Known Issues and Their Solutions for the 2019+ Ford Ranger

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Since the 2019 Ford Ranger is in the first model year of production, it was bound to have growing pains. To help new and prospective owners, lets assemble a list of problems and whether a solution currently exists.

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Transmission Issues:
  1. SOLVED: Dead Transmission, Fixed Under Warranty - @khyros 7/23/2019
Engine Issues:
  1. SOLVED: Coolant Leak from the Heater Core, Replaced Under Warranty - @uthunter 1/26/2019
  2. SOLVED: Auto Start Stop On - Vehicle Charging - @t4thfavor 2/7/2019
  3. SOLVED: Ranger Went Into Limp Mode, Engine is Only Running on 3 Cylinders - @kep 2/16/2019
  4. SOLVED: Twin-Scroll Turbo Missing O-Ring from Factory, Replaced Under Warranty - @Lloyd C 3/13/2019
Suspension Issues:
  1. SOLVED: Steering Wheel Not Straight, Needed Alignment - @Krzydmnd 2/25/2019
  2. SOLVED: Driver Side Frame 1/2 Lower, Shim Added to Rear Leaf Spring - @Gavin stevens 4/9/2019
  3. Truck doing some wacky things... - @Stic-o 4/25/2019
Electronic Issues:
  1. SOLVED: Rear Console USB Ports Not Working - @toddiscdn 1/15/2019
  2. SOLVED: Android Auto Disconnects Multiple Times During Drive - @rangerdrive 1/23/2109
  3. SOLVED: Front Far Left Parking Sensor Going Off Constantly - @SlinkyFriend 1/29/2019
  4. Blown Passenger Speaker - @HoosierT 2/1/2019
  5. Productivity Screen Froze - @DaPyrate 3/7/2019
  6. CarPlay microphone volume level - 3/22/2019
  7. Factory Keypad Failure - @Monty 4/8/2019
  8. Lane keep assist not working. - @Jason Shaffer 4/23/2019
  9. SOLVED: FordPass will not connect or function as a remote - @DHare 04/23/3019
  10. SOLVED: Towed to dealer today - Battery died, Replaced Under Warranty - @UncleBob 5/21/2019
  11. SOLVED: Turn signal sounds like door ajar alert - @Recoil1 7/21/2019
Interior Issues:
  1. CONFIRMED: XL/XLT Trims Missing Plastic Cover for Ignition Cluster - @rangerdanger 2/1/2019
  2. SOLVED: Excessive Wind Noise Above 50 MPH, Window Gasket Replaced - @C.moore01 2/13/2019
  3. SOLVED: Seat Belt Receiver Won't Buckle, Seat Belt Buckle Replaced - @WxNerd2015 3/22/2019
  4. SOLVED: SuperCab Rear Seat Broken Floor Latch, Replaced Under Warranty - @MagneticRanger 6/16/2019
Exterior Body Issues:
  1. Water Leaks into Door Which Causes Ice to Form on Internal Plastic Door Rod - @t4thfavor 2/10/2019
  2. Windshield wipers not always working - @ewaltrob 2/18/2019
  3. Front door locks not working on 2019 Ranger - @Tarawadet 3/17/2019
  4. Water in Lariat mirror turn signal - @RedlandRanger 6/29/2019
  5. Tail Lights not working - @ISUACE 7/4/2019
  6. Windshield defect-Streak in glass - @Tommy Oberon 7/15/2019
Wheels & Tires/Brakes:
  1. SOLVED: Shimmer / slight lugging in rear when accelerating at low speed? - @JDCinVA 1/24/2019
  2. Hissing noise: any idea what is wrong? - @jjmanzano 5/14/2019
  3. Wheel Scratching Noise In Motion - @MagneticRanger 6/28/2019
  4. Smooth Braking/Brake modulation - @mike 7/10/2019
  5. What the #$%^ is wrong with my Ranger? - @Cerwin D. Vega 7/10/2019
Fit/Finish Issues:
  1. Concern Regarding Front Bumper Alignment - @SRAces 11/26/2018
  2. SOLVED: Can't get the back of the rear seat to lock upright - @JDCinVA 1/26/2019
  3. SOLVED: Missing Transfer Case Skid Plate from the Factory - @Daedalus9042 1/28/2019
  4. Rear Driver's Side Door Doesn't Close Flush - @PatrickM 1/28/2019
  5. Bed Alignment Issues from Factory - @joshua lawson 1/29/2019
  6. Rear Seat Bottom Doesn't Latch Securely, Rubber Feet Missing - @LewisLegacy 2/6/2019
  7. Sun visor loose? - @Stic-o 2/7/2019
  8. Discolored Driver Door Interior - @j0shm1lls 3/14/2019
  9. Rust in door jamb - @Roofhopper 3/15/2019
  10. Contaminated Paint Job! & Stick On Surface Between Windows? - @Robert Jay 3/16/2019
  11. Fuel Door Misaligned - @WxNerd2015 3/22/2019
  12. Door panel noise - @RangerKody 4/11/2019
  13. Driver and passenger mirrors have gap - @MHRanger 5/1/2019
  14. Loose Headrest - @dmeyer302 5/25/2019
  15. Creaking noise between bed & cab - @tivct 5/28/2019
  16. Hood alignment - @Craig 6/27/2019
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Since the 2019 Ford Ranger is in the first model year of production, it was bound to have growing pains. To help new and prospective owners, lets assemble a list of problems and whether a solution exists currently.

This is a wiki-post that can be edited by any member.

Unofficial Solution Available:
  1. Rear Console USB Ports Not Working - 1/15/2019 by @toddiscdn
  2. Android Auto Disconnects Multiple Times During Drive - 1/23/2019 by @rangerdrive
  3. Tires are Over Inflated from Factory - 1/24/2019 by @JDCinVA
  4. Rear Seat of SuperCrew Doesn't Lock Back Up When Folded Down - 1/26/2019 by @JDCinVA
No Solution Yet:

  1. Leaking Fluid from 10 Speed Transmission Pan - 1/26/2019 by @uthunter
  2. Side Mirrors Fold When Driving with Tow Mirrors Installed - 1/27/2019 by @toddiscdn
  3. Bed Alignment Issues - 1/29/2019 by @joshua lawson

Unconfirmed/Rumor:

  1. Skid Plate is Missing From Factory - 1/28/2019 - Unconfirmed/Rumor
No break controller for towing and no apparent pre wire for after market add.
 
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No break controller for towing and no apparent pre wire for after market add.
No brake controller is not a factory defect, but pre-wire might be
 


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I also read that issue, but can't find it on the forum w/ the search. maybe it was in blue oval that I read it...
Found it, check the original post.
 

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Since the 2019 Ford Ranger is in the first model year of production, it was bound to have growing pains. To help new and prospective owners, lets assemble a list of problems and whether a solution exists currently.

This is a wiki-post that can be edited by any member.

Unofficial Solution Available:
  1. Rear Console USB Ports Not Working - 1/15/2019 by @toddiscdn
  2. Android Auto Disconnects Multiple Times During Drive - 1/23/2019 by @rangerdrive
  3. Tires are Over Inflated from Factory - 1/24/2019 by @JDCinVA
  4. Rear Seat of SuperCrew Doesn't Lock Back Up When Folded Down - 1/26/2019 by @JDCinVA
  5. Passenger Side Speaker Broke, Replacement on Order with No ETA - 2/1/2019 by @HoosierT
No Solution Yet:
  1. Leaking Fluid from 10 Speed Transmission Pan - 1/26/2019 by @uthunter
  2. Side Mirrors Fold When Driving with Tow Mirrors Installed - 1/27/2019 by @toddiscdn
  3. Rear Driver's Side Door Doesn't Close Flush - 1/28/2019 by @PatrickM
  4. Bed Alignment Issues - 1/29/2019 by @joshua lawson
  5. Front Far Left Parking Sensor Going Off Constantly - 1/29/2019 by @SlinkyFriend
Unconfirmed/Rumor:
  1. XL and XLT Rangers Missing Engine Shroud - 1/21/2019 by @Bubbabiker
  2. Trailer Brake Controller Wiring Not Pre-Wired, Requires Butt Splice - 1/22/2019 by @FX4Offroad
  3. Skid Plate is Missing From Factory - 1/28/2019
  4. Plastic Cover is Missing From Ignition Switch - 2/1/2019
Let’s hope the increased production and “massive overtime” with 3 shifts building them do not add to the problems.
 

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Passenger side door speaker blown at the dealer now being replaced.
 
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I believe this is normal operation, it's been crappy here, and the defroster has been on auto, so I think that is the culprit.
Let's take a few days to see if it reoccurs. If not I'll mark it solved.
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