How reliable is a 2002 Ford Ranger?

Edmunds rated it a 4.4 out of 5, as did Cars.com. Perhaps the first three had on rose-colored glasses. Consumer Reports certainly disagreed, giving a strong dissenting vote by scoring the 2002 Ford Ranger with a three out of five for reliability and only a one out of five for owner satisfaction.

How many miles can you get out of a 2001 Ford Ranger?

Ford Rangers are well built trucks and can easily last over 200k-250k miles if they are well maintained. Earlier models suffered from timing chain and transmission issues.

Are there transmission issues on a 2002 Ford Ranger?

One 2002 Ford Ranger owner in North Carolina developed major transmission issues at 120,000 miles and recommended skipping the fix by just having the transmission completely rebuilt. Another owner in Kentucky experienced shifting issues to the point that it impedes their progress in either drive or reverse.

Which is the best Ford Ranger to buy?

One of the best-selling midsize pickup trucks on the market today, the Ford Ranger is loaded with features, and there are three trim levels to choose from. The base truck is the Ford Ranger XL, which offers a nice balance of value and performance.

When did the Ford Ranger FX2 come out?

For 2020, they also added an FX2 Off-Road Package. Keeping in mind that the Ford Ranger was absent from North America after the 2011 releases until the 2019 models.

Are there any recalls on 2004 Ford Ranger?

The 2004 Ford Ranger models have a total of eight recalls and 462 complaints according to Car Complaints. The issues with this model largely have to do with engine troubles and misfires. One owner of a 2004 Ford Ranger in California experienced engine stalling and misfires.

When did the 2002 Ford Ranger XLT come out?

No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. 1st owner purchased on 03/12/02 and owned in MI until 07/25/05 • 2nd owner purchased on 07/25/05 and owned in MI until 04/28/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 0 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 2,812 miles/year.

What kind of automatic transmission does a Ford Ranger have?

A4LD – The C3 was modified into the A4LD 4-speed automatic by adding an overdrive gear, which the C3 lacked. This was the first Ford automatic to use an EEC-controlled torque converter lock-up clutch. Electronic shift control for the 3–4 shift was later added, another first, though other gears remained hydraulic.

How reliable is a 2002 Ford Ranger?