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2003 Ford Ranger Reliability Rating
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Category
Rating
Comments
Engine
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle when equipped with 4 Wheel Drive is failure of the 4 Wheel Drive System. The cost to repair the 4 Wheel Drive System is estimated to range from $50.00 to $600.00 for parts and $65.00 to $195.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
An occasional problem with this vehicle is failure of the Differential Speed Sensor or related wiring. This can result in a loss of 4 Wheel Drive operation, improper shifting of the Transmission and ABS operation. The cost to replace the Differential Speed Sensor or repair the wiring is estimated to be $50.00-$200.00 for parts and labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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