REDLINE ALLEYFord Ranger PX (PX1 to PX3) buying guide
2011 to 2022. A PX Ranger suits a buyer who wants a strong towing ute and checks the coolant, service history and recall record.
Big jobs
- 3.2 oil pump losing prime. If the sump and oil pump are fully drained at a service, the 3.2 oil pump can lose its prime and not restore oil flow on restart, which can wreck the engine.
- 3.2 number 4 cylinder under extreme load. Under extreme load the 3.2 five cylinder could burn the tip of the number 4 injector and potentially hole the piston.
- EGR cooler and coolant loss. EGR cooler leaks can drop the coolant fast and damage the engine, and on the 2.2 the exhaust gas regulator can split.
- Dual mass flywheel and clutch (manuals). The dual mass flywheel on manuals is prone to failure under heavy towing, and quick clutch wear and shudder are reported.
- Turbo oil seals. Oil leaking past the turbo seals shows as exhaust smoke.
- 6 speed auto shudder and towing heat. The auto can shudder on downchanges, and long distance towing can overheat it into limp home mode; a separate transmission cooler is suggested for towing.
- 2.0 bi turbo and 10 speed auto (PX3). Early injector problems on the 2.0 bi turbo led to 2 field service campaigns, and the 10 speed had a widespread safety recall. Hesitant, clunky shifts are reported.
Small jobs
- Recalls. There were 13 safety recalls across the PX series, including brake calipers that may crack, steering column welds, a rear seat catch and a fire risk driving through long grass.
Questions for the seller
- Is it the 2.2, 3.2 or 2.0 bi turbo, and manual or auto?
- Who did the oil changes, and has it ever had an oil pressure warning?
- Does it need coolant topping up?
- What has it towed, and has the dual mass flywheel or clutch been replaced?
- Have all 13 recalls and the PX3 injector campaigns been done where they apply?
- Has it been tuned?
Sources
Researched 2026-11-04. General guidance from owner and specialist sources. Check the specific car with an independent inspection.