Table 1 shows one common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2023 Ford Ranger.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
Appx 73000 miles truck developed shudder (felt like transmission jumping gears) under moderate acceleration. Gently drove home, no other shudder. Called dealer who said to drive it in. Noted a missfire warning on phone app, also stated to gently drive to dealer. On way dealer up hill at ~60 mph (on 70mph freeway) shudder returned, slowed to 55mph, heard spark plug(s) eject and much louder noises. Stopped and had towed to dealer (tow truck drove onto roll back. . Very noisy, dealer stated sounded terrible when drove into shop. Engine repair quoted at ~10k (disassembly,machine, sleeve cyinders, new parts) Ford extended warranty refused claim.
It is automatic shut down. No power. No light. No door lock……I let it sit after few hours it starts working back. No idea what happen. There is very dangerous when traveling for long way in hot or cold weather.
Engine revving up, could have engaged the vehicle to move quickly into traffic. The revving up lasted about 15 seconds.