Table 1 shows nine common power train related problems of the 2004 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (seven problems).
Truck surged forward while braking at red light if some one was in front of me I would have hit them. Read details...
With less than 70k miles, the 5 speed auto transmission in my 2004 Ford Ranger (3. 0 2wd) frequently refuses to engage gears when cold. When in drive or reverse, increasing engine speed produces engagement with a harsh thunk. Read details...
Noise at times. Felt like it was slipping. Read details...