Ford Ranger Generation 3 (1998–2011)
Ford Ranger Generation 3 (1998–2011) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.
Ford Ranger — body generations
| Generation | Produced | Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Generation 1 | 1983–1992 | — |
| Generation 2 | 1993–1997 | — |
| Generation 3 | 1998–2011 | — |
| T6 | 2019–2023 | — |
| P703 | 2024–present | — |
Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.
Engines used in the Ranger
Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.
| Engine | Years in this model | Also used in | VIN builds ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford 4.0L V6 (Cologne) | 1990–2011 | 13 models | 169 |
| Ford 3.0L V6 (Vulcan & Duratec) | 1991–2026 | 21 models | 133 |
| Ford 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 1983–2026 | 33 models | 105 |
| Ford 2.9L 6-cylinder | 1986–1992 | 19 models | 31 |
| Ford 5.8L (351) Windsor V8 | 2019–2025 | 24 models | 17 |
Ford Ranger fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →
Used Ford Ranger prices by year →
Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Most reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 11 | 656 | Tires, Vehicle Speed Control, Power Train |
| 1999 | 10 | 818 | Tires, Structure, Service Brakes |
| 2000 | 8 | 694 | Tires, Structure, Service Brakes |
| 2001 | 9 | 540 | Structure, Suspension, Air Bags |
| 2002 | 7 | 347 | Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Structure |
| 2003 | 5 | 243 | Structure, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes |
| 2004 | 12 | 404 | Air Bags, Structure, Suspension |
| 2005 | 11 | 289 | Air Bags, Fuel System, Structure |
| 2006 | 12 | 271 | Air Bags, Structure, Suspension |
| 2007 | 6 | 270 | Air Bags, Structure, Electrical System |
| 2008 | 6 | 324 | Air Bags, Structure, Electrical System |
| 2009 | 8 | 168 | Air Bags, Service Brakes, Engine |
| 2010 | 9 | 320 | Air Bags, Structure, Engine |
| 2011 | 6 | 235 | Air Bags, Exterior Lighting, Service Brakes |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
For sale right now
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- 2009 Ford Ranger XLT — $13,481 · 104,808 mi · Johnstown, PA
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- 1998 Ford Ranger XLT — $2,499 · 212,308 mi · UNIONTOWN, PA
- 1998 Ford Ranger Xlt — $9,895 · 121,808 mi · Downingtown, PA
- 2007 Ford Ranger Xlt — $12,487 · 84,730 mi · Sunbury, PA
- 2008 Ford Ranger REGULAR CAB PICKUP — $14,031 · 36,977 mi · Zelienople, PA
- 2002 Ford Ranger Edge — $6,995 · 113,668 mi · Saylorsburg, PA
- 2002 Ford Ranger 2wd supercab — $10,900 · 100,000 mi · Tire Hill, PA
- 2011 Ford Ranger Sport — $18,138 · 53,513 mi · Pittsburgh, PA
- 2011 Ford Ranger Xlt — $8,495 · 141,000 mi · Uniontown, PA
- 2004 Ford Ranger EDGE 4WD FOR SALE IN WILLIAMSPORT PA 17701 — $26,995 · 51,033 mi · Williamsport, PA
- 2006 Ford Ranger Super Cab — $27,995 · 49,490 mi · Williamsport, PA
- 2011 Ford Ranger SUPER CAB — $12,278 · 122,120 mi · Pittsburgh, PA
- 2003 Ford Ranger Edge — $2,624 · 226,469 mi · Springs, PA
- 2003 Ford Ranger Edge plus — $9,999 · 83,896 mi · Slatington, PA