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Is the Ford Ranger 2.0 Biturbo experiencing any issues?
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Ford is recalling a specific group of 2017-2019 Ford Ranger trucks due to potential transmission pump gear failure, leading to a loss of hydraulic fluid pressure and transmission problems. Around 15,924 vehicles built between December 19, 2017, and October 15, 2019, are affected. Ford is promptly contacting owners to update the engine and transmission software to resolve the issue.
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The issue with the Ford Ranger 2.0 Biturbo lies in its engine, resulting in failure.
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I've been facing constant issues with my 2019 Wildtrack 2-liter Bi-turbo. Multiple times daily, when I try to accelerate by putting my foot down, it takes 4 to 5 seconds to pick up speed. The oil change and service lights are always on, and despite software updates by the dealership, the problem persists. I've had my vehicle back and forth to the dealership numerous times, and I'm now considering asking for a buyback. Anyone else experiencing significant delays when trying to accelerate?
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The Ranger doesn't come with blue added, so I can only assume that you don't have a ranger, KevinH.
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My 2.0 Bi Turbo Ranger has been a total disaster. It's constantly at the dealership. Over the past year, it's had 4 new Ad Blue sensors, each time causing it to break down. Just last Friday, it had another sensor replaced and then, just a day later, it had technical issues again! It's now been in the shop for 4 days and they're currently working on replacing the wiring loom. The 10-speed transmission frequently stops working, leaving me stranded. Overall, it's a lemon, and I'm eagerly waiting to get rid of it.
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I BOUGHT A 2020 FORD RANGER XLT. The oil light keeps reminding me to change the oil even shortly after its last service. A Ford representative said this is a common issue with the 2.0 Bi Turbo engine, and now the car needs servicing every 8-10,000 kilometers. I'm considering selling and switching to an Isuzu due to this problem. I plan to investigate further. I heard Ford has a technical data sheet addressing this problem, which I'll try to obtain for everyone to see. Please share your thoughts if you've experienced this issue too.
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We bought a used 2019 Ranger 2.0L bi-turbo in February 2022. Within 500 miles, we noticed something was off with the vehicle and took it to Trust Ford Epsom. They topped up the oil and updated the gearbox module, but it didn't make a difference. We brought it back, but the issue persisted. Despite two visits during the warranty period where we were assured there was no problem, the vehicle broke down just before the warranty expired at 36,000 miles. A diagnostic revealed a serious issue with the engine and turbo, resulting in a quote for a costly repair. Ford's customer service refused to assist, citing the previous owner's maintenance oversight as justification. This experience has led us to lose faith in Ford's products and service, and we plan to escalate the matter to the Motor Ombudsman for further action. It's disappointing that Ford refuses to take responsibility for the poor quality of their engines, as evident in our case.
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The 2019 Raptor is holding up well with 130,000 kilometers on it. I haven't experienced any of the problems mentioned. The transmission was part of a recall but has been trouble-free. There was a small oil leak on the timing cover, which was fixed under warranty. The brakes wore out quickly, so I upgraded to DBA rotors and pads. I added a chip for increased power and torque without any issues. I've always serviced it ahead of schedule and it's been the best vehicle I've ever owned. The transmission has been reliable, serviced at 95,000 kilometers. Not all Rangers have issues - mine has been dependable. Just a note, Ford doesn't service my Ranger.
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I purchased a twin-turbo Ford Ranger in 2019, and now with 73,000 kilometers on it, I experienced a sudden low oil pressure issue. I turned off the vehicle immediately and had it towed to Bay Ford in Epping. They informed me that it requires a new engine, and the repair process will take about 3 weeks.
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I purchased a 2019 Ford Ranger Bi Turbo and have driven it for 20,000 kilometers. Recently, I noticed unusual noises coming from the engine. I brought it to the dealership twice, but they were unable to identify the issue. After recording the noise myself, I returned it for further inspection. I am disappointed with the experience and the quality of my Ford Ranger.
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I had a terrible experience with the Ford 2019 2.0-Bi-turbo model. I feel like I was swindled because a hidden issue emerged just three months after I bought it, leaving me no option but to consult with a lawyer.
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On November 18, 2020, I purchased a brand new Ford Thunder 2.0 Bi-turbo at Motus Ford Germiston in America. Since buying the car, it has repeatedly been back and forth to the dealership before reaching 24,000 km. I brought it in three times for low oil pressure issues until the dealer recommended a major service. After driving for a few days, the car broke down on N6 due to engine problems while I was on vacation with my family. Roadside assistance never arrived, so I had to arrange my own transportation to East London and find accommodations for the night since I had a young child with me. I was informed that the engine was damaged and needed replacement, leaving me without a car and with numerous bags to carry. I had to organize my own transportation through Avis to continue my holiday trip. Upon returning to Gauteng, I contacted the dealer to request a loaner car, but faced delays. Eventually, Ford SA provided me with a single cab truck even though I have a large family. The car is currently back at the dealership for the past 2 weeks and 5 days, with no progress made. Germiston Ford Motus is now requesting the return of their loaned car. They directed me to address the car issue with Ford SA due to the poor workmanship during the engine installation carried out by Ford Queenstown Kelston. Despite sending emails to Ford SA, I have not received a response yet. I am frustrated that I am now forced to use a fuel-inefficient manual Ford Ecosport while still expected to fulfill my monthly payments, which are higher than the one I am accommodated with during this time.
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Oh my goodness
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I managed to push my 2021 Raptor to 7,000 RPMs, but the turbo feeding pipe is leaking. I'm hoping that's the only issue.
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I've been experiencing multiple problems with my 2019 Ranger Bi Turbo, including the turbo charger failing at 12,000 miles, parking sensors malfunctioning at 9,000 miles, and the emission control system consistently showing errors. I'm eager to sell it off as soon as possible.
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That definitely helped me make a decision. I was on the verge of buying a 2019 model for $35,000 including tax. But after reading your advice, I've decided to walk away. You saved me - thank you!
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@David Duthie - I'm not a fan of the slightly newer ranger wildtrack, I wish it wasn't, it's so annoying!
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In 2019, the Ranger Raptor 2.0 Bi-Turbo, which had traveled 36000km, experienced an engine overheating issue and coolant loss caused by a blown head gasket.
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Here's a paraphrased and revised version:
I own a 2020 Ranger Raptor that ended up in the service yard last Christmas due to limp mode issues. This happened again last Wednesday, and now it's at another FORD service yard. It's been sitting there for a week without anyone taking a look at it. The first time, there were many engine warning lights, but this time, there are none. I'm not impressed with the lack of assistance from FORD at all! I'm strongly considering switching to a Hi-Lux, especially since I'll be touring Australia soon and need a vehicle that I can rely on, not one that keeps giving excuses! -
In Australia, my 2019 Ranger Raptor is going strong at 120,000 kilometers without any significant problems. Unlike other Rangers, we don't need to use AdBlue, which is great news. Oh, and Ford doesn't handle maintenance for my vehicle, but that's no big deal!
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Discovered at a garbage dump! Yes, it's true...Ford is now a terrible car with no dependability! The Range Ford dealership in Washington has made me despise Ford due to their subpar service!
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The problem is ongoing, and Ford has declined to provide a refund, so I need to consult with a lawyer. The car was at the dealership for 2 months and returned with no issues resolved; I have to frequently turn off the car at intersections because there is no acceleration when trying to take off. It's a terrible experience. Stay away from the 2.0-liter Bi Turbo!
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I brought my Ford Ranger to get its first MOT at 70,000 miles, and the guy told me it failed because of the brakes, which are apparently no longer under warranty. I mentioned that I had complained about the brakes during its 50,000-mile service. After paying over £600 and picking it up, the engine light came on just 2 miles later. I turned back around, and they said it was the transmission not communicating, but just needed a reset. I barely got 4 miles before the same issue occurred. They told me I'd have to take it to a specialist. Oh, the joys.
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I own a 2021 Ford FX4MAX from November with a 2-liter bi-turbo engine. I've driven it for 82,000 kilometers and have consistently had it serviced every 15,000 kilometers at Ford Ringwood. The issue started at around 7,500 kilometers when it would consume all the oil life. Since then, it has deteriorated further, with the oil life dropping to 0% just 4,000 kilometers after the 75,000-kilometer service. A wrench symbol now appears on the dashboard, and the car feels underpowered. Every time I've contacted Ford about this problem, they've just brushed it off as a potential oversight in resetting the system. This $71,000 vehicle has turned out to be a disappointment. I reached out to Ford via email, but their response was generic and offered no real assistance.
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Wow, I just got myself a brand new 2.0 Bi Turbo Wildtrak 4x4. I'm not sure if I should keep it with only 326 kilometers on it. Reading all these complaints makes me nervous, especially considering it's an expensive truck.
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I'm experiencing the same problem as Gavin with the car having a delay in response even with the foot fully pressed down. Gavin, have you been able to resolve this issue? The car has been at the Ford dealership for 4 days now with no solution in sight. They want to test drive the vehicle with the diagnostic tool plugged in when the issue occurs, but this will be challenging since the problem is intermittent. By the way, the vibration issue really frustrates me. Ford has taken the car back multiple times and even broke a shock stud, blaming the vibration on a suspension upgrade, despite experiencing the problem when the car was stock at 10k miles.
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My Ranger 19 had an engine failure at 8,000 kilometers. Ford replaced the vehicle for me, but the replacement is also causing problems. After each service, a wrench symbol appears on the dashboard. On rainy and windy days, the alarm keeps going off constantly, and the pickup truck is producing black smoke! 😔
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The remarks up there give off a vibe of being artificially created issues.
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This 2-liter Bi Turbo Everest with 42,000 km has no engine problems and has been regularly serviced at Ford every 7,500 km. It includes a lift and 33" tires, and has been driven hard without issues except for high transmission temperature (105+ degrees Celsius) when towing uphill or driving in soft sand for extended periods. Despite this, it has never entered limp mode. The vehicle tows 2,100 kg frequently and had a transmission cooler installed at 25,000 km. The transmission was replaced under warranty at 40,000 km, although the slipping issue was reported to Ford at 23,000 km. Ford stated it was a drive assembly (tail shaft) problem, but the owner is satisfied with the engine performance thus far.
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Purchased a pre-owned 2019 Raptor with 36,000 miles and it's now at 56,000 miles, running smoothly. I frequently take it off-road for both work and fun, and I usually do my own servicing every 10,000 miles for peace of mind. This is my third personal Ranger; the other two, 3.2 Wildtraks, never failed me. We also have a 2.0 Bi-Turbo for the business, which had an oil leak issue on the front timing belt case at 95,000 miles. We replaced the belt and it's been fine since. While I've heard some concerning tales about the 2.0s, we haven't had major problems with ours.
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I just removed the turbo from my car at the Ford dealership because their service was terrible. They couldn't fix several issues with my car and it took them 3 weeks to even look at it. If you're lucky, you should go back to Toyota instead.
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Hey Gavin and Steve, I'm experiencing a similar issue with my 2020 Wildtrak after owning it for 5 days. When I press the gas pedal all the way down and wait 5 seconds, the car jerks afterwards and doesn't auto-stop properly. I took it to Ford, and they said nothing was wrong. Have any of you experienced this or know what the problem might be? Thanks a lot.
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I own a 2020 Ranger 2.0 bi-turbo that I bought brand new. Here's a rundown of the issues I've had: I had to replace the catalytic converter at 6000km, the parking sensors and steering rack were replaced, there was a problem with the AdBlue sensors, the ball joints needed attention at 89,000km, and the intercooler was replaced at 90,000km. This truck has spent more time at the dealership than I've spent at the beach! I'm considering selling it.
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Recently purchased a brand-new 2022 Ranger Raptor. Over here in Costa Rica, they're going for just 78,000 USD (That’s not a typo). The truck has a mere 2000 kilometers on it, and I've had it for approximately three weeks. On my way home today, cruising in normal mode with 2-wheel drive, the car unexpectedly loses power and comes to a stop. After restarting it, the engine fires up fine initially, but then begins to shake violently and stalls a few seconds later.
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The 2019 Ranger with 90,000 miles on it has a damaged engine block. A new engine is currently being installed.
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I have been alerting Ford about a ticking sound coming from my 2020 2.0 biturbo Ranger for the last half year. When the engine began misfiring, I pulled over, only for it to shut down completely. I had to be towed to the nearby Ford dealer where I was informed that the engine had seized. Interestingly, I had just taken the truck in for service at the same dealership 3 days prior.
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I purchased a pre-owned 2019 model car for $30,000. After I addressed some issues with it, the initial buyer sold it due to multiple faults. It broke down 14 times, requiring repairs for the water pump, fuel system, and software. The automatic feature is now malfunctioning, and the air conditioning is not working. It appears that 2018 to 2019 models of this car are problematic.
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