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Ford Ranger

59 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V384000·2016-05-31

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2005-2011 vehicles because passenger air bag inflators may rupture in a crash, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, MERCURY, LINCOLN MUSTANG, FORD GT, FUSION, MILAN
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V036000·2016-01-25

    Ford Recalls 2004-2006 Rangers for Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    Ford is recalling 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles because the driver's air bag inflator may rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V548000·2026-08-25

    Ford Recalls 2026 Vehicles for Engine Piston Dome Manufacturing Defect

    Ford is recalling 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles because incorrectly manufactured engine piston domes may fail, causing a loss of drive power.

    Product
    FORD — FORD EXPLORER, BRONCO SPORT, BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V343000·2026-05-27

    Ford Explorer, Ranger and Bronco engines may fail during driving

    Ford is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger and Bronco vehicles because the engine may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power. 1,536 vehicles are affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO, RANGER, EXPLORER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V268000·2026-04-28

    Ford Ranger and Bronco front seat pivot bolts may dislodge

    Ford is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles because the front seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt may be loose or dislodged. 179,698 vehicles are affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V238000·2026-04-14

    Ford Recalls 2024-2026 Rangers for Sun Visor Wiring Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles because improperly positioned sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may cause an electrical short and fire in the A-pillar area.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V685000·2025-10-10

    Ford and Lincoln vehicles recalled over engine block heater fire risk

    Ford is recalling 59,006 vehicles across many Ford and Lincoln lines because the engine block heater may crack and leak coolant, short circuiting when plugged in.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPLORER, FUSION, CORSAIR, MKC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V597000·2025-09-11

    Ford Bronco and Ranger recalled over fuel pump bolts that may leak

    Ford is recalling certain 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles because the bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak. 9 units are affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V488000·2025-07-25

    Ford electronic brake booster can fail losing power brake assist

    Ford is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco and Ranger vehicles because the Electronic Brake Booster module may malfunction, causing a loss of power brake assist.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, EXPEDITION, BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V310000·2025-05-09

    Ford Bronco upper control arm ball joint fasteners may be missing

    Ford is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles because the front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or improperly tightened.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V770000·2024-10-16

    2025 Ford Bronco suspension defect may cause loss of steering control

    Ford is recalling 2024-2025 Bronco and 2024 Ranger vehicles because the front upper control arm ball joint fastener may not be properly tightened or installed, potentially causing loss of steering control.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V158000·2021-03-10

    Ford Recalls Vehicles for Driver-Side Airbag Inflator Explosion Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2006-2012 vehicles because the driver-side airbag inflator may explode, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    MERCURY — MERCURY, LINCOLN, FORD MILAN, MKZ, ZEPHYR, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V076000·2021-02-17

    Ford Recalls 2004-2006 Rangers for Air Bag Inflator Defect

    Ford is recalling 2004-2006 Ranger vehicles because certain replacement air bag inflators may explode during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V081000·2021-02-16

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Air Bag Inflator Explosion Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2004-2014 models because replacement air bag inflators may explode during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, MERCURY, LINCOLN GT, MILAN, MUSTANG, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21E013000·2021-02-16

    Ford Recalls Air Bag Inflator Parts for Collision Repair

    Ford is recalling specific air bag inflator and module replacement parts used in collision repairs. These parts may explode due to propellant degradation, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Product
    MERCURY — MERCURY, FORD, LINCOLN MILAN, FUSION, MKZ, MUSTANG
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V137000·2020-03-09

    Ford Recalls 2019 Rangers for HVAC Blower Motor Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling 2019 Rangers previously repaired under recall 19V-726 because the replacement HVAC blower motor may have an electrical short that increases fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V001000·2019-01-07

    Ford Recalls Vehicles for Air Bag Inflator Explosion Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2010-2014 models because passenger air bag inflators may explode due to humidity, posing a serious injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN, MERCURY MUSTANG, RANGER, EDGE, MKX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V046000·2018-01-11

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Passenger Air Bag Inflator Explosion Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2009-2013 vehicles because passenger air bag inflators may explode due to humidity, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Product
    MERCURY — MERCURY, FORD, LINCOLN MILAN, FUSION, MUSTANG, MKZ
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V022000·2018-01-11

    Ford Recalls 2006 Rangers Due to Air Bag Inflator Explosion Risk

    Ford is recalling 33,310 model year 2006 Ranger trucks because the passenger-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V023000·2018-01-11

    Ford Recalls 2006 Rangers Due to Air Bag Inflator Explosion Risk

    Ford is recalling 33,310 2006 Ranger trucks because the driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V787000·2017-12-11

    Ford Ranger Recall: Driver Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    Ford is recalling 2004-2006 Ranger trucks to replace driver air bag inflators that may rupture during deployment, posing a risk of serious injury.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V788000·2017-12-11

    Ford Ranger Recall: Passenger Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    Ford is recalling 2004-2006 Ranger trucks because the passenger air bag inflator may rupture during deployment, sending metal fragments into the vehicle.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V024000·2017-01-10

    Ford Recalls Vehicles for Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    Ford is recalling specific 2005-2012 vehicles because passenger air bag inflators may rupture in a crash, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD, MERCURY ZEPHYR, MKZ, FUSION, GT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V322000·2015-05-28

    Ford Recalls 2004-2006 Rangers Due to Air Bag Inflator Rupture Risk

    Ford is recalling 2004-2006 Ranger trucks because the passenger air bag inflator may rupture in a crash, potentially causing serious injury or death.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V126000·2011-02-21

    Ford Recalls 2010 Rangers for Potential Fuel Line Chafing and Leak Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2010 Ranger trucks because a missing protective cover may allow the throttle body shield to chafe the fuel line, potentially causing a leak and fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V335000·2026-05-26

    Ford Recalls 2026 Ranger and Bronco for Incorrect Tire Placard Labels

    Ford is recalling 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles because tire placards and safety labels may list incorrect specifications, creating a risk of vehicle overload or improper tire inflation.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V122000·2026-03-03

    2025 Ford Vehicles Recalled for EGR Valve Failure Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2025 vehicles due to a potential EGR valve failure that could cause an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD NAUTILUS, CORSAIR, RANGER, MUSTANG
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V104000·2026-02-20

    Ford Vehicles Recalled for Integrated Trailer Module Software Defect

    Ford is recalling multiple 2021–2026 trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles because the integrated trailer module may lose communication with the vehicle when towing, causing loss of trailer brake and turn signal lights or brake function.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, F-600 SD, F-550 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V823000·2025-12-01

    2025 Ford Expedition and Other Models Recalled for Brake Booster Malfunction

    Ford is recalling 679 2025 Expedition, Ranger, F-150, Bronco, and Navigator vehicles due to a potential Electronic Brake Booster malfunction that can cause loss of power brake assist, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, EXPEDITION, BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V572000·2025-09-03

    Ford Recalls Vehicles Due to Rearview Camera Display Issues

    Ford is recalling specific 2015-2019 vehicles because the rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD NAVIGATOR, MKC, TRANSIT CONNECT, TRANSIT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V541000·2025-08-22

    Ford Recalls 2024-2026 Rangers Due to Side Air Bag Defect

    Ford is recalling 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles because side curtain air bags may tear during deployment, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V442000·2025-06-27

    Ford rearview cameras may show a blank or persistent image

    Ford is recalling a wide range of 2018-2024 vehicles because a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or leave the image on screen after backing has ended.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-250 SD, ECOSPORT, EDGE, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V315000·2025-05-09

    Ford recalls over a million vehicles for rearview camera software error

    Ford is recalling a wide range of 2021-2025 vehicles because a software error may cause the rearview camera image to freeze or go missing. 1,076,138 units are affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-450 SD, F-550 SD, MUSTANG MACH E, F-350 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V311000·2025-05-09

    Ford Recalls 2025 Bronco and Ranger for Loose Seat Bolts

    Ford is recalling 2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles because driver's seat bolts may be loose or missing, which could prevent proper occupant restraint during a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V237000·2025-04-11

    Ford Ranger global window closing repair was performed incorrectly

    Ford is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall 24V-597, because windows may not reverse on detecting an object.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN RANGER, NAUTILUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V164000·2025-03-14

    Ford transmission valve bodies may have been machined incorrectly

    Ford is recalling certain 2024-2025 vehicles because the transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, causing reverse gear failure or unexpected forward movement.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-150, EXPLORER, RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V597000·2024-08-09

    2024 Ford Ranger Power Windows May Not Reverse When Detecting Objects

    Ford is recalling 2024 Ranger vehicles because power windows may fail to automatically reverse when detecting an object, risking pinching injuries to occupants.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN RANGER, NAUTILUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V379000·2023-05-26

    Ford Vehicles Recalled for Incorrect Tire and Loading Capacity Label

    Ford is recalling certain 2019-2023 Ranger, 2022-2023 Bronco, and 2023 F-250 SD vehicles with TREAD labels stating incorrect load carrying capacity, which could result in vehicle overload and increase crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-250 SD, RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V283000·2023-04-20

    2023 Ford Ranger Loose Lug Nuts Recall — Wheel Detachment Risk

    Ford is recalling 1,434 2023 Ranger vehicles due to improperly tightened lug nuts on driver-side wheels. Loose lug nuts may cause wheel detachment while driving, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V685000·2022-09-14

    2022 Ford Ranger Loose Fuel Line Connection Increases Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2022 Ranger and Explorer models with 2.3L engines due to potentially loose fuel line connections. An improperly tightened connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD EXPLORER, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V451000·2022-06-24

    2022 Ford Bronco Windshield May Separate During Crash

    Certain 2022 Ford Broncos and Rangers have windshields that may not be properly bonded and could separate during a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V982000·2021-12-16

    2021 Ford Bronco Radar Misalignment Affects Cruise Control and Emergency Braking

    Ford is recalling certain 2021 Bronco and Ranger vehicles due to a misaligned cruise control radar module that may prevent the adaptive cruise control and emergency braking systems from functioning properly, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V575000·2020-09-23

    Ford Recalls 2020 Vehicles for Rearview Camera Electrical Defect

    Ford is recalling 620,246 2020 vehicles because a poor electrical connection may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V839000·2019-11-21

    Ford Recalls 2019 Rangers Due to Rear Light Connector Issues

    Ford is recalling 2019 Ranger trucks because rear light connectors may be misaligned, causing lights to fail and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V071000·2019-02-01

    Ford Recalls 2019 Rangers for Transmission Shift Interlock Defect

    Ford is recalling 2019 Ranger vehicles with 10-speed automatic transmissions because the shift lever can move from Park without the key or brake pedal, risking unexpected movement.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V352000·2011-07-13

    Ford Recalls Trucks and SUVs for Defective Multi-Function Switches

    Ford is recalling certain 2002-2011 trucks and SUVs because a defective switch may cause brake, tail, and turn signal lights to fail, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F250, RANGER, EXCURSION, F-350 SD
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V202000·2010-05-11

    Ford Recalls 2010 Rangers for Parking Brake Cable Disconnection Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2010 Ranger vehicles with manual transmissions because the parking brake cable may disconnect in cold weather, potentially causing unintended vehicle movement.

    Product
    FORD — FORD RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 20204/5

    4 trims tested for 2020; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 2019Not rated by NHTSA

    4 trims tested for 2019; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 2 open

  • EA26004 Engineering Analysis · open · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • PE25020 Preliminary Evaluation · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • RQ24014 Recall Query · electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
  • PE24019 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
  • PE24014 Preliminary Evaluation · open · fuel system, diesel
  • RQ24008 Recall Query · fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2019 · powertrain 90 complaints, median 62,000 mi
  • 2020 · powertrain 48 complaints
  • 2019 · electrical 35 complaints, median 19,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2005 · fuel-system 34 complaints, median 47,420 mi
    Includes 4 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2005 · suspension 23 complaints, median 60,000 mi

Technical service bulletins

370 manufacturer service bulletins across 15 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.3/5
  • 2025: 3.7/5
  • 2024: 3.7/5
  • 2023: 4.6/5
  • 2022: 4.5/5

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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