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2005 Ford Ranger Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 Ford Ranger has 5 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 Ford Ranger

Airbags
130
Fuel System
34
Suspension
23
Other
20
Structure
20
Engine
15
Electrical
11
Tires
7
Brakes
6
Speed Control
6
Powertrain
5
Steering
5

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

1

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
May 3, 2020POWER TRAINI HAVE LEARNED THE HARD WAY THAT THE SHIFTER ON THE 2005 FORD RANGER EXTENDED CAB WILL JUMP OUT OF P...
Apr 27, 2020POWER TRAINTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON AN ...
Dec 7, 2011POWER TRAINWHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, WITH APPROXIMATELY 600 POUNDS OF WEIGHT IN THE BACK OR BED, O...
Jan 1, 2010POWER TRAIN,ENGINEAT STARTUP MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND AS I WENT TO DRIVE AWAY THE ENTIRE TRUCK STARTED SHAKIN...
Oct 10, 2008POWER TRAIN2005 FORD RANGER - LEAKING TRANSMISSION FLUID FROM LINES RUBBING ON THE TRUCK FRAME. START AFTER 45...

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