I had a 2018 Ford F150 with the 2.7L. I traded that in on my Ranger with the same 2.7L engine. I had almost 100K on the F150 and that engine ran as good at 100K as it did brand new. I never had any issues with that Truck. I expect the same from my Ranger.
Mine did not seem to be working either, after locking the doors I would push the start button twice and no start. I kept trying and each time, nothing happened. I figured I would have the dealer look at it when I had my first oil change. Last week I locked the doors and pushed the start...
I traded in my 2018 F150 for my Ranger but I had the Firestone Destination AT's on for 1 year. I loved those tires. I honestly do not remember sliding or loosing traction once last winter. They also rode very quiet. Great tires.