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2019 Ford Ranger

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Ranger.

Transmission Automatic (S10)

The 2019 Ford Ranger arrives as a midsize pickup built on the latest Ranger platform and is equipped with an automatic S10 transmission, delivering an EPA‑rated fuel economy of 21 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined. While owners reported a modest 260 total complaints—most frequently centered on the power‑train—and the model logged 11 recalls, this year follows the historically low‑complaint benchmark set in 2014, when only a single issue was recorded. Positioned toward the quieter end of the 1990‑2020 reliability spectrum, the 2019 Ranger’s relatively limited grievance profile suggests a steady, if not exceptional, track record for durability within its generation.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/26/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 Must use a AGM VRLA Battery. · 610 CCA battery, GND low-beam bulbs. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 Must use a AGM VRLA Battery. · 610 CCAOEM · verified
Low beam bulbGNDOEM · verified
Tire sizeP265/60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rimNS inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S10)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length211 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height71.3 in
Wheelbase126.8 in
Curb weight4352 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 26 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Ranger of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.0–6.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.00 sec — 2019 XL STX SuperCab (6' Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2019XL STX SuperCab (6' Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.60 sec270 hpRWD
2019XL STX SuperCab (6' Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.30 sec14.90 sec270 hpRWD
2019XLT FX4 SuperCrew (5'1" Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.50 sec15.00 sec270 hp4x4
2019XLT FX4 SuperCrew (5'1" Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.50 sec15.00 sec270 hp4x4
2019Lariat SuperCrew (5'1" Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.70 sec15.20 sec270 hp4x4
2019Lariat SuperCrew (5'1" Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.80 sec15.20 sec270 hp4x4
2021XLT Tremor SuperCrew (5'1" Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-46.80 sec15.30 sec270 hp4x4
2021Lariat Tremor SuperCrew (5'1" Bed) 2.3L Turbo I-47.00 sec15.30 sec270 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts14.7 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head BoltsInstall New Studs: 12.5 ft-lbs;
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-4-3
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap.030 in
Spark Plug Torque9 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number48 Must use a AGM VRLA Battery.
Standard BCI Cranking Performance610 cca
Optional BCI Group Number94R Must use a AGM VRLA Battery
Optional BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum51.0 Engine On psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum75.0 Engine On psi

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
162 ft. lbs., Step 2: 142 inch lbs.62 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°.14 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
15.2 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.1 ft. lbs., Step 3: 41 ft. lbs., Step 4: Turn 90°, Step 5: Turn 90°.5.2 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
15.2 ft.. lbs. Step 2: 11.1 ft. lbs. Step 3: 41 ft. lbs. Step 4: 90°. Step 5: Repeat Step 4.
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137 ft. lbs., Step 2: 59 ft. lbs., Step 3: 8337 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Install new studs13.3 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 inch lbs., Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°.44 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miAir Filter Restriction Gauge (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2019 Ford Ranger marked the reintroduction of the model after a hiatus, and its federal record shows a sharp spike in complaints (260) and recalls (11) compared to the negligible activity in the preceding years. This first-year generation stands in contrast to the 2020 model, which saw complaints drop to 121 and recalls to 7, indicating that initial quality issues were likely addressed. The power train is the dominant problem area with 72 complaints, though the data does not specify root causes. With 138 technical service bulletins, the 2019 Ranger exhibits a high volume of manufacturer-acknowledged issues relative to the following year. Given the elevated complaint and recall counts typical of a launch year, a used 2019 Ranger may carry more risk than the refined 2020 model; a thorough review of power train-related service history is advisable before purchase.

11
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
138
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
260
Owner complaints
13 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 260 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train72
Electrical System16
Suspension15
Unknown Or Other14
Service Brakes11
Exterior Lighting10
Engine10
Visibility10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 11 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V839000Exterior Lighting:Tail LightsReported 21/11/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger trucks. The inline electrical connector terminals for the rear lights may be misaligned or not properly seated, potentially causing the rear lights to function… Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inline connector for loose terminals and replace the connectors, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 5…

20V137000Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/MotorReported 09/03/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ranger vehicles previously repaired under recall 19V-726. The service replacement Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower motor that was installed may… Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the HVAC blower motor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 138 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
25B512026-05-08EngineCertain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model…
25N15 S12026-04-20Electrical SystemCustomer Satisfaction Program 25N15 - Supplement #1 Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple…
25N172026-03-25Unknown Or OtherAdvance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year…
SSM 546012026-02-23Electrical SystemFord and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory…
SSM 545922026-02-17Power TrainFor 20172026 vehicles equipped with a 10R transmission, a revision to the Road Testing…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2019 Ranger have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Ranger get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 26 highway / 23 combined mpg.