NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford Ranger

Data refreshed July 19, 2026

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Complaints

8,123

Active records

Recalls

94

Active records

TSBs

1,033

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

42

Injuries

718

Crashes

762

Fires

241

Top reported issues — Ford Ranger

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Condition issue

3,249

Operating state

1,460

Safety restraint issue

1,120

Braking behavior

643

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

580

Safety restraint behavior

535

Reporting mechanism

479

Engine behavior

446

Noise

426

Fluid issue

411

Thermal issue

394

Driver assistance issue

387

Vibration/harshness

335

Lighting behavior

311

Performance issue

306

Wiper/washer behavior

271

Ride/handling behavior

180

Electrical issue

151

Steering behavior

123

Access/entry issue

107

HVAC behavior

106

Smell

72

Starting behavior

67

Recent change

54

Powering on/off behavior

53

Infotainment behavior

20

Communication/network issue

3

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 16, 2026


The front passenger side door on my 2024 Ford Ranger does not latch properly creating the possibility of passenger ejection. 2 Ford dealers have each tried to fix the problem but both say they cannot and that it is a Ford design issue. This problem was present upon delivery of my new vehicle. and continues to this day.

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 16, 2026


The lug nuts are corroding and do not want to come off. The lug wrench doesn't fit and can't remove the wheels.

2025 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 14, 2026


I believe this is a transmission problem; however, not sure if it could be program related. The main safety issue is after taking off from a stop, the truck just stopped accelerating and hesitated, as if though it got stuck trying to change gears. This issue has happened a few times, once with my Wife in the truck, who looked at me like what the heck was I doing. This definitely creates a situation for a rear impact collision if the person behind you didn't hit the brakes soon enough. The…

2020 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 14, 2026


Transmission replacement needed. Truck has been at dealership going on 3 months with continued delays. It was acknowledged cooperate was covering replacement now story changed that owner/myself having to pay $4000+. Cooperate covering $000 . Current owner/myself bought 2 years ago with 13000 miles and has only put 6000 miles on it. Dealership and cooperate admitted to known problem assured coverage however put fixing on hold because they are behind due to staffing issues. I have been bounced…

2020 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 13, 2026


I previously submitted another complaint about a 2020 Ford Ranger I own (tracking number 11707667). I own a 2020 Ford Ranger and had to have the transmission replaced at 86k miles. Since having it replaced, I have experienced all the same problems with the transmission. There have been extremely aggressive shifts, jolts, and lags. It has stalled when going through intersections and more. It has been extremely dangerous. The truck is now back in the shop and the new transmission is undergoing a…

2024 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 13, 2026


On multiple occasions while making a left or right turn and trying to accelerate, there is no input via the gas pedal. The truck will not accelerate at all. It takes a random amount of time before any throttle input is registered, which is usually followed by rapid acceleration.

2026 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 10, 2026


While making a right turn, vehicle suddenly lost all power and shut down for several seconds. This is a safety issue, stalling out in front of oncoming traffic, etc. No warnings lamps, messages appeared. No dealer inspection yet. Numerous other owners on message boards have reported the same issue occurring with their vehicle.

2021 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 10, 2026


I've had many issue's with this vehicle's transmission: Harsh and erratic shifting. Shuddering when accelerating. Slippage. On several occasions not able to go in reverse. Issue's started at 45k miles. Had it in the shop on several occasions to address problem. I've had to replace faulty transmission at 70k miles. This is a faulty transmission due to incompetent CDF Clutch drum. This is NOT a safe vehicle to operate.

2010 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 7, 2026


1 injured
Crash

The contact owned a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while the son was driving uphill at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle crashed into the rear passenger side of a boat trailer, causing the vehicle to roll over and slide approximately 20 ft. During the crash, the front of the vehicle was severely damaged, but no air bags deployed. Additionally, the contact stated that a 100-pound dog was occupying the front passenger's seat during the crash. The driver sustained a mild concussion and…

2022 FORD RANGER

Filed Jul 6, 2026


Transmission. Total mechanical failure. TSB. 23-2250 TBS 24-2101 TBS. 25-2134. Transmission fluid was replaced at 83709. Replaced at 104263. Factory schedule 150000. Ford is aware they are selling a product that has Factory mechanical issues.

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.