2011 FORD RANGER

6 recalls, 260 complaints - 31 TSBs - 2/5 safety rating

21V158000 Mar 10, 2021
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion, Lincoln Zephyr, Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to ... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side airbag inflator or module with an alternate one, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 9, 2021 for the passenger side, and November 14, 2022 for the driver side. Owners may contact Ford customer service at ... Read more
2,602,668 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
21E013000 Feb 16, 2021
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain air bag inflator and/or module replacement service parts that may have been used as part of a collision repair. The parts include certain driver-side air bag inflators and/or modules, designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang and Mustang GT500. It also i... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Ford will notify dealers that purchased the affected parts, and dealers will provide replacement parts to purchasers, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.
249 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
21V081000 Feb 16, 2021
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger air bag module, and replace either the module or the inflator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S... Read more
1,067 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
19V001000 Jan 7, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Vi... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's num... Read more
782,384 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
16V384000 May 31, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever register... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on July 15, 2016. Owners will... Read more
1,892,343 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
11V352000 Jul 13, 2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 TH... Read more
Consequence
NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
26,715 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Complaint Statistics

260 total complaints 12 crashes 2 fires 9 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS190
EXTERIOR LIGHTING8
SERVICE BRAKES8
STRUCTURE:BODY7
POWER TRAIN6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
ENGINE4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM4
STEERING3
AIR BAGS Jun 15, 2026
Incident date: Jun 11, 2026
I received a letter from FORD identifying my Ranger as in need of an airbag replacement under recall, for free installation and parts. I called the only Ford dealer in town, Capitol Ford, Santa Fe, NM, and was told they were unable to replace my airbag because they did not have the parts for it and ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Jun 2, 2025
The Thor motorhome has several windows. The windows they installed are laminated windows, with two panes of glass and a seal or glue which connects the outer glass to the inner glass. The attachment method for the outer glass is ineffective. As a result, the outer glass pane comes loose from the ... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 7, 2024
Incident date: Oct 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount o... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Oct 7, 2024
Incident date: Oct 7, 2024
When in auto-mode, the headlights randomly just turn off while driving which is a huge safety risk. This has been happening randomly every once in a while since at least 2021. It seems to be happening more often now. Also, the taillights are randomly turning on at night when the car is off.
ENGINE Oct 7, 2024
Incident date: Oct 7, 2024
The engine failed as coolant leaked into cylinder 3 causing a misfire/malfunction. The check engine light came on intermittently along with an alert that said the coolant was over temperature, a week prior to the failure. I then took the vehicle into Tires Plus on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines Iowa w... Read more
STEERING Jul 24, 2024
Incident date: Jul 10, 2024
I am the original owner and from the start of ownership in 2015 I noticed after 30 plus minutes of driving when making a sweeping left turn, like around an S turn in a road, the steering wheel would have resistance. At the point of resistance if I go back to the right it is smooth. Try to turn left ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 14, 2021
The location of the vehicle's transmission valve body assembly subjects it to excessively high heat which subsequently causes it to fail. The vehicle was purchased used with 35,115 miles and the valve body assembly failed at 58,344 miles. Since owned, the vehicle has been well maintained and alway... Read more
ENGINE May 25, 2023
Incident date: May 19, 2023
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service vehicle warning light and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated he used an ODB code reader and retrieved diagnostic trouble code P0741. The vehicle was taken to the... Read more
STEERING Feb 20, 2023
Incident date: Nov 15, 2022
Driving the car and the engine shut off on me. Brakes didn’t work. Steering didn’t work. Just coasted on a busy highway to safety. I’m lucky I’m not dead. No warning it would happen.
SUSPENSION Feb 6, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
vehicle has a front rusted subframe in two spots on passenger side it will not pass inspection. it is Dangerous to keep driving it it looks like there is a recall on this issue in 04/2009, but it says 0 unrepaired recalls which is obviously not correct Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Repo... Read more
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Nov 24, 2022
The spare tire fell off the vehicle, including the hoist, while driving down the road. The frame crossmember holding the hoist is rotted through, with virtually no other rust anywhere else on the body and frame. Yes, you can come see it at any time. I have not bothered taking it to a dealership. Sin... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 13, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The faulty airbag is unable to be replaced due to Ford not being able to get replacement parts. It puts me at risk every day that I drive it because if I got into an accident and the airbag deploys, it can project metal shards into my body which can be life threatening or even cause death.
AIR BAGS Sep 27, 2022
Incident date: Mar 25, 2021
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 26, 2022
Incident date: May 1, 2021
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufactur... Read more
AIR BAGS Jul 24, 2022
Incident date: Jul 24, 2022
Made several attempts with Ford Dealership to remedy the recall without success.
AIR BAGS Jun 28, 2022
Incident date: Jun 28, 2022
I live in Florida. It has been 15 months since Ford notified me that a second airbag needed replacing. I have not heard from them since then. This is not what I would consider a timely replacement. The truck is a 2011 and I'm 73 years old. I feel the Ford is trying to run out the clock on my repair.
AIR BAGS May 31, 2022
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V001000 (Air Bags) and 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer and Earnhardt Ford (7300 W Orchid Ln, Chandler, AZ 85226:(480) 893-0000)... Read more
AIR BAGS May 25, 2022
Incident date: May 25, 2022
Ford has failed to make a remedy available for a safety recall from 14 months ago
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS Mar 28, 2022
Incident date: Jul 1, 2021
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the front bumper detached from the vehicle without incident. The first time the failure occurred, the contact noticed the failure before entering the vehicle. The contact placed the bumper into the bed of his tru... Read more
AIR BAGS Mar 3, 2022
Incident date: Mar 25, 2021
Recall was issued almost a year ago (March 25, 2021). This is a potential life-threatening defect and apparently Ford still does not have the parts needed to effect the fix.
AIR BAGS Feb 2, 2022
Incident date: Apr 1, 2021
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Ford Ranger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet ... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Mar 25, 2021
I was notified in April 2021 that there was a safety issue with the driver side airbag. The notification stated that when parts were available Ford Motor Company would send me a letter to contact the dealer to have the repairs made. I have contacted my dealer at various times and the parts are still... Read more
AIR BAGS Sep 28, 2021
Incident date: Sep 28, 2021
2011 FORD RANGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHSTA AIR BAG SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE PARTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE RECALL WERE UNAVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS Jul 16, 2021
Incident date: Apr 1, 2021
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Ford Ranger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact had received a call from the dealer and was informed that the parts were available. After dropp... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY May 5, 2021
Incident date: May 4, 2021
HI, I BOUGHT MY 2011 FORD RANGER SPORT AT A CAR DEALERSHIP. I HAVE HAD IT FOR 3 YEARS, AND I PAY $340 A MONTH IN PAYMENTS. THE COMPANY THAT SOLD ME THE TRUCK IS NETAUTOMOBILE. IT WAS APPROX $18,000. I STILL OWE A LOT OF MONEY ON THIS TRUCK. I FOUND OUT THAT THE TRUCKS FRAME IS RUSTED BADLY, AND THER... Read more
AIR BAGS May 3, 2021
Incident date: May 3, 2021
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V158000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL R... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Sep 15, 2020
Incident date: Sep 11, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, AND HORN BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS LIKE NHTSA C... Read more
AIR BAGS Jul 7, 2020
Incident date: Aug 27, 2019
I'VE CONTACTED EMPIRE FORD OF ABINGDON VIRGINIA TWICE BY PHONE: ONCE ON AUGUST 27TH AND AGAIN ON AUGUST 28TH 2019, AND WENT IN PERSON TO THE DEALERSHIP ON THE 25TH OF SEPTEMBER 2019 AND PHYSICAL HANDED THEM MY VEHICLE REGISTRATION TO GET THIS RECALL TAKEN CARE OF. AS OF YET, JULY 2020, I HAVE HAD NO... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 22, 2020
Incident date: Jun 11, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT ROAD. THE FRONT WHEEL ON DRIVERS SIDE FELL OFF CAUSING THE TRUCK TO ROLL GOING AIRBORNE AND LANDING UPSIDE DOWN IN A CREEK DOWN A 20 FT EMBANKMENT. THE AIRBAG WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED AT A LOCAL FORD DEALER. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. LAST THING I REMEMBER WAS GENTLY TA... Read more
Crash 1 injured
WHEELS Jun 22, 2020
Incident date: Jun 11, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT ROAD. THE FRONT WHEEL ON DRIVERS SIDE FELL OFF CAUSING THE TRUCK TO ROLL GOING AIRBORNE AND LANDING UPSIDE DOWN IN A CREEK DOWN A 20 FT EMBANKMENT. THE AIRBAG WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED AT A LOCAL FORD DEALER. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. LAST THING I REMEMBER WAS GENTLY TA... Read more
Crash 1 injured
AIR BAGS Apr 18, 2020
Incident date: Apr 15, 2020
BARTLESVILLE, OK. FORD MOTOR CO. REFUSED TO COME GET MY TRUCK FOR REPAIR. I HAVE NO INSURANCE ON IT BECSUSE I CAN'T AFFORD IT NOW. ON MY NOTICE IT STATED THAT ITS FREE OF CHARGE ANYWAY. EVEN TOWING. WHAT DO I NEED TO DO ? IT WAS THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT TOLD ME NO ..
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Apr 3, 2020
WHEN TURNED IT OFF THERE WAS FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. PUT FIRE OUT WITH WATER TRUCK WILL NOT RUN OR MOVE. *TR
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Apr 3, 2020
WHEN TURNED IT OFF THERE WAS FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. PUT FIRE OUT WITH WATER TRUCK WILL NOT RUN OR MOVE. *TR
Fire
AIR BAGS Feb 6, 2020
Incident date: Jan 27, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000(AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NEW BRIGHTON FORD 1100 SILVER LAKE RD NW, NEW BRIGHTON, MN 55112 TO HAVE THE RECALL SERVICED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS RETURN... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 3, 2020
Incident date: Jan 3, 2019
MY PASSENGER DOOR KEEPS OPENING WHEN I HIT THE LITTLEST BOMB AND WHEN-MAKE IT A RIGHT HAND TURN THE DOORS ARE NOT IN A LINE FOR SOME REASON BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER DOORS ARE MOVING OUT OF THE LINE NOT SURE WHAT'S GOING ON WITH MY VEHICLE PLEASE HELP I HAVE NEVER HAD AN ACCIDENT THAT WOULD MAKE TO ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Dec 28, 2019
Incident date: Dec 28, 2019
DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DUE TO FAULTY LATCH ASSEMBLY MADE OF PLASTIC. DOOR WAS CLOSED AND THERE WERE NO INDICATORS OF IT BEING AJAR UNTIL IT OPENED AT 35 M.P.H. ON A BUSY ROADWAY.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Sep 7, 2019
Incident date: Sep 6, 2019
2011 FORD RANGER COULD BE RELATED TO FORD'S SAFETY RECALL NO. 11C18. : ON 09-06-19, DURING NIGHT TIME, A CO-WORKER FOLLOWING THIS VEHICLE REPORTED TO THE OWNER THAT ALL REAR TAIL LIGHTS; BRAKE LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY FLASHERS HAVE STOPPED WORKING. ON-09-07- 2019, THE FUSES WERE CHECKED AND APPEAR TO ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 7, 2019
Incident date: Sep 6, 2019
2011 FORD RANGER COULD BE RELATED TO FORD'S SAFETY RECALL NO. 11C18. : ON 09-06-19, DURING NIGHT TIME, A CO-WORKER FOLLOWING THIS VEHICLE REPORTED TO THE OWNER THAT ALL REAR TAIL LIGHTS; BRAKE LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY FLASHERS HAVE STOPPED WORKING. ON-09-07- 2019, THE FUSES WERE CHECKED AND APPEAR TO ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jul 24, 2019
Incident date: Jun 19, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. OXMOOR FORD (100 OXMOOR LN, LOU... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 25, 2019
Incident date: Jun 25, 2019
WORKING ON FRIENDS PU. 2.3L COMPLAINT STICKY THROTTLE. TURNING THROTTLE BY HAND AT JUNCTURE OF THROTTLE CABLE SHOWS OBVIOUS STICKING. DISCONNECT CABLE, STILL STICKS. CAREFUL OBSERVING REVEALED INTERFERENCE POINT BETWEEN THROTTLE ATTACHMENT AND UNRELATED LIFTING METAL IMMEDIATELY UNDERNEATH. FIX WAS ... Read more
ENGINE Jun 25, 2019
Incident date: Jun 25, 2019
WORKING ON FRIENDS PU. 2.3L COMPLAINT STICKY THROTTLE. TURNING THROTTLE BY HAND AT JUNCTURE OF THROTTLE CABLE SHOWS OBVIOUS STICKING. DISCONNECT CABLE, STILL STICKS. CAREFUL OBSERVING REVEALED INTERFERENCE POINT BETWEEN THROTTLE ATTACHMENT AND UNRELATED LIFTING METAL IMMEDIATELY UNDERNEATH. FIX WAS ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 20, 2019
Incident date: Jun 20, 2019
TAKATA RECALL: I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET MY PASSENGER AIRBAG REPLACED SINCE THE RECALL CAME OUT IN FEBRUARY AND I HAVE BEEN BLOWN OFF 3 TIMES BY THE DEALERSHIP. THE FIRST TIME I CALLED I WAS TOLD BY A SERVICE DEPT. REP THAT THEY HAD TO ORDER THE PARTS IN MARCH AND TO CALL BACK IN 5 WEEKS IF THEY D... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 18, 2019
Incident date: Mar 28, 2019
TAKATA RECALL. AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE I PROMPTLY WENT TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER (ANDY SHAW FORD IN SYLVA, NC) IN FEBRUARY 2019. AFTER MORE THAN A MONTH THEY TOLD ME TO COME IN AND THEY WOULD TAKE CARE OF IT. I CONTINUE TO RECEIVE RECALL NOTICES, ALMOST THREE MONTHS AFTER THEY SAID IT WAS R... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 30, 2019
Incident date: Jul 5, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE TURN SIGNALS, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING INDICATOR, AND FLASHERS FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURES RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COURT STREET FORD (815-306-0491, LOCATED AT 558 WILLIAM R LATHAM... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING May 30, 2019
Incident date: Jul 5, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE TURN SIGNALS, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING INDICATOR, AND FLASHERS FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURES RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COURT STREET FORD (815-306-0491, LOCATED AT 558 WILLIAM R LATHAM... Read more
AIR BAGS May 30, 2019
Incident date: Feb 1, 2019
CALLED DEALER (SUNSHINE FORD-NEWBURG,NY) AND GOT AN APPOINTMENT FOR 3/19/2019, BUT THEY CANCELLED BECAUSE THE BAG DIDN'T ARRIVE. I WAS TOLD I WOULD BE NOTIFIED WHEN THEY RECEIVED ONE. I GOT A SECOND NOTICE IN APRIL AND CALLED SUNSHINE BACK. THEY AGAIN SAID THEY WOULD CALL WHEN THE BAG ARRIVED. I GOT... Read more
AIR BAGS May 2, 2019
Incident date: Apr 8, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. KELLY FORD (420 CABOT ST, BEVERLY, MA 01915, (978) 922-0059) WAS CONTACTED A... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 26, 2019
WHEN SCHEDULING A RECALL FOR THE AIRBAG I WAS TOLD MY LOCAL DEALER WOULD NOT HAVE THE PART FOR 3 TO 4 WEEKS AND WAS TOLD TO TRY ANOTHER DEALER 15 MILES AWAY. FORD PUT ME ON A LIST AT THE LOCAL DEALER. THE RECALL(19S01 /NHTSA RECALL 19V-001) THAT I RECEIVED STATES BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WILL... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 17, 2019
Incident date: Jan 28, 2019
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED DAVID STANLEY FORD OF MIDWEST CITY AT 405-733-1611 (LOCATED AT 6601 SE 29TH ST, MIDWEST CITY, OK 73110) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NO... Read more
POWER TRAIN Apr 14, 2019
Incident date: Apr 14, 2019
MY TRUCK HAS 55,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN BABIED AND NOT DRIVEN HARD AND HAS A TRANSMISSION LEAK LOCATED ON MY GARAGE FLOOR ' I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT SHOULD NOT HAVE OCCURRED ' I LOCATED THE LEAK THIS MORNING ON MY GARAGE FLOOR ON 4/14/2019

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 FORD RANGER

2011 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4x4

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Frontal Crash 2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Frontal Crash, Driver 2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger 2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Side Crash 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover Risk 26.7%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 FORD RANGER

31 manufacturer communications from 11 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT4
060000 ENGINE (PWS)2
140000 AIR BAGS2
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE1
SSM 52476 Apr 24, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
22B05 S1 Jul 27, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion and MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT ??A?A?
22B05 Mar 28, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion & MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection: Ford Motor Company has determined that
SSM 47976 May 10, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/tran
SSM 47201 Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco
SSM 47080 Feb 14, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the Spotify app via AppLink. As of an update released on 1/15/2018 Spotify will no longer be supporting their AppLink integration. No re
SSM 47009 Jan 10, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 47009 Jan 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 47009 Jan 10, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 46332 Jan 24, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPLACING THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SYNC/NAVIGATION SYSTEM WITH EITHER AN AFTERMARKET SYNC/NAVIGATION KIT OR MODIFYING ORIGINAL SYNC/NAVIGATION PARTS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FEATURES IS NOT RECOMMENDED NOR SUPPORTED ON ANY FORD, MERCURY OR LINCO
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085 Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
44863 Jul 1, 2015
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
FORD: NO SERVICE ACTION IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS CONDITION. PLEASE USE AT YOUR DISCRETION. VARIOUS 2010-2015 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A TURBULENCE NOISE, SIMILAR TO AN HELICOPTER NOISE, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN THE REAR DOOR WINDOW(S) OR SUNROO
TSB-14-0084 Apr 24, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME TRUCKS ARE EXPERIENCING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P2270 OR P2272, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) COMES ON. MODEL 2010-2011 RANGER, 2010-2012 E SERIES, EXPEDITION, F-150, F-SUPER DUTY, NAVIGATOR. *PE
TSB-14-0084 Apr 24, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME TRUCKS ARE EXPERIENCING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P2270 OR P2272, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) COMES ON. MODEL 2010-2011 RANGER, 2010-2012 E SERIES, EXPEDITION, F-150, F-SUPER DUTY, NAVIGATOR. *PE

NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD RANGER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE05066 Opened: Dec 5, 2005 , Closed: Mar 24, 2006
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2003
BRAKE LIGHTS INOPERATIVE
THIS PE WAS OPENED BASED ON TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) #05-6-19 ISSUED BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND SERVICE BULLETIN #09-008/5 ISSUED BY MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION TO ADDRESS CONCERNS OF THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT (CHMSL) WIRING HARNESS CHAFFING. THE TSB'S AFFECTED THE FORD SUPER CAB AND MAZ... Read more
DP00005 Opened: Oct 2, 2000 , Closed: May 15, 2001
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1997
FRONT SEAT BELT
There is no summary currently available
PE93045 Opened: May 7, 1993 , Closed: Aug 31, 1993
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1993
STEERING GEAR BOLT BROKEN
There is no summary currently available
EA90016 Opened: Mar 23, 1990 , Closed: Oct 23, 1990
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1986
GEAR SHIFT LEVER FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE89129 Opened: Jun 7, 1989 , Closed: Mar 23, 1990
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
GEARSHIFT LEVER BREAKS
SUMMARY: CONSUMERS ALLEGE THAT GEAR SHIFT LEVER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLESEQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY FRACTURE, RESULTING IN INABILITYTO SHIFT GEARS.ADDITIONALLY, FRACTURE MAY OCCUR AT A LOCATION WHICHALLOWS TRUNNION PIN TO FALL INTO GEARSHIFT MECHANISM, POSSIBLY LOCKING UPTHE TRANSMISSION AN... Read more
PE87012 Opened: Dec 19, 1986 , Closed: May 15, 1987
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER:INSTANCES WERE FOUND WHERESPRING LOCK COUPLINGS FAILED CAUSING GASOLINE TO BE RELEASED THROUGHOUTTHE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUSING FIRES. FAILURE OF THE COUPLINGS CAN TAKEPLACE AFTER COMPLIANCE WITH A FORD RECALL CAMPAIGN, ON NEWLY DELIVEREDVEHICLES FROM THE FAC... Read more
DP85020 Opened: Apr 11, 1985 , Closed: Jun 6, 1985
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1985
STALLING WHEN COLD
STALLING WHEN COLD
DP85008 Opened: Jan 4, 1985 , Closed: Apr 26, 1985
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1984
STALLING
STALLING

FORD RANGER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FORD RANGER across all model years (1983, 2026).

278 Total Recalls
10,463 Total Complaints
8 Investigations
957 Reported Crashes
386 Reported Fires
46 Reported Deaths

FORD RANGER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 6 6 View
2025 13 47 View
2024 13 85 View
2023 4 20 View
2022 5 51 View
2021 6 151 View
2020 7 148 View
2019 11 344 View
2017 0 1 View
2016 0 1 View
2014 0 1 View
2011 (current) 6 260
2010 9 171 View
2009 8 178 View
2008 6 340 View
2007 6 282 View
2006 12 316 View
2005 11 353 View
2004 12 462 View
2003 5 310 View
2002 7 449 View
2001 9 687 View
2000 8 849 View
1999 10 966 View
1998 11 744 View
1997 7 536 View
1996 8 533 View
1995 7 451 View
1994 11 531 View
1993 10 272 View
1992 6 231 View
1991 6 145 View
1990 5 141 View
1989 3 88 View
1988 2 117 View
1987 5 58 View
1986 5 50 View
1985 3 33 View
1984 8 12 View
1983 7 13 View
1979 0 1 View
1978 0 1 View

Other FORD Models

Model Recalls Complaints
MUSTANG 1,104 11,600 View
F-350 SD 776 2,363 View
F-450 SD 692 624 View
F-150 692 46,142 View
F-250 SD 638 3,635 View
EXPLORER 624 42,549 View
F-550 SD 578 603 View
EXPEDITION 555 11,534 View