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2004 Ford Ranger Reliability Rating
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Minimal Problems
Moderate Problems
Significant Problems
Category
Rating
Comments
Engine
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Transmission & Driveline
Periodic problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Pinion Seals. The cost to repair the Pinion Seals is estimated at $12.00 each for parts and $110.50 each 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
A periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the ball joints. The cost to repair the Ball Joints is estimated at $70.00 for parts and $175.50 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.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
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
5 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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