2024 FORD RANGER
13 recalls, 120 complaints - 34 TSBs
26V268000 Apr 28, 2026
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
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 r... Read more
26V238000 Apr 14, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
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... Read more
26V104000 Feb 20, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
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... Read more
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 Identificati... Read more
25V685000 Oct 10, 2025
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it t... Read more
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Int... Read more
25V597000 Sep 11, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S90.
25V541000 Aug 22, 2025
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Defect Description
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 Mi... Read more
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.
25V315000 May 14, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicle... Read more
Consequence
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety... Read more
25V310000 May 9, 2025
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
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.
25V237000 Apr 11, 2025
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-597. When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the windows may not automatically reverse after detecting an object. As such, these v... Read more
Consequence
A closing window may exert excessive force and pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C10.
25V164000 Mar 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Consequence
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
24V848000 Nov 8, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger vehicles. The fuel vapor line bracket may have insufficient clearance to the fuel vapor line, which can result in fuel vapor line damage that can lead to a fuel vapor leak.
Consequence
A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for a fuel vapor line bracket and install a tie strap to secure the fuel vapor line to the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S71.
24V770000 Oct 16, 2024
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been installed or tightened properly, 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 verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Cus... Read more
24V597000 Aug 9, 2024
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the windows may not automatically reverse after detecting an object. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Moto... Read more
Consequence
A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C24.
Complaint Statistics
120 total complaints
5 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 21 |
| POWER TRAIN | 20 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
| ENGINE | 10 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 8 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 6 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | 3 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
lariat ranger 2024 changes modes without input from driver. This has happened dozen times btu not consistent It has happened at 80mph on interstate ,35 mph on road, leaving parking space, and turning corner after stopping for stop light This time went in to 4wheel drive low on dry pavement very dif... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
lariat ranger 2024 changes modes without input from driver. This has happened dozen times btu not consistent It has happened at 80mph on interstate ,35 mph on road, leaving parking space, and turning corner after stopping for stop light This time went in to 4wheel drive low on dry pavement very dif... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 1, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
vehicle has a reoccurring no throttle response issue on turns only, not in a traction/stability loss scenario. not during any abnormal body roll scenario's . has happened many times with no related codes present. the vehicle now has 13k miles but first started around 2k miles. the issues typicall... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 30, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
This 2024 Ford Ranger Pickup is part of recall # 26V238. The vehicle has been at the dealer since 6/20/2026. Today is 8/30/2026. There have been several dates given for the release of the fix for this recall and all have come and gone. Ford does not seem to be acting in a timely manner to correct th... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2024
On multiple occasions while driving the vehicle will randomly change drive modes by its self. It will try to go into 4x4 low gear (rock crawl mode) at highway speeds. This has happened a dozen times since I purchased the vehicle new.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 7, 2026
The vehicle occasionally will change drive modes while in motion. In the past three months, it has switched from Normal to Baja mode three times and from Normal to Rock Crawl mode one time. The issues occured while driving on the freeway in construction traffic, driving slowly down rural county road... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 7, 2026
The vehicle occasionally will change drive modes while in motion. In the past three months, it has switched from Normal to Baja mode three times and from Normal to Rock Crawl mode one time. The issues occured while driving on the freeway in construction traffic, driving slowly down rural county road... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 7, 2026
The vehicle occasionally will change drive modes while in motion. In the past three months, it has switched from Normal to Baja mode three times and from Normal to Rock Crawl mode one time. The issues occured while driving on the freeway in construction traffic, driving slowly down rural county road... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2024
On multiple occasions while driving the vehicle will randomly change drive modes by its self. It will try to go into 4x4 low gear (rock crawl mode) at highway speeds. This has happened a dozen times since I purchased the vehicle new.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2024
On multiple occasions while driving the vehicle will randomly change drive modes by its self. It will try to go into 4x4 low gear (rock crawl mode) at highway speeds. This has happened a dozen times since I purchased the vehicle new.
POWER TRAIN
Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 15, 2026
The transmission under several circumstances will just stall out. Will NOT allow the vehicle to accelerate. Flooring the gas pedal does not do anything. RPM may go up a couple hundred RPM (not thousand) but the truck just will not move. After this now happening several times I can tell you that it ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 19, 2026
Incident date: Apr 19, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V238000 (Structure, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning odor inside the vehicle, and the instrumen... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 19, 2026
Incident date: Apr 19, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V238000 (Structure, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning odor inside the vehicle, and the instrumen... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 16, 2026
Incident date: Aug 3, 2026
The drive mode randomly changes by itself while drive. When this occurs it can shift to 4 wheel drive will moving on dry pavement. This this not been checked out by the dealer because based on online forums others have the same issue and Ford can not reproduce or provide any fixes. I'm assuming ther... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Jun 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the malfunction indicator and coolant temperature warning lights illuminated, and the engine overheated and shuddered abnormally. There was smoke and an abnormal ticking sound coming from underneath the hood of the... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 10, 2026
Incident date: Aug 2, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into a lower gear. Additionally, the transmission became stuck in the lower gear, and the wrench icon was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle was rece... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 10, 2026
Incident date: Aug 2, 2026
My 2013 Hyundai Sonata (VIN [XXX]) suffered a driver's airbag clock spring failure, completely disabling the primary restraint safety system. ABS light was on, the horn and all other electronics on the steering wheel were not functioning. All symptoms indicated in the recall This vehicle is explic... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 6, 2026
Incident date: Aug 6, 2026
I have continually attempted to resolve a recall on my vehicle however the manufacturer and local dealership is threatening unlawful vehicle seizure, refusing to explain recall remedy procedures, failing to follow listed rules procedures and laws related to recall and has attempting a bad-faith $4... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 1, 2026
Incident date: Jul 29, 2026
Airbag light illuminates on the dash and the seatbelt light illuminates intermittently as the seat electrical harness under the seat only connects in certain positions of the seat. My issue is associated with the passenger seat. This airbag light is associated with the airbag not firing or improper... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Suburban used to tow a 30-foot trailer. The contact stated that while towing the trailer and driving 60 MPH up an incline with no shoulder, the vehicle shut off in a remote area. The contact was able to move the vehicle off the roadway. There were no warning lights ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2026
On XXX, at approximately 12:19 PM, I was in the drive-through lane at a Chick-fil-A in [XXX], with my child as a passenger. I was using one-pedal driving mode and had come to a complete stop with my foot off the accelerator. I turned briefly to hand my child an ice cream cup, and when I looked back ... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2026
On XXX, at approximately 12:19 PM, I was in the drive-through lane at a Chick-fil-A in [XXX], with my child as a passenger. I was using one-pedal driving mode and had come to a complete stop with my foot off the accelerator. I turned briefly to hand my child an ice cream cup, and when I looked back ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Jul 25, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
NHTSA Safety Complaint To: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Regarding: Vehicle Safety Hazard / Fraudulent Repairs on 2017 Chevrolet Silverado VIN: [XXX] To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to file an emergency vehicle safety complaint regarding a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado, ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 25, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
The cowl is the newest cowl on my 2019 subaru impreza and it still bowed like the original. Mine wasn't on the original recall and it bowed.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 25, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
After a recent Tesla software update, a mandatory Full Self-Driving disengagement feedback window appears every time I disengage FSD while the vehicle is still moving. The feedback window covers a large portion of the display with a black overlay, noticeable enough something popped up. There is no ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 23, 2026
Incident date: Jul 18, 2026
Infotainment is unresponsive and also ghost touches on its own. It’ll turn on and blast the radio on its own, end phone calls, call people and switch out of navigation all which is extremely distracting. System was reproduced by the dealer, got replaced and the problem came back. Dealer says Honda... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jul 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 10, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The message “Camera Unavailable” was displayed. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was tak... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jul 18, 2026
Incident date: Jul 18, 2026
2020 Honda Ridgeline-Internal failure, multi purpose camera. Multiple lights on dashboard and codes associated with driving support system, Collision Mitigation, Braking System, Lane keeping assist system, Road departure mitigation, Transmission System error. All these are showing up because of the ... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jul 18, 2026
Incident date: Jul 18, 2026
2020 Honda Ridgeline-Internal failure, multi purpose camera. Multiple lights on dashboard and codes associated with driving support system, Collision Mitigation, Braking System, Lane keeping assist system, Road departure mitigation, Transmission System error. All these are showing up because of the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2026
Incident date: Jul 18, 2026
2020 Honda Ridgeline-Internal failure, multi purpose camera. Multiple lights on dashboard and codes associated with driving support system, Collision Mitigation, Braking System, Lane keeping assist system, Road departure mitigation, Transmission System error. All these are showing up because of the ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 16, 2026
Incident date: Jul 15, 2026
I am reporting two serious safety concerns involving my 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. First, while I was making a normal left turn, the vehicle suddenly activated the automatic emergency braking system and came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the roadway. A vehicle ahead of me was also completing a l... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 16, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2026
Breaks went out
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
I was driving down the highway and the right, rear window shattered and blew glass all over the inside of my truck (the cab). There was no incident, no stress cracks, etc. The window simply “exploded”. I drove to the nearest Ford Dealership, assuming it would be covered under my bumper to bump... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was upshifting roughly while accelerating, causing the vehicle to jerk forward abruptly. The contact stated that while releasing the accelerator pedal, the transmission downshifted ... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
Accelerated onto a 4-lane major highway and lost most engine power and many warning lights came on. I lost most vehicle power merging onto a 4 lane highway around other vehicles. I was able to get the car stopped car safely on side of the road and cut off for one minute. There was a noticeable rattl... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
Shortly after purchasing used last year I had my brake, traction control, ABS, & TPMS lights come on when stopping at a stop light all at once. I went and had it scanned and no codes showed up. I hear a buzzing from the brake actuator/ brake pump every 15 seconds. This all has been going on for a... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
The component is the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) Vapor Canister Purge Valve.The internal diaphragm or solenoid of the factory-installed purge valve has worn out prematurely or became contaminated, locking it permanently into a stuck-open position.The Manifestation or (Symptoms): The ... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 8, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Audi A5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, and started, the vehicle unexpectedly surged forward. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle started independently without driver input. Additionally, the air condition was blowing warm air instead of co... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 23, 2026
Incident date: May 23, 2026
While driving my 2024 Hyundai Kona on the freeway on May 22, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, traveling around 75 mph, my vehicle suddenly displayed a forward collision warning on the dashboard even though there was no vehicle, object, or road hazard in front of me that would justify emergency brakin... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 23, 2026
Incident date: May 23, 2026
While driving my 2024 Hyundai Kona on the freeway on May 22, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, traveling around 75 mph, my vehicle suddenly displayed a forward collision warning on the dashboard even though there was no vehicle, object, or road hazard in front of me that would justify emergency brakin... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 23, 2026
Incident date: May 23, 2026
The transmission is the 10r80 model and shifts erratically. should be recalled and rebuilt. i only have 40k miles but it jerks when shifting from park to reverse or reverse to forward and when driving it struggles to go into the correct gear causing delayed acceleration. i have to drive carefully... Read more
STEERING
May 15, 2026
Incident date: May 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized with no warning. warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated failure, and during the inspection, the mechanic diagno... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
May 15, 2026
Incident date: May 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that due to the position of the camera, the glare of the sun would obstruct the contact's vision which made it difficult for the contact to view any objects while in reverse(R). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 15, 2026
Incident date: Dec 31, 1969
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while the contact's husband was driving, the contact noticed an abnormal loud sound. In addition, the contact noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact noticed an unusual odor in the ... Read more
STEERING
May 11, 2026
Incident date: May 11, 2026
SUBJECT: URGENT COMPLAINT: Deceptive Practices/Misrepresentation & Services Not Rendered (Woodhouse Ford of Omaha) I. Actionable Safety Issue Summary This complaint concerns fraudulent billing and dangerous misrepresentation by Woodhouse Ford of Omaha, which claimed a vehicle's 3rd rack and pinion s... Read more
3 injured
POWER TRAIN
Apr 30, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2025
The vehicle has had hard down shift at slow speeds. Sometimes so hard that i thought I got rearended when stopping. Sometimes you can feel it but not horrible, other times it's bad! I've been trying 6 months to get Coggin Ford to look at it and they keep putting me off.
POWER TRAIN
Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Aug 21, 2025
This is related to the incident report number XXX I filed previously. Before, between, and after that incident and this one reported today. The vehicle performs mostly normal, the severe issues are completely random and unpredictable. On 4/28/26 I started my truck and left to take my daughter to h... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding my 2021 Kia Sorento and the repeated lack of resolution from the dealership where the vehicle was purchased and serviced. I have taken my vehicle to the dealership multiple times to address ongoing and serious safety concerns. Despite having active... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding my 2021 Kia Sorento and the repeated lack of resolution from the dealership where the vehicle was purchased and serviced. I have taken my vehicle to the dealership multiple times to address ongoing and serious safety concerns. Despite having active... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
The transmission has a very bad shuddering at low speeds and under load. I am very concerned when entering an on ramp that the car is not going to get up to speed and cause an accident.
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 FORD RANGER
34 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| 353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE | 1 |
| 118910 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE | 1 |
| 274300 LANE DEPARTURE:LANE KEEP:NAVIGATION SYSTEM/SOFTWARE | 1 |
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
24U04
Apr 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain 2024 Model Year F-150, F-150 Lightning, F-150 Raptor, 2024 Ranger, 2024 Ranger Raptor Enhanced Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)
SSM 52410
Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or la
SSM 52380
Mar 22, 2024
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Some 2024 Ranger Raptor vehicles may exhibit a condition where the ATCM makes a clicking/ratcheting sound when turning the drive mode rotary dial to change the drive mode. Reprogramming or replacing the ATCM will not resolve this condition.
SSM 52380
Mar 22, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Some 2024 Ranger Raptor vehicles may exhibit a condition where the ATCM makes a clicking/ratcheting sound when turning the drive mode rotary dial to change the drive mode. Reprogramming or replacing the ATCM will not resolve this condition.
SSM 52345
Mar 8, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2022-2024 various Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience concern where customers are receiving an error message when trying to enroll in connected services. This may be due to the gateway module (GWM) software. To co
SSM 52335
Mar 6, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbocharg
SSM 52330
Mar 5, 2024
117200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where the fuel gauge reads half full after re-filling while the distance to empty reading is accurate. This concern happens when the fuel tank is overfilled past 100% and the gauge will read
SSM 52297
Feb 27, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition in the trailer setup menu of the center display screen, where the TBC gain setting adjustment is visible when the vehicle is not equipped with TBC from the factory. This may be due to the ac
SSM 52300
Feb 27, 2024
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles equipped with an instrument panel cluster (IPC) with a 12-inch display may have difficulty resetting the trip computer. This may be due to the IPC software. Replacement or reprogramming of the IPC will not resolve
SSM 52300
Feb 27, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles equipped with an instrument panel cluster (IPC) with a 12-inch display may have difficulty resetting the trip computer. This may be due to the IPC software. Replacement or reprogramming of the IPC will not resolve
SSM 52297
Feb 27, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition in the trailer setup menu of the center display screen, where the TBC gain setting adjustment is visible when the vehicle is not equipped with TBC from the factory. This may be due to the ac
SSM 52289
Feb 26, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where the navigation does not respond to voice commands, followed by a prompt to turn connected navigation On while the connected navigation settings are on in the connected vehicle features
SSM 52288
Feb 26, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where Android Audio briefly pauses when launching Pitch And Roll from the Off-Road screen. This may be due to the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software. Reprogramming or replac
SSM 52288
Feb 26, 2024
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where Android Audio briefly pauses when launching Pitch And Roll from the Off-Road screen. This may be due to the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software. Reprogramming or replac
SSM 52288
Feb 26, 2024
118910 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where Android Audio briefly pauses when launching Pitch And Roll from the Off-Road screen. This may be due to the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software. Reprogramming or replac
SSM 52289
Feb 26, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where the navigation does not respond to voice commands, followed by a prompt to turn connected navigation On while the connected navigation settings are on in the connected vehicle features
SSM 52289
Feb 26, 2024
274300 LANE DEPARTURE:LANE KEEP:NAVIGATION SYSTEM/SOFTWARE
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where the navigation does not respond to voice commands, followed by a prompt to turn connected navigation On while the connected navigation settings are on in the connected vehicle features
SSM 52292
Feb 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a concern with the audio starting to play from the phone speakers after the audio source is switched from Apple CarPlay to radio, then back to Apple CarPlay. This may be due to the software in the acces
SSM 52290
Feb 26, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where the vehicle's center display screen shows the towing screen after every key cycle with Active Trailer indicated even when no trailer is connected. When the No Active Trailer selection
SSM 52290
Feb 26, 2024
353620 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition where the vehicle's center display screen shows the towing screen after every key cycle with Active Trailer indicated even when no trailer is connected. When the No Active Trailer selection
SSM 52291
Feb 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition with the keyboard disappearing and not allowing more than two letters to be selected when searching for a contact in the SYNC Phone List. This may be due to the software in the accessory pro
SSM 52291
Feb 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a condition with the keyboard disappearing and not allowing more than two letters to be selected when searching for a contact in the SYNC Phone List. This may be due to the software in the accessory pro
SSM 52292
Feb 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a concern with the audio starting to play from the phone speakers after the audio source is switched from Apple CarPlay to radio, then back to Apple CarPlay. This may be due to the software in the acces
SSM 52294
Feb 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a concern with up to a 10 second delay loading off road mode when using the drive mode control on the center console. This may be due to the software in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). R
SSM 52294
Feb 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a concern with up to a 10 second delay loading off road mode when using the drive mode control on the center console. This may be due to the software in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). R
SSM 52293
Feb 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit various center display screen concerns where the center display screen goes black, parts of the screen turn black, turns blue, turns off, or flashes/flickers white when navigating various menu's on the
SSM 52293
Feb 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit various center display screen concerns where the center display screen goes black, parts of the screen turn black, turns blue, turns off, or flashes/flickers white when navigating various menu's on the
SSM 52282
Feb 22, 2024
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
2024 Ranger vehicles are not capable of four-wheel-down towing (recreational towing). Refer to the 2024 RV and Trailer Towing Guide (page 11) or the vehicle's Owner's Manual > Towing Your Vehicle - Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle.
23P22
Feb 7, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain 2024 Model Year Ranger with Ford Licensed Accessory Bed Cap Added - Load Box Reinforcement Bracket Kit Installation
SANVol 2 Issue 1
Jan 17, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This artile includes ifnormation on warranty, technical serv
SANVol 2 Issue 1
Jan 17, 2024
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This artile includes ifnormation on warranty, technical serv
SANVol 2 Issue 1
Jan 17, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This artile includes ifnormation on warranty, technical serv
SAN-Vol1 I1
Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv
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
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
FRONT SEAT BELT
There is no summary currently available
PE93045
Opened: May 7, 1993 , Closed: Aug 31, 1993
STEERING GEAR BOLT BROKEN
There is no summary currently available
EA90016
Opened: Mar 23, 1990 , Closed: Oct 23, 1990
GEAR SHIFT LEVER FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE89129
Opened: Jun 7, 1989 , Closed: Mar 23, 1990
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
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
STALLING WHEN COLD
STALLING WHEN COLD
DP85008
Opened: Jan 4, 1985 , Closed: Apr 26, 1985
STALLING
STALLING
FORD RANGER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD RANGER across all model years (1983, 2026).
278
Total Recalls
10,551
Total Complaints
8
Investigations
960
Reported Crashes
388
Reported Fires
47
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 | 7 | View |
| 2025 | 13 | 62 | View |
| 2024 (current) | 13 | 120 | |
| 2023 | 4 | 21 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 52 | View |
| 2021 | 6 | 159 | View |
| 2020 | 7 | 158 | View |
| 2019 | 11 | 352 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2011 | 6 | 260 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 171 | View |
| 2009 | 8 | 179 | View |
| 2008 | 6 | 344 | View |
| 2007 | 6 | 286 | 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 |