Ford Ranger (1999–2011, 2019–2026)
Pick a year for its recalls, owner complaints and safety ratings, or start with what each generation is known for.
Generations
- 1999–2011 common problems →2.5L / 2.3L four, 3.0L V6, 4.0L V6Every truck needs its air bag recalls checked (2006 trucks had a do-not-drive warning), the frame rusts at the rear spring mounts, 1999–2003 trucks had speed control switch fire recalls, and the 4.0L V6 is known for timing chain rattle.
- 2019–2023 common problems →2.3L EcoBoost fourThe 10-speed automatic's rough or jerky shifting is the top complaint, especially on 2019 trucks, which also had the most recalls; some 2019 owners report broken rear leaf springs.
- 2024–2026 common problems →2.3L four, 2.7L V6, 3.0L V6 (Raptor)A long list of recalls: loose front suspension ball joint nuts, side curtain air bags, and engines that may fail on some 2025–2026 trucks.
Every year
Complaint counts compare each year with the typical midsize truck from the same model year. They show what owners reported, not how reliable a truck is. ⚠ marks a well-known costly problem.
- 2026Recalls and complaints
- 2025Recalls and complaints
- 2024About typical
- 2023Fewer complaints than typical
- 2022Fewer complaints than typical
- 2021More complaints than typical
- 2020More complaints than typical
- 2019More complaints than typical
- 2011⚠ Known problemMore complaints than typical
- 2010⚠ Known problemMore complaints than typical
- 2009⚠ Known problemMore complaints than typical
- 2008⚠ Known problemMore complaints than typical
- 2007⚠ Known problemMore complaints than typical
- 2006⚠ Known problemAbout typical
- 2005⚠ Known problemAbout typical
- 2004⚠ Known problemAbout typical
- 2003⚠ Known problemAbout typical
- 2002⚠ Known problemAbout typical
- 2001⚠ Known problemMore complaints than typical
- 2000More complaints than typical
- 1999More complaints than typical
Best and worst years
- Fewest complaints for their age:
- 2023, 2022
- Most complaints for their age:
- 2011, 2009, 2000