2001 Ford Ranger - Reliability

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2001 Ford Ranger 2dr SuperCab Edge 2WD Styleside SB

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XLT SuperCab (2.3L 4-cyl. 5-speed Manual 6.0 ft. Bed)

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Reliability Rating for 2001 Ford Ranger by Identifix

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Minimal Problems

Moderate Problems

Significant Problems

	Rating	Comments
Engine		An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Differential Pressure Feedback EGR (DPFE) Sensor. This problem may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Another occasional problem with this vehicle is the Intake Manifold Gaskets on the 4.0L vin E engine. Leaking Intake Manifold gaskets can cause the vehicle to run rough. The cost to replace the DPFE Sensor is estimated at $86.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to replace the Intake Manifold Gasket is estimated to be $11.29 for parts and $260.00 for Labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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
Brake		An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Wheel Speed Sensor(s). The cost to repair the Wheel Speed Sensor is estimated at $166.83 for the Front Wheel Speed Sensors each or $25.27 for the Rear Wheel Speed Sensors each for parts and $58.50 for the front speed sensor and $32.50 for the rear sensor 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.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories		An occasional problem with this vehicle is water intrusion and corrosion of a wiring harness connector located under the driver's seat area. Symptoms are normally loss of or erratic operation of the Speedometer, ABS light and codes and possible incorrect shifting of the Transmission. Another occasional problem with this vehicle is failure of the Door Ajar Switches. The cost to repair the connector and pins depends on the amount of damage; therefore the actual cost of repair will vary but is estimated between $75.00 and $250.00 for parts and labor. The cost to repair the Door Ajar Switches is estimated at $22.00 for parts and $52.00 for labor per door as needed. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall		4 out of 5

Reliability Ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overviewed bellow.

Reliability History for Ford Ranger by Identifix

	2001	2002	2003	2004	2005
Engine
Transmission & Driveline
Steering & Suspension
Brake
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
Accessories
Overall

Reliability Ratings by Identifix is based from repair shop-reported issues. Though this data may be for years prior to model you are researching, it exposes how reliable this model platform has been historically.

2001 Ford Ranger - Reliability

Reliability Rating for 2001 Ford Ranger by Identifix

Reliability History for Ford Ranger by Identifix

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