Ford Ranger complaints by model year
8,469 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2025 | 42 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
| 2024 | 85 | 2 | 0 | 13 |
| 2023 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2022 | 37 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 | 117 | 6 | 3 | 6 |
| 2020 | 129 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| 2019 | 268 | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 235 | 9 | 1 | 5 |
| 2010 | 156 | 6 | 0 | 8 |
| 2009 | 169 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| 2008 | 326 | 9 | 1 | 5 |
| 2007 | 270 | 10 | 1 | 5 |
| 2006 | 271 | 14 | 2 | 12 |
| 2005 | 289 | 23 | 5 | 9 |
| 2004 | 404 | 42 | 3 | 10 |
| 2003 | 243 | 37 | 11 | 1 |
| 2002 | 346 | 43 | 12 | 3 |
| 2001 | 515 | 62 | 9 | 4 |
| 2000 | 670 | 86 | 12 | 3 |
| 1999 | 755 | 96 | 14 | 4 |
| 1998 | 576 | 66 | 29 | 5 |
| 1997 | 411 | 40 | 8 | 1 |
| 1996 | 413 | 41 | 18 | 2 |
| 1995 | 321 | 25 | 9 | 1 |
| 1994 | 438 | 53 | 15 | 4 |
| 1993 | 232 | 31 | 15 | 3 |
| 1992 | 189 | 13 | 32 | 2 |
| 1991 | 132 | 9 | 21 | 2 |
| 1990 | 105 | 9 | 15 | 3 |
| 1989 | 73 | 6 | 14 | 1 |
| 1988 | 89 | 5 | 23 | 1 |
| 1987 | 50 | 4 | 14 | 4 |
| 1986 | 35 | 2 | 12 | 4 |
| 1985 | 27 | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| 1984 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 6 |
| 1983 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2016–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 0 | 0 | 92 | 49 | 59 | 17 | 5 | 34 | 15 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 40 | 11 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 26 | 9 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 27 | 16 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 0 | 0 | 34 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 20 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 18 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Ranger recalls (102)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Ranger model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V605000 | Sep 22, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2026 | — |
| 26V548000 | Aug 25, 2026 | Improperly Manufactured Pistons May Fail | 2026 | — |
| 26V343000 | May 27, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from Engine Failure | 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V335000 | May 26, 2026 | Incorrect Tire and Weight Capacity Information/FMVSS 110 | 2026 | 51.9% |
| 26V268000 | Apr 28, 2026 | Loose Bolt in Front Seat Frame | 2024, 2025, 2026 | 33.9% |
| 26V238000 | Apr 14, 2026 | Sun Visor Wiring May Cause Fire | 2024, 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure | 2025 | — |
| 26V104000 | Feb 20, 2026 | Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108 | 2024, 2025, 2026 | 65.7% |
| 25V823000 | Dec 1, 2025 | Loss of Power Brake Assist | 2025 | 46.4% |
| 25V685000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire | 2019–2024 | — |
| 25V683000 | Oct 10, 2025 | Inadequate Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212 | 2025 | 55.6% |
| 25V678000 | Oct 9, 2025 | Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208 | 2025 | 91.9% |
| 25V597000 | Sep 11, 2025 | High Pressure Fuel Pump May Leak and Cause a Fire | 2024 | 44.4% |
| 25V572000 | Sep 3, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2019 | 15.4% |
| 25V541000 | Aug 22, 2025 | Air Bag May Tear/FMVSS 226 | 2024, 2025, 2026 | 64% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2025 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 4wd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/ec 4wd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/ec 2wd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 2wd |
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 2wd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | pu/cc 2wd |
| 2011 | ★★☆☆☆ | 2★ | 3★ | 3★ | pu/ec 4x2 |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Ranger FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Ranger had?
NHTSA lists 102 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Ranger model year from 1983 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Ranger year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2004 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (404) and the 2014 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Ranger problems?
Across the 2016–2026 model years, owners most often name the power train, electrical system, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Ranger get?
EPA rates the 2026 Ford Ranger at 17 to 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.