Recalls
8campaigns
2 electrical · 2 engine · 1 equipment
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
7filed
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 (8)
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2026 Ford Ranger. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · display function
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 10.1-inch center stack screen. The screen may lose power and fail to display the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed October 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 25, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported11,405 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Improperly Manufactured Pistons May Fail
Engine and engine cooling · engine · hard parts internal/mechanical
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported10,001 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 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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Incorrect Tire and Weight Capacity Information/FMVSS 110
Equipment · other · labels
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The vehicle specifications listed on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect, including the VIN, capacity weight, seating capacity, front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire and rim dimensions, and recommended cold tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Consequence
- The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the certification and TREAD labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C24. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
51.9% repairedof 268 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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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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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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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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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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Owner complaints (7)
7 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
0involved 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 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 2 | 28.6% |
| Seats | 2 | 28.6% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 28.6% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 14.3% |
| Engine | 1 | 14.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 14.3% |
| Wheels | 1 | 14.3% |
How 2026 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 (2026)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), 2026 Ford Ranger pu/cc 4wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
23
mpg combined
21
city
25
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 395 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 / 25 / 23 | $2,900 | 395 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 421 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 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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2026 Ford Ranger FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 Ford Ranger have?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns: 26V605000 (electrical), 26V548000 (engine), 26V343000 (engine), 26V335000 (equipment), 26V268000 (seat), 26V238000 (electrical), 26V104000 (brake), 25V541000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 Ford Ranger problems?
Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (2), Seats (2), Unknown or other (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 Ford Ranger get?
EPA rates the 2.3 L 4-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 21 city, 25 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2026 Ford Ranger get?
NHTSA rated the 2026 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 2026 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 2026 drew 7. 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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