NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford Ranger

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

8,838

Active records

Recalls

96

Active records

TSBs

1,173

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

44

Injuries

783

Crashes

808

Fires

288

Top reported issues — Ford Ranger

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Condition issue

3,568

Operating state

1,621

Safety restraint issue

1,171

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

683

Braking behavior

672

Safety restraint behavior

569

Reporting mechanism

517

Engine behavior

510

Noise

477

Fluid issue

462

Thermal issue

458

Driver assistance issue

428

Vibration/harshness

354

Performance issue

352

Lighting behavior

333

Wiper/washer behavior

283

Ride/handling behavior

206

Electrical issue

168

Steering behavior

136

Access/entry issue

129

HVAC behavior

124

Smell

84

Starting behavior

76

Recent change

62

Powering on/off behavior

61

Infotainment behavior

39

Communication/network issue

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 22, 2026


A recall for a block heater was active. They removed the part and they never call back to install the new part. As of now my truck does not have an engine block heater. I emailed and called them and no answers from them. The Sheehy ford at Gaithersburg.

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2024 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the transmission independently shifted. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road, and the vehicle was turned off. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle started. The contact stated that while driving, the transmission independently reset. The vehicle was driven to the residence. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occurred while the contact was on…

2004 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 20, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2004 Ford Ranger on September 11, 2026. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was reported at 74,000.The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced at O'Reilly Auto Parts, the contact was informed that the odometer was rolled back. The contact was informed that the odometer was last reported at 273,000 miles. The VIN was unavailable.

2025 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 19, 2026


2025 Ford Ranger XLT FX4 4x4, 2.3L EcoBoost. When I change the drive mode with the rotary dial and then return it to Normal, the drive modes begin cycling on their own with no input from me. A drive mode fault message then appears on the instrument cluster, and I am unable to select a drive mode. I first took the truck to a Ford dealer on 07/13/2026 at about 4,100 miles. The dealer recorded the cause as an all-terrain control module software fault and an ABS module communication concern with…

2021 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 15, 2026


I am reporting a potential drivetrain safety defect involving the rear driveshaft bearing on my 2021 Ford Ranger FX4 Lariat. On September 3, 2025, I brought my truck to Larry H. Miller Ford Lakewood after experiencing an intermittent abnormal whistling/mechanical noise while driving. The vehicle had 38,275 miles and was still under warranty. Ford retained it until September 6 but could not reproduce or diagnose the noise. This is documented on service invoice #415969. The noise continued and…

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2024 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and making a U-turn, the vehicle experienced a total loss of motive power. The Service Emergency Brake and Trailer Brake Assist warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the diagnosis details were unavailable. Additionally, during rainy weather, water intruded into the cabin and accumulated, leaving the seats wet and causing mold growth.…

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 14, 2026


1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? • Component/System: The Drive Mode Control / Terrain Management System (including the rotary mode selector dial in the center console, Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), and Transfer Case Control Module). • Malfunction Description: Uncommanded drive mode switching. Without driver input, the system autonomously changes terrain modes (e.g., cycling from Normal into…

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 13, 2026


The contact owns a 2024 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and turning in either direction, an abnormal sound was heard coming from under the rear of the vehicle, and the vehicle shuddered. The contact expressed safety concerns that the failure could leave the vehicle stranded in an intersection. An appointment was scheduled with the dealer to inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,500.

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 12, 2026


The vehicle intermittently changes its drive mode on its own, with no input from the driver. This has happened approximately 6 to 12 times. It occurs in two situations. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle has switched itself into Rock Crawl mode, and on other occasions into Baja mode. During at least one Rock Crawl event I believe the rear differential locker engaged, though I did not photograph the cluster to confirm it. The vehicle has also attempted to change drive modes while…

2020 FORD RANGER

Filed Oct 12, 2026


I have clicking dashboard blend door ford SS50629/51313. Its the climate control housing box .I have no defrost on driver side or heat.ford knows but wont do a recall.

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.