2019 Ford Ranger Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 42 engine-area complaints for the 2019 Ford Ranger, 16% of all 267 complaints filed for that year. There is no related recall on file. Median mileage at failure is reported at 11,000 miles, and the complaints include 2 crashes.
- Engine complaints
- 42
- 16% of 267
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 11,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners report unintended acceleration or sluggish brake response while depressing the brake pedal at low speeds, sometimes with the engine revving and the vehicle lunging forward.
- Some drivers describe the cruise control failing to hold a set speed, with the vehicle continuing to accelerate until the brake is applied or cruise is turned off.
- Several complaints mention the check engine light coming on repeatedly, requiring computer reprogramming that did not fully resolve the issue.
- Owners report fuel getting into the engine oil, noticed as excessive fuel buildup in the oil catch can after routine oil changes.
- A stall at highway speed was reported along with a check engine light, later diagnosed by a dealer as water absorption in the engine with the boot cover, spark plugs, and engine cover replaced.
- One owner reported a gasoline smell in the garage after parking the truck, occurring repeatedly after driving.
When 2019 Ford Ranger engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 19, 2019, latest Aug 13, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2019 Ford Ranger
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Engine 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 engine complaints does the 2019 Ford Ranger have?
- NHTSA lists 42 engine-related complaints for the 2019 Ford Ranger, which is 16% of the 267 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there an engine recall for the 2019 Ford Ranger?
- No. NHTSA's data shows no related recalls listed for the engine problem area on the 2019 Ford Ranger.
- At what mileage do 2019 Ford Ranger engine problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue cluster is 11,000 miles.
- Did the 2019 Ford Ranger engine complaints involve crashes?
- Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes associated with the 42 engine-area complaints for the 2019 Ranger, with 0 fires and 0 injuries reported.
- What kinds of engine problems do 2019 Ford Ranger owners report?
- Owners describe unintended acceleration, cruise control that will not hold speed, repeated check engine lights, fuel contaminating engine oil, and a highway stall linked to water absorption in the engine.