2024 Ford Ranger

▲ Better than typical
2024 Ford Ranger
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:34.184Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
93
Recalls
13

Campaigns on file for 2024

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

41% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 11 complaints 1983 1984: 12 complaints 1985: 27 complaints 1986: 36 complaints 1987: 51 complaints 1988: 90 complaints 1988 1989: 73 complaints 1990: 106 complaints 1991: 133 complaints 1992: 191 complaints 1993: 235 complaints 1993 1994: 455 complaints 1995: 321 complaints 1996: 413 complaints 1997: 411 complaints 1998: 576 complaints 1998 1999: 755 complaints 2000: 670 complaints 2001: 515 complaints 2002: 346 complaints 2003: 243 complaints 2003 2004: 404 complaints 2005: 289 complaints 2006: 271 complaints 2007: 270 complaints 2008: 326 complaints 2008 2009: 168 complaints 2010: 156 complaints 2011: 235 complaints 2014: 1 complaint 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2019: 271 complaints 2020: 130 complaints 2021: 119 complaints 2022: 38 complaints 2023: 18 complaints 2024: 93 complaints 2024 93 2025: 45 complaints 2026: 9 complaints
1983: 11 complaints 1983 1984: 12 complaints 1985: 27 complaints 1986: 36 complaints 1986 1987: 51 complaints 1988: 90 complaints 1989: 73 complaints 1989 1990: 106 complaints 1991: 133 complaints 1992: 191 complaints 1992 1993: 235 complaints 1994: 455 complaints 1995: 321 complaints 1995 1996: 413 complaints 1997: 411 complaints 1998: 576 complaints 1998 1999: 755 complaints 2000: 670 complaints 2001: 515 complaints 2001 2002: 346 complaints 2003: 243 complaints 2004: 404 complaints 2004 2005: 289 complaints 2006: 271 complaints 2007: 270 complaints 2007 2008: 326 complaints 2009: 168 complaints 2010: 156 complaints 2010 2011: 235 complaints 2014: 1 complaint 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2019: 271 complaints 2020: 130 complaints 2020 2021: 119 complaints 2022: 38 complaints 2023: 18 complaints 2024: 93 complaints 2024 93 2025: 45 complaints 2026: 9 complaints
1983: 11 complaints 1983 1984: 12 complaints 1985: 27 complaints 1985 1986: 36 complaints 1987: 51 complaints 1987 1988: 90 complaints 1989: 73 complaints 1989 1990: 106 complaints 1991: 133 complaints 1991 1992: 191 complaints 1993: 235 complaints 1993 1994: 455 complaints 1995: 321 complaints 1995 1996: 413 complaints 1997: 411 complaints 1997 1998: 576 complaints 1999: 755 complaints 1999 2000: 670 complaints 2001: 515 complaints 2001 2002: 346 complaints 2003: 243 complaints 2003 2004: 404 complaints 2005: 289 complaints 2005 2006: 271 complaints 2007: 270 complaints 2007 2008: 326 complaints 2009: 168 complaints 2009 2010: 156 complaints 2011: 235 complaints 2011 2014: 1 complaint 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 1 complaint 2019: 271 complaints 2019 2020: 130 complaints 2021: 119 complaints 2021 2022: 38 complaints 2023: 18 complaints 2024: 93 complaints 2024 93 2025: 45 complaints 2026: 9 complaints

2024: 93 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198311
198412
198527
198636
198751
198890
198973
1990106
1991133
1992191
1993235
1994455
1995321
1996413
1997411
1998576
1999755
2000670
2001515
2002346
2003243
2004404
2005289
2006271
2007270
2008326
2009168
2010156
2011235
20141
20161
20171
2019271
2020130
2021119
202238
202318
202493
202545
20269

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

41% · 38 reports
CRASH
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The contact owns a 2024 Ford Ranger.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-20

Electrical system

30% · 28 reports
INJURY
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I flew down to Anchorage Alaska this brand new 024 FORD RANGER XL on [XXX] sight unseen and no test drive from KENDALL FORD Dealership. After buying the truck I started it, engaged 4 wheel drive and slippery/ icy setting.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-15

Also filed under Lane departure and steering

Engine

11% · 10 reports
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and vehicle speed control

Fuel/propulsion system

9% · 8 reports

Structure

9% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

13 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2024-09-13Visibility24V597000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the windows may not automatically reverse after detecting an object.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

  2. R
    2024-11-20Suspension24V770000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge.

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    2024-11-20Fuel system, gasoline24V848000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger vehicles. The fuel vapor line bracket may have insufficient clearance to the fuel vapor line, which can result in fuel vapor line damage that can lead to a fuel vapor leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for a fuel vapor line bracket and install a tie strap to secure the fuel vapor line to the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2024.

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    2025-04-11Power train25V164000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.

  5. R
    2025-05-15Visibility25V237000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-597.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

  6. R
    2025-05-23Suspension25V310000 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.

    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.

  7. R
    2025-09-25Fuel system, gasoline25V597000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S90.

  8. R
    2025-09-26Air bags25V541000 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.

    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.

  9. R
    2025-10-08Back over prevention25V315000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus,...

    Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

  10. R
    2026-03-25Electrical system, exterior lighting26V104000 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.

    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.

  11. R
    2026-05-22Seats26V268000 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.

    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.

  12. R
    Date not on fileEquipment25V685000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge.

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    Date not on fileElectrical system, structure26V238000 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.

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

2024 Ford Ranger — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 38 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 25V685000 · Equipment
  • Recall 26V238000 · Electrical system, structure
  • Recall 24V597000 · Visibility
  • Recall 24V770000 · Suspension
  • Recall 24V848000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 25V164000 · Power train
  • Recall 25V237000 · Visibility
  • Recall 25V310000 · Suspension
  • Recall 25V597000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 25V541000 · Air bags
  • Recall 25V315000 · Back over prevention
  • Recall 26V104000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting
  • Recall 26V268000 · Seats

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Ford Ranger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Ford Ranger is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford Ranger?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Ranger have?
13 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.