2025 FORD RANGER

13 recalls, 47 complaints

26V343000 May 27, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
1,536 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
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
179,698 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
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
140,201 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
26V122000 Mar 3, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's... Read more
47,804 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
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
4,381,878 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V823000 Dec 1, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of p... Read more
Consequence
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became search... Read more
679 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V683000 Oct 10, 2025
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on... Read more
9 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V678000 Oct 9, 2025
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger vehicles. The instrument panel top cover may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protecti... Read more
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C54. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searc... Read more
405 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
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.
100,900 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V488000 Jul 25, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of p... Read more
Consequence
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
312,120 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V399000 Jun 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger trucks. The instrument panel was not properly configured, preventing many of the the warning lights or gauges from properly displaying. This includes forward collision warnings, auto emergency braking, traction control, roll stability, and o... Read more
Consequence
An instrument panel that does not clearly display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Fords number for this recall is 25C23.
45 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V311000 May 9, 2025
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.
46 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
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.
4,497 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Complaint Statistics

47 total complaints 6 crashes 4 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6
POWER TRAIN4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
AIR BAGS4
STEERING3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
SERVICE BRAKES1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
While driving at highway speeds vehicle changes the drive mode at random. Even attempting to go into 4 low at high speeds. If the vehicle is able to change into 4 low at high speeds this could send the vehicle into uncontrollable lock down to the drive train and potently creating uncontrollable spin... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
While driving at highway speeds vehicle changes the drive mode at random. Even attempting to go into 4 low at high speeds. If the vehicle is able to change into 4 low at high speeds this could send the vehicle into uncontrollable lock down to the drive train and potently creating uncontrollable spin... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
On 6-7 separate occasions, my 2025 Ranger had a sudden and complete loss of accelerator response while slowing down to make a left turn. This also happens on occasion at traffic lights when the light turns and I attempt to turn left. The duration of loss of power has increased with each incident an... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
On 6-7 separate occasions, my 2025 Ranger had a sudden and complete loss of accelerator response while slowing down to make a left turn. This also happens on occasion at traffic lights when the light turns and I attempt to turn left. The duration of loss of power has increased with each incident an... Read more
ENGINE Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
On 6-7 separate occasions, my 2025 Ranger had a sudden and complete loss of accelerator response while slowing down to make a left turn. This also happens on occasion at traffic lights when the light turns and I attempt to turn left. The duration of loss of power has increased with each incident an... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
Purchased this truck new and took on a trip over the weekend. Put on just under 800 miles no issues. This morning while driving to get my wondows tinted I noticed my truck flashing to apply brakes as it was trying to shift itself into 4wd low setting. Sure enough i looked over and the truck was swit... Read more
ENGINE Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
Purchased this truck new and took on a trip over the weekend. Put on just under 800 miles no issues. This morning while driving to get my wondows tinted I noticed my truck flashing to apply brakes as it was trying to shift itself into 4wd low setting. Sure enough i looked over and the truck was swit... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
Purchased this truck new and took on a trip over the weekend. Put on just under 800 miles no issues. This morning while driving to get my wondows tinted I noticed my truck flashing to apply brakes as it was trying to shift itself into 4wd low setting. Sure enough i looked over and the truck was swit... Read more
ENGINE Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: May 9, 2026
Coolant intrusion into the engine, coolant flowing into the cylinders. Resulting in major dangerous stuttering, jerking, and dangerous loss of power in middle of freeway with fast moving traffic around vehicle. Ford KNOWN ISSUE!
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL May 31, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
The Ford dealership completed repairs on my vehicle and returned it by parking it in front of my garage. I have a long driveway and additional parking and needed to park the vehicle somewhere else (maybe 20-30 feet away). I reversed the truck ~20 feet and when I tapped the gas lightly to turn the ca... Read more
Crash 1 injured
ENGINE May 31, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
Engine failure while driving . A bolt broke off the Rod end cap and was freely moving in the engine causing a rod knock sound and seized the engine. Almost causing an accident on the heavily populated road. Metal debris is present in oil pan . Piston is damaged as well.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING May 31, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
Multiple times when driving on the freeway, there will be no obstruction whatsoever on a clear road, with a clean car — it will emergency break, or attempt to. I have had it diagnosed and nothing related to break system etc was ever found. This happens often and has almost caused a couple crashes.
ENGINE May 23, 2026
Incident date: May 14, 2026
On 5-11-26, I was driving and the vehicle just stopped in the middle of the roadway. I couldn’t go in drive or reverse, just sitting with engine running.No warning lights, no noise, or anything that would let me know there was a problem. Cars was coming up behind me and in front. I called a towi ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC May 19, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: ( ); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a r... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL May 6, 2026
Incident date: Apr 20, 2026
ABS ETC Traction control Torque management in power train and ABS I have tried to fix everything with no resolve I just drove to and from Oklahoma and the jeep is unsafe to drive
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 6, 2026
Incident date: Apr 20, 2026
ABS ETC Traction control Torque management in power train and ABS I have tried to fix everything with no resolve I just drove to and from Oklahoma and the jeep is unsafe to drive
STEERING Apr 30, 2026
Incident date: Apr 24, 2026
While driving at approximately 45 mph, the steering system suddenly failed without any warning. The steering wheel became extremely stiff and nearly impossible to turn, resulting in a sudden loss of control of the vehicle. I was unable to safely steer, especially when attempting to turn right, which... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS Apr 25, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
The right rear corner parking sensor on the truck has a 3 foot range. I believe these rear back up sensors normally should have a 12-15 foot range. I was backing up at an angle at slow speeds at hit a large brick mailbox. The mailbox is below the height of the closed tailgate. This could have be... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 25, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
This is a report of a Failed Remedy for Safety Recall N321 (Recall #19V293). Records confirm that this vehicle had the recall repair performed on 12/09/2020. That repair has now failed. A certified technician at the dealership has confirmed via video that the windshield bond has detached, leading to... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 25, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
This is a report of a Failed Remedy for Safety Recall N321 (Recall #19V293). Records confirm that this vehicle had the recall repair performed on 12/09/2020. That repair has now failed. A certified technician at the dealership has confirmed via video that the windshield bond has detached, leading to... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Apr 24, 2026
Incident date: Apr 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse (R), the rearview camera was blank. The contact stated that the failure occurred mostly when the vehicle was ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 24, 2026
Incident date: Apr 24, 2026
Vehicle Information • Make/Model: Nissan Rogue (2026) - purchased as a lease in August 2025 • Mileage: 7,810 • VIN: [XXX] • Date of incident: 4/20/26 • Location: Highway travel (Pennsylvania) Engine stall / sudden loss of power while driving While driving my brand new 2026 Nissan Ro... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 24, 2026
Incident date: Apr 24, 2026
The screen continues to go out. Screen contains many safety functions. When it malfunctions it is distracting.
WHEELS Mar 21, 2026
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
My vehicle was taken to Matt Burne Honda on at [XXX] for recall work on driveshafts since I got my vehicle back I have been having issue after issue. My vehicle was in there twice. He diagnosed the issue as a speed sensor from sitting in my passenger seat never even took on highway to see what the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 30, 2026
Travel Assist option is controlled by a sensor in the steering wheel. There is no way to disable it. When the sensor malfunctions, it plays an extremely loud and repetitive beep that cannot be disabled. It’s extremely distracting while I drive and happens every 30-45 seconds.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY Mar 12, 2026
Incident date: Mar 6, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
ENGINE Mar 6, 2026
Incident date: Jan 24, 2026
Engine-Excessive oil consumption. Other-backup camera does not work and hasn’t for some time is 2028 sant fe sport included in recall
AIR BAGS Feb 12, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
tHE HORN IS NOT WORKING AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON, DIAGNOSED AS BROKEN CLOCKSPRING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 22, 2026
Incident date: Jan 22, 2026
This vehicle been having problems with heater
AIR BAGS Jan 16, 2026
Incident date: Dec 28, 2025
I was involved in a severe motor vehicle collision in a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The airbags failed to deploy during the crash. I sustained serious injuries and was transported from the scene by EMS. This vehicle has known safety recalls, and I believe the airbag non-deployment may indicate a safety def... Read more
Crash 1 injured
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 13, 2026
All the road safety features stopped working all of a sudden. Auto lights. Defaulted to high beams. Lane departure stopped, cruise control stopped, forward emergency braking stopped, rear cross traffic stopped, blind stopped stopped, and other safety’s I am not sure of.
STEERING Nov 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the steering wheel made clicking sound while turning to the left or the right. While driving at speeds of 55 MPH or higher, the steering wheel vibrated abnormally. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to ... Read more
SEAT BELTS Nov 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Lexus TX. The contact stated that while driving at 41 MPH, a vehicle ran a stop sign while distracted and hit the contact's vehicle. The contact was able to swerve and avoid a head-on collision. The contact's vehicle was struck on the right driver's side toward the rear bumpe... Read more
Crash 1 injured
AIR BAGS Nov 3, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Lexus TX. The contact stated that while driving at 41 MPH, a vehicle ran a stop sign while distracted and hit the contact's vehicle. The contact was able to swerve and avoid a head-on collision. The contact's vehicle was struck on the right driver's side toward the rear bumpe... Read more
Crash 1 injured
STEERING Oct 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 3, 2025
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Steering rack and pinion, yes. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? There is no power steering and unable to make a quick turn to maneuver the car around a potential hazard in the r... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an inoperable instrument cluster. The contact was informed that the instrument cluster ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while at a stoplight, the vehicle shut off and failed to immediately restart after releasing the brake pedal. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed tha... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
Backup camera is malfunctioning and showing not available. Can't see behind the vehicle.
ENGINE Aug 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
Constant gas smell . Was told there is a fuel tank leak. Also check engine light came on and the codes that came up is for supercharger/ turbo boost.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
Constant gas smell . Was told there is a fuel tank leak. Also check engine light came on and the codes that came up is for supercharger/ turbo boost.
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 16, 2025
ABS failed and mechanic tells me my actuator needs replacement which is a known issue with my generation of Prius.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Aug 9, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
Aug 8, 2025, I was stopped in a parking lot, I decided to roll forward, when I took my foot off the break, the car jumped 5-6 ft forward. I immediately slamed on the break to stop it from moving. The car hit with a low speed impact a pole like thing with concrete around it. The speed didn't even ... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Aug 9, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
Aug 8, 2025, I was stopped in a parking lot, I decided to roll forward, when I took my foot off the break, the car jumped 5-6 ft forward. I immediately slamed on the break to stop it from moving. The car hit with a low speed impact a pole like thing with concrete around it. The speed didn't even ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Aug 9, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
Car has stalled 3 times after driving short or long distances in hot weather (near Great Lakes, not even southern heat). Twice in 2024 and once in 2025. It is 2023 Kia Seltos with only 10,000 miles. Dealer inspected it 2024 (possibly not knowing of other recalls) and said nothing wrong. It’s the t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 7, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
At any given time without warning the car will down shift into 4, 3, 2, or 1. It is intermittent but in the last 3 weeks has become very frequent. I have taken it to the dealership. They state that it is the internal clock spring in the the steering column. They have told me that my power trai... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Apr 30, 2025
Ford REFUSED to address the known safety issues with the 10R80 10 speed transmission defective CDF drum and defective valve body the whole 42 to times it was taken to the dealership under warranty. Like everyone else with these transmission, Ford and their dealerships continued to lied to all us own... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jun 15, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
I am not quite familiar with the name of the lights on the bottom of my vehicle they sometimes come on and sometimes they do not. When I back up it sounds like my tires are rubbing against something and when I pull forward it sounds the same.

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 (current) 13 47
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 6 260 View
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