pickup
- Plant: WAYNE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
11 Open Recalls- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger...
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger...
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ford...
Owner Complaints
262 filed with NHTSA- 1st I reported to Ford that when my truck...
- Weak steel from connection point of rear leaf springs...
Fuel Economy
26 MPG Combined- City: 23 MPG
- Hwy: 30 MPG
- Combined: 26 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
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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.
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...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inline connector for loose terminals and replace the connectors, if necessary, free of charge. The...
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...
Risk: A resistive electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6,...
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...
Risk: A misrouted seat belt may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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...
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...
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...
Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmission floor shift selector interlock assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall...
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.
Risk: Improperly assembled seat belts may not adequately restrain occupants in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the right front seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began...
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.
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HVAC blower motor production date, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began...
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...
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...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the transmission shift cable bracket fasteners as necessary, and verify the proper transmission shift...
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...
Risk: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take...
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1st I reported to Ford that when my truck...
1st I reported to Ford that when my truck was in park and off, it started rolling down a hill. I jumped in and stopped it. Ford said...
Weak steel from connection point of rear leaf springs...
Weak steel from connection point of rear leaf springs failed, leaving the springs unconnected at front eye of connection point
The Ford 10R60 and 10R80 transmission has become a...
The Ford 10R60 and 10R80 transmission has become a hazard on the road. Please see TSB 23-2250. My Ranger only has 43,000 miles on it and is dangerous...
I was driving the vehicle, when I started to...
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....
The transmission has issues not shifting gears and having...
The transmission has issues not shifting gears and having loss of power when pulling out into intersections that are getting worse with time.
I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2019 Ford...
I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2019 Ford Ranger because I discovered what I believe to be a serious safety defect involving the rear leaf spring mounting...
Hash Shifting and at times kicks into gear hard...
Hash Shifting and at times kicks into gear hard at a stop light nearly hitting vehicle in front of me
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger equipped with...
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger equipped with Dunlop Tires. Tire Line: AT2O, Tire Size : 265/65R17 110HI, DOT number DAAH D31R. The contact stated that while...
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