Support group for those waiting for their Ranger MY22

[delaware]

Same way I feel. This was supposed to be my stepping stone to a Ford EV next but now if it should show up this week will be my last Ford. Only reason I am still waiting is the pile of accessories in the garage I bought that were recommended on threads here. At least I have found a good use for the damper.

Maybe this is one of the reasons why they are saying EVs will be factory direct - they recognize the dealer model is hurting their customer satisfaction levels. And probably their profit margin.

My next Ford would be a F150 Lightning direct from the manufacturer.

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[DonB]

It was 5 calendar days after blend date for my truck to move to "Built." It went fast through production once it started.

I plan to call Ford again, today, but do not expect anything. The truck I ordered is starting its 9th week waiting for transport by convoy.

Mind if I get that number from you?

 

[CP0861]

Been lurking here and finally joined so I could add another no show.
Ordered by my dealer 12/11/21. Blend 3/21/22, showed up as built 3/22/22. Signed contract end of March with a first week of April delivery date. Every week since the date has slipped another week. Finally called Ford last week to ask for a honest date and It could be next week or could be the end of August. They have no control over shipping once it's handed to the contractors for delivery. They have lost several of their delivery contractors so things are backed up.
My wife and I have purchased 7 new Ford vehicles in the past, this was to be our 8th. Thinking Ford gave honest dates I sold my car to carvana a couple days before the original date given and we have been stuck with one vehicle so I can't wait much longer. I know Ridgelines are not real trucks but they are available so if no delivery date after next week I may have to buy my first Honda and walk away from Ford. Ford blames it on the truckers but I blame it on poor planning on their part.

I'm a Honda + Ford guy. I've owned 2 Ford trucks, 3 Hondas and an Acura....I haven't driven a Ridgeline, but I currently have a Pilot. Hondas are the best bang for the buck you can own in my opinion. Depending on your needs, I wouldn't hesitate.

However, the main reason I didn't look at the Ridgelines was that I hate how my Pilot tows. My Pilot is a little older, so maybe the towing has improved, but if you're looking to tow anything over a couple thousand pounds, I would test tow with the Ridgeline.

 

[ThronedFlame]

I'm 99% certain it's our dealers who are keeping our orders low priority. Dealer allocation is the ONLY variable I can find in the process, and FMC quickly says "call your dealer" if you ask about options, hold-ups, etc.

In my experience Ford says talk to your dealer for more info. Dealer says I will know when it is being built sooner than they will when Ford emails me. Hard to know who to believe or what the hold up is. At this point the only reason I’m holding out is because I still got a way better deal on this truck than any other midsize out there, and I’m very much in the want not need category for a new car. I’m going to keep being patient

 

[DonB]

I'm 99% certain it's our dealers who are keeping our orders low priority. Dealer allocation is the ONLY variable I can find in the process, and FMC quickly says "call your dealer" if you ask about options, hold-ups, etc.

(How I understand it...) If your order is "unscheduled clean" it's available to go forward - there is no "waiting list."

Either of us could get put in this week (if there is scheduling), it's just up to our dealer to promote our order (if they get allocation).

They could also get an order today and toss it on the top of the pile (setting ours aside for another week).

I've seen orders on this forum get a VIN within weeks, and posts where guys get a heads-up from the dealer about upcoming VINs ("you should get an email soon"). ?

Yeah, the dealer controls the game. Feels more like playing blackjack than purchasing a vehicle.

Priority code on mine is 10. I think that's the best I could get.

 

[Fordup]

I'm a Honda + Ford guy. I've owned 2 Ford trucks, 3 Hondas and an Acura....I haven't driven a Ridgeline, but I currently have a Pilot. Hondas are the best bang for the buck you can own in my opinion. Depending on your needs, I wouldn't hesitate.

However, the main reason I didn't look at the Ridgelines was that I hate how my Pilot tows. My Pilot is a little older, so maybe the towing has improved, but if you're looking to tow anything over a couple thousand pounds, I would test tow with the Ridgeline.

I checked the tracker again and still waiting for shipping so I called to make an appointment to test drive a RTLE next week. Was told it probably will be sold by then but they should have 2 black editions available. My son bought a pilot last year. They had a 2 year old Edge that was nothing but problems he traded. They love it. He wanted me to look at Ridgelines first but I didn't listen. All my past trucks had 4wd auto that I see the Ranger is not equipped with. Living in lake snow area it is really helpful to just set it to auto for the winter with no worries about road conditions so Honda wins there. Started watching Ridgeline videos now and it may be a good option for us if the Ranger doesn't ship. Love that it actually has weatherproof storage space and a flat floor.

 

[DonB]

Ok last time, if this nonsense doesn't STOP now I'm closing the thread and there will be warnings given out. If you don't like something posted here (or anywhere on the forum) move on to something that you do like.

Cool. Any chance of ya fixing the spelling in the title?

 

[Jbrubakerjr]

Priority code on mine is 10. I think that's the best I could get.

That is the best for a retail order.

 

[DonB]

That is the best for a retail order.

Glad to hear, though I don't think it's helping much. 13 weeks now and just a simple delay notice. Nothing else.

 

[Jbrubakerjr]

Just got off the phone with my dealer and he confirmed that order banks for the MY23 will open late July to mid-August, there was no hard date from Ford yet. I told him that if I wanted to buy a leftover MY22 because because there were MY23's next to it, I should be able to make that choice, but I shouldn't be forced into a last month of production vehicle for something retail ordered from 6-8 months earlier (or worse, finally delivered after an additional 3-4 month wait). He said that IF Ford did the same as last year, and I wasn't scheduled for production prior to the order banks being opened, that they would convert mine to a MY23 and give me a voucher for the difference. But that I could not hold him to it. The other option would be to cancel my MY22 and orde a MY23, but there would be a difference in price (I think I am at price level 220, and the latest is price level 235, so there are at least 3 price increases since my order anyway. I told him the 3rd option would be for him to order me the MY23 at Invoice for my loyalty and patience.

 

[Jbrubakerjr]

Glad to hear, though I don't think it's helping much. 13 weeks now and just a simple delay notice. Nothing else.

Agreed, not sure if there is anything that helps. Also was told that it is really only the internal dealer priority code (10). Which means the next time the dealer has an allotment for the month, you should get scheduled. I have yet to be able to get my dealer to confirm that they have any allotment for the month, but they are pretty good about saying they do not have an allotment. I was also told that SCabs and SCrews were separate allotments as well, but not sure if I believe that.

 

[Fordup]

I just got another delay moved to the 9th. Salesman said we have seen the last 7 notices and this is probably no different. They have 5 that were allotted in March in the same limbo and are just as frustrated as I am. They are getting loaded down with F150s though.

 

[DonB]

Agreed, not sure if there is anything that helps. Also was told that it is really only the internal dealer priority code (10). Which means the next time the dealer has an allotment for the month, you should get scheduled. I have yet to be able to get my dealer to confirm that they have any allotment for the month, but they are pretty good about saying they do not have an allotment. I was also told that SCabs and SCrews were separate allotments as well, but not sure if I believe that.

This would shut me up quite nicely, but as you said, we'll have to hide and wait.

"He said that IF Ford did the same as last year, and I wasn't scheduled for production prior to the order banks being opened, that they would convert mine to a MY23 and give me a voucher for the difference."

 

[DakotaGuy]

This thread is very quickly filling with a lot of hate. If you're unhappy then cancel your order and move on. Stop the whining and complaining.
Most of the manufacturers are experiencing issues. Go custom order your overpriced and underpowered tacopro and see how long it takes. Please feel free to go custom order your Lego blockish frontier pro 4X with crispy plastic interior. Please feel free to go order your Chevy, it's the next best option.
I suspect you will have to wait quite a while.

This thread should be a light hearted support for those waiting and congratulations to those who get theirs. Not a Ford bashing "want some cheese with your whine " thread.

For sure. Upset with waiting go get a Colorado, Taco or even a Femi-line. I hear they are all very easy to get. Dealers lots are stuffed with them.

 

[VDubdad]

I will say I drove past a zr2 today and they are pretty tough looking. I still don't think I like them as much as the ranger, and that v6 is down on torque big time in comparison.

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