2004 Ford Ranger power train problems
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2004 Ford Ranger — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford ranger. The contact stated that the transmission was faulty and the vehicle hesitated without warning. As a result, the vehicle lunged forward and almost struck other vehicles. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified…”
filed May 28, 2019
“Tranny dropped down causing vibration and vehicle pulled off road and towed. Found 2 cross supports rotted and separated also.body of truck is like new. Frame unsafe. Toyota recalled for this same reason. Ford needs to be held responsible also. *tr”
filed Mar 15, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements. *tt
0645 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2006Limited slip axle chatter, shudder, binding sensation, or vibration during low speed turning maneuvers - vehicles built before 4/1/2005. *tt
05101 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 7, 2005
Power Train problems in other Ranger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ranger | 10 | 31% |
| 2024 Ranger | 23 | 35% |
| 2022 Ranger | 17 | 46% |
| 2021 Ranger | 54 | 49% |
| 2020 Ranger | 45 | 37% |
| 2019 Ranger | 90 | 34% |
| 2011 Ranger | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 Ranger | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 Ranger | 3 | 2% |
| 2008 Ranger | 1 | 0% |
| 2007 Ranger | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 Ranger | 4 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Ford Ranger
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.