Recalls
13campaigns
3 brake · 2 engine · 2 seat
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
42filed
Owner reports, 2016–2026 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
4★overall
★★★★☆ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 3★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
23mpg combined
$2,840/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
2.3 L 4-cyl· 10-speed automatic
4 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (13)
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2025 Ford Ranger. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Loss of Drive Power from Engine Failure
Engine and engine cooling · engine · hard parts internal/mechanical
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported1,536 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V343000
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Loose Bolt in Front Seat Frame
Seats · critical fasteners
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
- Consequence
- A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
33.9% repairedof 179,698 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V268000
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Sun Visor Wiring May Cause Fire
Electrical system
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
- Consequence
- Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 6/29/2026 for Phase 2 and the week of 7/27/2026 for Phase 3. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S29. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported140,201 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure
Engine and engine cooling · exhaust system · emission control · gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported47,804 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108
Electrical system · integrated trailer brake control
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
65.7% repairedof 4,381,878 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Loss of Power Brake Assist
Service brakes, hydraulic · power assist · electric · control module
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
46.4% repairedof 679 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Inadequate Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212
Visibility · windshield
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
55.6% repairedof 9 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208
Air bags · frontal
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger vehicles. The instrument panel top cover may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C54. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
91.9% repairedof 405 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Air Bag May Tear/FMVSS 226
Air bags · side/window · curtain
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The side curtain air bags may contact the B-Pillar inner reinforcements and tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Consequence
- Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C41.
64% repairedof 100,900 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Loss of Power Brake Assist
Service brakes, hydraulic · power assist · electric · control module · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
92.1% repairedof 312,120 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Improperly Displaying Instrument Panel/FMVSS 101, 126
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger trucks. The instrument panel was not properly configured, preventing many of the the warning lights or gauges from properly displaying. This includes forward collision warnings, auto emergency braking, traction control, roll stability, and other gauges. The fuel gauge, distance to empty, and fuel economy may also not show accurately. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequence
- An instrument panel that does not clearly display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Fords number for this recall is 25C23.
82.2% repairedof 45 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Loss of Steering from Front Control Arm Separation
Suspension · front · control arm · upper ball joint
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
- Consequence
- A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.
81.7% repairedof 4,497 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Loose or Missing Bolts on Driver's Seat/FMVSS 207
Seats · critical fasteners
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence
- A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.
50% repairedof 46 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (42)
42 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
3involved a crash
0involved a fire
1injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 42 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 15 | 35.7% |
| Engine | 12 | 28.6% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 21.4% |
| Service brakes | 7 | 16.7% |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 14.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 11.9% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 7.1% |
| Air bags | 2 | 4.8% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 4.8% |
| Seats | 2 | 4.8% |
How 2025 compares with other Ranger years
Best and worst Ranger years →20161
20171
2019268
2020129
2021117
202237
202318
202485
202542
20267
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 268 | 11 |
| 2020 | 129 | 7 |
| 2021 | 117 | 6 |
| 2022 | 37 | 5 |
| 2023 | 18 | 4 |
| 2024 | 85 | 13 |
| 2025 | 42 | 13 |
| 2026 | 7 | 8 |
This year (2025)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Overall★★★★☆
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 22.8%★★★☆☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2025 Ford Ranger pu/cc 4wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
23
mpg combined
21
city
26
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 380 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
$2,840per year
$237per month
652gallons a year
Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $2,900 | 380 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 405 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 431 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 18 / 17 | $3,950 | 525 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2025 Ford Ranger FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Ranger have?
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns: 26V343000 (engine), 26V268000 (seat), 26V238000 (electrical), 26V122000 (engine), 26V104000 (brake), 25V823000 (brake), 25V683000 (visibility), 25V678000 (air bag), 25V541000 (air bag), 25V488000 (brake), 25V399000 (electrical), 25V310000 (suspension), 25V311000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Ford Ranger problems?
Owners filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (15), Engine (12), Electrical system (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Ford Ranger get?
EPA rates the 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 21 city, 26 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2025 Ford Ranger get?
NHTSA rated the 2025 Ford Ranger pu/cc 4wd 4 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (22.8% rollover risk).
How does the 2025 Ranger compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Ford Ranger model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2019 the most (268). The 2025 drew 42. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.
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