2019 Ford Ranger Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 50 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 Ford Ranger, 19% of its 267 total complaints, tied to recall 19V839000 for misaligned rear light connectors. Median mileage at failure was 12,584 miles, with 2 crashes and 1 fire reported.
- Electrical System complaints
- 50
- 19% of 267
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 12,584 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Rear tail lights, brake lights, and turn signals intermittently stop working, sometimes appearing normally at startup then failing after 30 to 60 minutes of driving.
- Owners report the recall repair for the inline rear light connector was delayed for months because replacement parts were unavailable at dealers.
- Some owners state the recall connector was replaced but rear lights failed again shortly after, leaving the vehicle without visible taillights at night.
- One owner reported an acrid, melting-plastic smell coming from the heating and air conditioning unit.
- One owner reported the truck caught fire in the engine compartment while being towed behind a motorhome, destroying the vehicle.
- One owner described the dash lights flashing and headlights blinking erratically after receiving a low-battery alert and trying to restart the truck.
When 2019 Ford Ranger electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 4, 2019, latest Aug 13, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Ford Ranger
- NHTSA 19V839000Nov 21, 2019Electrical System72,718 vehicles
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 may not fully alert other drivers that the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of crash.
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 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.
Electrical System complaints by Ranger model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Ford Ranger?
- NHTSA lists 50 Electrical System complaints for the 2019 Ford Ranger, which is 19% of the 267 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2019 Ford Ranger's electrical system?
- Yes. Recall campaign 19V839000, reported November 21, 2019, covers misaligned or improperly seated inline connector terminals for the rear lights, which can cause the rear lights to not function correctly.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2019 Ranger?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2019 Ranger is 12,584 miles.
- Were there any crashes or fires linked to electrical problems?
- NHTSA data for this component and year lists 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 0 injuries among the reported complaints.
- Does the recall require owners to stop driving the truck?
- No, the recall record for 19V839000 does not list a do-not-drive or park-outside instruction.