The 2021 Ford Ranger has 18 steering parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 5 brands, covering all 4 engine options (2.2L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged, 2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 2.5L L4 and 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The steering system on the 2021 Ford Ranger connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. All 18 listed parts are Tie Rod End (14 parts), Knuckle (3 parts) and Steering Gear (1 part).
The 2021 Ford Ranger was sold with 4 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
5 brands supply steering parts for the 2021 Ford Ranger, led by MOTORCRAFT (6 parts), MEVOTECH (3 parts) and MOOG (3 parts), plus 2 more brands. Quality grades include Daily Driver and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2021 Ford Ranger. 3 parts have it, including MEVOTECH MS40775 (Tie Rod End) and MOTORCRAFT MEF514 (Tie Rod End). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Knuckle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MEF613 | 🇲🇽 MX | RightCast Iron | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MEF633 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MEF3721 | 🇲🇽 MX | Left | View on Amazon |
This table covers the steering knuckles that carry the hub, caliper and ball joints.
MOTORCRAFT supplies the 3 Knuckle parts for the 2021 Ford Ranger.
Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT MEF613, MOTORCRAFT MEF633 and MOTORCRAFT MEF3721.
Steering Gear
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | STE935 | 🇲🇽 MX | New | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Steering gears.
This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT STE935.
Tie Rod End
Daily Driver
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEVOTECH Popular Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MS40775 | 🇲🇽 MX | SupremeIncludes Jam Nut | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MEF514 | 🇲🇽 MX | Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MS406152 | 🇲🇽 MX | Supreme | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MS406153 | 🇲🇽 MX | Supreme | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | ES801799 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outer | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | ES801800 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outer | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | EV801629 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | MEF684 | 🇲🇽 MX | Right | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | X15TR0458 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | X15TE1110 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outer | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | X15TE1111 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outer | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | 543951 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outer | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | 543785 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 2.5L L4, 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged | 543952 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment.
14 Tie Rod End parts for the 2021 Ford Ranger come from 5 brands — MEVOTECH, MOOG, SUSPENSIA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH MS40775.
In the Daily Driver grade, MEVOTECH, MOOG, SUSPENSIA and 1 other brand supply 11 parts: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is MEVOTECH MS40775.
The Economy section lists 3 options from DORMAN — the catalog's value-priced group. DORMAN 543951 is listed in this group.
Buying Steering Parts for a 2021 Ford Ranger
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Match the engine first. Every steering part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Tie Rod End and Knuckle .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 2021 Ford Ranger?
Our catalog currently lists 18 steering parts for the 2021 Ford Ranger across 3 subcategories and 5 brands, covering all 4 engine options (2.2L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged, 2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 2.5L L4 and 3.2L L5 DIESEL Turbocharged). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do steering parts differ between 2021 Ford Ranger engines?
Yes. Every steering part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 2021 Ford Ranger?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2021 Ford Ranger was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2021 Ford Ranger?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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