2019 Ford Ranger Transmission & Powertrain Problems
NHTSA lists 92 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Ford Ranger, 34% of all complaints for the year, with a median mileage at failure of 50,000. Two related recalls cover a loosening shifter cable bracket and a shift lever that can move out of Park without the brake pressed.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 92
- 34% of 267
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 50,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the transmission failing to downshift when approaching a stop, making it hard to slow the truck.
- Several report sudden forward surges or lunges of several feet while slowing to a stop, even at low speed, feeling like being rear-ended.
- Some describe violent jerking or hard shifting when coming to a stop or accelerating, with loss of power and gears not engaging.
- One owner reported the 10R80 10-speed transmission slipping, shuddering, stalling, and slamming into gear, sometimes waiting until a full stop to downshift into first.
- One owner reported the drive shaft falling out at highway speed, causing violent vibration and a banging noise.
- Multiple owners were notified of a recall for the transmission not being in the indicated gear and said dealers delayed the repair for months.
When 2019 Ford Ranger transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 4, 2019, latest Sep 4, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2019 Ford Ranger
- NHTSA 19V366000May 13, 2019Transmission & Powertrain2,534 vehicles
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.
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.
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 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.
- NHTSA 19V071000Feb 1, 2019Transmission & Powertrain2,992 vehicles
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."
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.
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 began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C02.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Ranger model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are transmission problems in the 2019 Ford Ranger?
- NHTSA lists 92 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Ranger, which is 34% of the 267 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a transmission recall for the 2019 Ford Ranger?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two: campaign 19V366000 for a loosening transmission shifter cable bracket, and campaign 19V071000 for a shift lever that can move out of Park without the brake pedal pressed.
- At what mileage do 2019 Ranger transmission problems usually show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 50,000 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.
- Did the 2019 Ranger transmission issues cause any crashes?
- NHTSA records 3 crashes and 1 injury linked to complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain area for the 2019 Ranger, with no fires reported.
- How does the 2019 Ranger compare to other model years for this problem?
- The 2019 Ranger's 34% share of complaints tied to Transmission & Powertrain is lower than the 2021 Ranger's 50% share but higher than earlier years like 2010 and 2011, which had 1% and 2%.