Power Train Related Problems of the 2003 Ford Ranger

Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 2003 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the clutch (two problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2003 Ford Ranger

The Automatic Transmission problem

When stopped at a traffic light with the brake applied and the engine idling in drive (an automatic transmission) the engine revved up significantly. When it did I pushed on the brake as hard as I could and the rear wheel spun.   Read details...

The Clutch problem

Howling noise from clutch. Was told by dealer that the clutch was no good, and that they contacted Ford and was advised that parts for repair are currently being manufactured?????????????? the dealer advised me that I would have to wait until mid January for my truck to be repared.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Ford knows about the problems with the dual clutch and they are refusing to fix them. I have been giving the run around om trying to get my car fixed. I am a disabled veteran and all I get is they can't help.   Read details...


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