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2.5 years and 80,000km. Love it
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLS (2015-2022)Purchased the vehicle new in November 2017. It is an XLS 4x4 auto dual cab. I was originally going to buy a D-max however was offered a deal too good to pass up. I purchased it from Pakenham ford in Victoria and have it serviced there as well and find them to be extremely friendly and helpful. I drive 5-6 days a week to and from work, approximately 100-160km a day in a mixture of freeway and peak hour traffic. And I take it through fairly mild tracks through the Victorian high country about 4-6 times a year. I think it’s a pretty comfortable ca
... Read morer, plenty of space, enough safety and 4x4 tech to get amateurs like me to places i wouldn’t normally venture. I haven’t had a single issue with the ute, it sits fairly consistently around 9-10l per 100km, it typically has around 200-300kg of gear in the tub as well, however I drive it fairly sedately. Thus far it’s been reliable and I love it, will it last 300,000km? I have no idea. Would I buy another one? I would definitely short list another ranger, especially with them now having a 5 year/unlimited km warranty.
Great work vehicle.
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XL (2015-2022)I have a 2016 px2 xl single cab 3.2, 4x4 6sp manual as a company supplied work vehicle since new and now ar 123000kms in just on 3 years. Previously I had 2007 ranger xlt4x4. As a heavy diesel tech I carry my tools with me every where. Absolutely twice the truck my old 07 was and far more capable off road with the bigger wheel track. For base model it is specced well above my old xlt and has everything I cold want in a work vehicle. It is also my after hours transport as it is extremely comfortable to drive. Extras added for the role are two
... Read moreXtra leaves to the rear spring packs. This thing is heavy, 3300kgs minimum 100% of the time and up to 3500kg when transporting oils and parts etc to job site's that include farms, quarrys, river beds and any other place machine decide to break down. This thing has never seen use at its empty weight. Regularly tow a trailer also when transporting heavy machine components to workshop seeing a gross weight of 6 tons. Ispend a great deal of time off road but can have days in excess of 400-500 kms road use. Fitted an upgrade chip at around 60000kms which is Bluetoothed to my phone for adjusting chip power setting if desired but it stays permanently in spot plus mode. This chip has made the very derated and lazy engine the beast it should have been for its size. Performance even at 3300kgs operating weight is amazing with only very occasionally requiring a shift down to 5th on some of our New Zealand mountainous roads. Passing is effortless and usually has speeds of 120-140kph at end of overtake manuvers. Fuel economy has improved greatly along with huge power increase. Long trips I usually see 9.1 to 10.5 kms per litre as opposed to 7.5-8.0 with chip turned off. Add a trailer with up to 2 ton and the vehicle hardly flinches with that 5 cylinder thumping away upfront, obviously fuel figures drop but only around .5 - 1 km/litre. I adore the rear locking diff for my off road sites as it gives me a true 4wd as opposed to the old ranger giving you only 2 wheels driving if I find the terrain a little soft ie river beds, farms etc. Personally can't fault the vehicle in its role or as a personal driver. Although the weight does make itself known on down hills and cornering but with the rear spring pack upgrades the vehicle sits very flat when cornering at speed and I frequently find myself sitting behind cars on the highways due to most car drivers not confident with their corning speeds. All servicing and maintenance is done by myself so as to ensure confidence for myself when we'll out of cell coverage for large parts of the day. I spanner it and I know exactly the condition of every component under and in it. Sorry for the long story but just a point of view from someone that uses and drives the ranger in a more demanding role.
Sold as quiet but makes noise after 4k replaced trans same again
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)I bought the 2.0 bi-turbo Wildtrak as sold as quiet smooth etc after owning a Amarok. After 3-4k it started to make a horrible vibration like noise. After it's 15k service the transmission was replaced. A further 3k and the noise is back again. This time Ford's response is "Oh it's a commercial vehicle and that noise is acceptable." Even though prior salesman and service supervisor agreed it wasn't right and after all we sell this vehicle as being quiet and comfortable and fit for purpose of driving like a sedan to being a basic laborers hack depending on the model you buy.
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Seriously reconsider if buying a Ranger for towing.
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Ford Australia mislead and misadvertise the towing capacity of the Ford Ranger. As clearly when you tow with your vehicle as you can read all over the internet and haven been subject to it personally over 10 times. The transmission over heating. Shuts down all drive and power to your vehicle.
I contacted Ford Australia with evidence. Details and everything to assist requesting the take a serious look at all the issues people have with the transmission over heating. Was told i can fit a transmission cooler of my own cost to fix it if i want as F
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This is a big ?
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Had a colorado previously lease was up looked at all reviews on YouTube ranger was The winner most of the time . So I got one .
Very car like suspension to soft to dangerous when loaded and very dangerous when towing 3.5 ton it's like you in a boat. It's like a bodybuilder on steroids ford ranger . In 45 degree heat day it's like the car starts to buckle opening doors making noise. To get car up to good tow stability you have to spend thousands why . I miss my Hercules colorado.
2019 Bi Turbo Wildtrak 10 speed auto
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)***** I retract everything written below. Car failed 2 transmissions and replaced by Ford as a lemon.
See my other review on this product*******
I previously had a 2016 model Ford Ranger Wildtrak with 3.2L 6 speed transmission. Whilst I was very happy with it for the 3 years it did get a few electronics gremlins.
So I traded it in for the 2022 bi turbo 2L with 10 speed auto Wildtrak.
At first I had doubts about the small 4 cylinder but they were quickly dispelled. It out performs the old 3.2L by a country mile...much more responsive engine and so much quieter. The real difference is noticeable when towing. The 2L bie turbo simply out performs the 3.2 in all aspects. Gear ratios perfect.
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Great ute so far, dealer is rubbish
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Bought a 2018 demo XLT Supercab in September 2022, 7400kms on the clock, use the car regularly but have a work vehicle for the daily commute. Very happy with it, getting around 8.4l/100km combined, not towing anything yet. Very comfortable and great drive, have the usual complaints like interior components mark and scratch too easily and the paint is very easily scratched. My biggest disappointment was with Moreton Bay Ford. Delivered the car with only a half full tank, didn’t detail it, it was washed, and made no attempt to address the few pai
... Read morent defects I asked them to look at, but the most disappointing thing is that I have had the ute for over three months now and still havnt had a follow up call from them to see if everything was ok. Ford Australia has some major problems with customer service, they are the worst in the field and once you have paid for your car they don’t care anymore.
Great vehicle
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Daily commute to cbd weekends and to farm. Had hilux previous but the ranger rides so much better off road on corrugated roads. It is more comfortable interior and feels like a car. Adaptive cruise is amazing, use it everywhere, though lane assist is stupid and never use that. Got the wildtrak, pricey but love it so far.
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A must for a tough truck
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)We have had our mk2 2017 ranger wildtrack now for 6 months and must say for looks grunt leisure and ease of drive I can’t stress enough this is a must! We use it everyday to work an back to kids sports and it never misses a beat. It drives smooth and sweet on the road has all the mod-cons and more to make your daily commute a dream.on weekends we off-road and the fun and excitement it brings is enormous.so if your after a all round versatile stylish truck this ones for you!
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Great Ute
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)I have just purchased the Ford Wildtrac after owning Holden utes, and this is a nice Ute to drive on or off road. I have towed a mini excavator to site and it has a lot of grunt. This would match if not exceed my Holdens performance.
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The ute of the decade
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)This is the best ute ever. Very good on the diesel. And how's our 20 foot caravan with no problems at all with 5 of us included. Low maintenance and the reliable.
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Great value for money Ute.
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)First of all let me say I’m coming from a 200 Series into a Wildtrak Ranger. Now the Wildtrak is no 200 Series, but it’s still a great car. Normally I would not go for something that is new on the market, it after doing some research I’ve found the 2.0 10 Speed to have the best value for money of all the other utes I looked at. The adaptive cruise and collision avoidance technology is brilliant. The car drives well and is pretty responsive around the city. Country and highway driving is exceptionally good, especially when using the cruise
... Read more control. I’m yet to take it off road, but I have been in other rangers off road and have found them to be very capable in both standard trim and modified. I’d suggest a front bar for protection if you drive in the country or go 4wding a lot. Overall I give the Wildtrak a 4.5 out of 5.Find out how Ford Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 compares to other Utes
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Heap of crap should have kept 2013 BT50
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)2017 XLT ranger Cold start engine knock from 33000km done 60000km now ford can’t find a problem after several check I have recording of the knock and have been told by ford that it’s overfueling 12-13 km/l and towing a 3t van over 6000km 22.7km/l average
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I love this car but.........
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)I have the new Ford ranger bi-turbo which I am very happy with. Only fault is I've just clocked up my first 1000 kms and the stop-start does not work anymore. Off to Ford I go.
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It’s not a raptor it’s Trex
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Wildtrack with raptor engine and gear box is the way to go
Very comfortable and quiet driving, with great fuel efficiency, very fine finish, clear and nice display, and great safety features, the self park it’s a nice bonus
Best care ever!!!
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Awesome work and towing ute with heaps of space for the family, luggage/tools. Traveled with 5 adults for a 700k round-trip with no complaints.
Recently towed a 2.2 tonne caravan from Canberra to the Gold Coast (return) and average 15l/100k. Typically averages 10l/100k for city and highway driving combined.
Have had no concerns electrically or mechanically. Never misses a beat.
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2017 Automatic gearbox problems
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLS (2015-2022)2017 XLS auto, 25k. Auto is sloppy... ok n bitumen, but on dirt tends to drop into a lower gear, or the torque converter slips markedly when you hit a bump. Consequently it's constantly changing and revving unnecessarily under light load over bumpy roads. Apparently it's within specs, (Ford allow 1000 rpm as within specs!) but seriously crap design.
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Should have bought a Toyota
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Same thump from gearbox on takeoff, listen to a usb one time and the next the radio comes on. Seems i have an issue from the steering column. Doesn't load all my phone contacts from an huawei phone. Maybe i need an i phone for this car. Car brakes come on at 150 mts of car turning. Maybe it should drive itself. Hate it. Too much body roll even when loaded. Told it needs Weight. Don't listen to salesmen. Now smart charging is tuned back on when software is updated. Idles terribly and am told to keep bringing the vehicle back. Like i don't need it to work.
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Excellent vehicle both as daily driver & tow vehicle.
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Our Ranger is primarily a daily driver to and from work. Mine is an XLT High-Country - special one-off...very nice vehicle. I was in the car & transport industry for around 25 years and I've owned 35 vehicles to date. I'm happy to advise the Ranger is by far the best I've owned. We also have a 3 tonne caravan which we've towed as far up as Port Douglas and we average 2 to 3 trips a year. The Ranger has performed beautifully on every trip regardless of the roads or conditions. I highly recommend the PX2 Ranger as a daily driver & tow vehicle.
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Great car and only gets let down alot by the Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 tyres.
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)I was given this car as a company car and I love it, the first time I drove it in the wet it was frightening! Tyres are horrendous in the wet and are useless offroad. I have had 2 flats in 2 years and I have only had 2 previous flats in 24 previous years of driving. Ford and Mazda know these tyres are not acceptable to most owners and still haven't done anything about it. These Grandtrek AT22 tyres are made in Thailand and that is the problem, the Japanese made tyres are fine.
Onto the positives: brilliant Apple Carplay and infotainment system
DISASTER DISASTER DISASTER
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Engine and turbo blew while driving on major highway - car had 50,000 km and under 2 years old - had it towed to Goulburn Ford who are clearly not interested in any level of customer service - don't return calls or emails and are happy to sell their soul for their mother company. Ford deny warranty and at our own cost we have had engine rebuilt to diagnose root cause of engine failure - faulty fuel injector. This car held so many dreams for us and it has turned into a nightmare that has set us back tens of thousands of dollars and virtually crippled us financially. NEVER EVER BUY A FORD!
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Have 2 Navara’s brought 2015 new. Chassis cracked due to pore welding. 55% undercut and a crater. Ha
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Over 120km every day sometimes 300.
Used as mobile welding truck in forestry and around town
Every 10,000km recommended is 15,000 but I carry big loads
I have only done 8,000km
Nissan diff shat it’s self at 80,000km
It has only done its pre delivery inspection and I did not have any defaults
First and last ford I will ever buy
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Just reach 2 years owning my wildtrack, have had the same list of issues and continue to get the same excuses from ford. Issues include thump from gearbox on take off, navigation system fault, erratic parking sensors, door misalignment, entertainment system rebooting while driving, poor radio reception and many more minor faults. I've been told many excuses from that just how they all are for the gearbox but we have reported to ford as there is no solution at this time. For all entertainment system issues all I get is we have reset the system and hope for the best, but always expect the worst. As I keep telling the dealer, I wish I bought a Toyota.
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Best vehicle I've owned by far. This 2018 Wildtrak Ranger is my 4th and by far the better.
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)I replaced my 2016 wildtrak for the 2018 wildtrak. I drive my vehicles long distances often for family and pleasure reasons and I find them very economical and comfortable. I totally reccomend you try one you won't want anything else. These vehicles have so much power and torque they surpass the competition in my opinion
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A great all round ute
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLS (2015-2022)Bought my XLS from a mate. (Sold due to his failing health)Tricked up beautifully, this XLS in my opinion is as good or better than a Wildtrak. I recommend upgrading suspension and adding iDrive. It has a lot of accessories added by Opposite Lock prior to Rego. A great tray system and auxiliary diesel and water tanks in the tray and much more!
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Very happy with the car
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)I usually use my car to drive between my family and work. I always use the car for about two hours each day, every day of the week. I get my car serviced once or twice a year. my mechanic has not mentioned any issues with the car and also the fuel lasts very well
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Ford Ranger XLT 2017
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Purchased last years runout in May this year. XLT brand new, paid $10,000 less than the going rate because we sniffed around dealers. Our local dealer couldn’t beat the Melbourne dealers price, so my review of the ranger definitely includes my advice to COMPARE dealers! The vehicle itself isn’t as nice inside as the Nissan Navara we tested but you can’t compete with how powerful and elevated the ranger is. It’s strong, and fierce and hasn’t missed a beat. Takes a bit of diesel but not out of the ordinary for a Ute of its power.
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very happy with this vehicle
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 (2015-2022)For everything, social and work. the car is driven every day, and always serviced on time if not a bit earlier. WE had it checked over by a friend and he indicated that is was in very good condition. We will be taking it on a interstate road trip next month.
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Glow plugs
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Performs well 2018 Ranger recall for glow plugs.
Ford agent after trying to remove glow plug snapped off had to remove cylinder head only done 17000 km. If you purchase make sure no recalls on model purchased. Not a good look for Ford using inferior glow plugs. 150 w Inverter behind seat for 240 v charging of smart phone failed.
Great vehicle, however....
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)After a lot of research I purchased a new Ford Ranger XLT Supercab with Tech Pack in 2016. In my opinion it was the best equipped ute in its class and (again my opinion) by far the best looking. 2 years on I still love the vehicle. It has been 100% reliable with absolutely no mechanical or electrical issues so far. However I am extremely disappointed with two things in particular. Firstly the paint. I paid extra for premium paint and on close inspection you can definitely see the "orange peel" which I feel is poor for a close to $60,000 car. Al
... Read moreso the paint appears to be ultra thin. It scratches and chips far too easily. Secondly the panels are almost as thin as the paint. Even when washing you need to be very careful to not exert too much force as even a relatively light touch is enough to push a panel in and as I unfortunately found out, it doesn't always pop back out. All in all, a fantastic vehicle with some very disappointing flaws.
Ranger wind noise
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Its very comfortable, good visibility, fits four comfortably, safety features are top rate as is the dash technology. Plenty of power and a good ride over rough terrain.
But It’s thirsty, hard to park in small spaces and the wind noise in the cab is a design fault I assume. I have taken it back twice to rectify but with no success. At present I am taping up the drivers door frame to try and find the fault.
Great Ute
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Had my fx4 2017 for over a year now can’t fault it
I’ve pushed it to its limits bush 4wd sand snow towing and has performed out standing very comfortable inside (fx4 leather) best Ute I’ve ever owned I also had the previous mk1 2012 and enjoy it so much I had only one Ute in mind when I upgraded
Very Poor Auto Transmission
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XL (2015-2022)Biggest issue with the vehicle is the automatic transmission, it is the worst I have ever driven by far and I have owned Automatics from a 1967 Fairlane to many others through the years, I am also a trade qualified motor mechanic and worked in the industry for 10 years. The first 3 gears tend to change to early (at low revs) especially the shift between 2 and 3, then you have to put your foot down to keep moving because the engine is lugging, then the engine revs flare like it is slipping a clutch or the converter. This problem didn't exist when I picked it up but was very evident at 3,000 km. Have taken it back to the dealer and they tell me they are all like that, it is "normal" which I find hard to believe.
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Great car
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Picked up my new ford ranger last week, it’s a great car with plenty of torque. The car is awesome, just unfortunate that the service from Binks Ford in Victoria was so horrible. I would highly recommend the car for around town or some serious four wheel driving. Ver happy!
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Very dissatisfied
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Drives very well when everything works (rarely) However I have owned my XLT for 4 months and its done 8,000ks.
Have had a never ending list of things going wrong/not working.
Voice activation is intermittent.
Cruise control was intermittent till it gradually became non operational (This may have been fixed replaced front camera after 4 visits to Trevans in Lismore) front sensor same as cruise control.
Engine loses power (like the key has been turned off and then back on).
Headlights are very dim.
Radio reception is very very poor.
Nav s
Rubbish dealer won't warrant issues
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)I have warnings, car loses power some times when overtaking (A serious issue), starting issues, Collision assist issues etc. Ford said Diagnostics are perfect. My mechanic's (non Ford dealer) Diagnostics light up like a xmas tree. Ford will not repair wont return calls and emails. I think its a major cost to them. Am trading it in, let that dealer deal with it -the ute is crap.
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Wildtrak
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel Wildtrak (2015-2022)Love it great strong car looks and performs well although a turbo diesel v8 would go great with this awesome package, just about drives itself with all of the gadgets and gizmos
I think if the colour selection went further eg winning blue in wildtrak would be top notch
thanks Ford
Happy with Ranger XLT 3.2 2017
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Only 5000 k so far very impressive.
Pros.
Looks, power, infotainment, plenty 12v charging,smooth steering
Cons
Bit chewy on fuel on short runs 12-13L
No start stop button..newer models might have
Hate the door charms
Overall so far very impressed and will continue to provide feedback as i go.
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Have an issue with the indicators flashing at double speed on half turn to full turn of the steerin
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)We have developed an issue with the left and right indicators? They are working fine, no blown globes, but when the steering wheel is turned half or more, they will flash at
Double speed, like a normal car would if a bulb has blown? Not sure what is causing this or if it is actually a feature we don’t know about? Please help?
Rubbish
Ranger PX.II / PX.III 4x4 3.2L Turbo Diesel XLT (2015-2022)Engine died at 46000km. Dealer has had vehicle for 7 weeks now and I cannot get Ford Customer “Care” to reply to any form of contact. Totally unacceptable. Seems to be a common problem. Ford can’t or won’t tell me if they have fixed the base problem so I expect that the same thing will happen again.
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I picked up the above car from Harrigan’s after being told they diagnosed that there wasn’t a problem with the car and charging me $330 for my trouble as Ford Australia said it wasn’t a warranty issue
... Read more as I was driving out there drive there was an obvious knock so I recorded it on my phone and went back to the dealer. I texted the noise to the service manager before I was 1/2 away from the dealer I got a message from the service manager asking if they could get the car back again to check a few things Déjà vu back on the 19/8/19 see what happens then