Model year
2022 Ford Ranger
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 37 complaints for the 2022 Ford Ranger (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are POWER TRAIN (17), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8), ENGINE (5). NHTSA rated 4 variants 4 stars overall. EPA rates it 19–23 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,900–$3,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 670 complaints
- 2001 515 complaints
- 2002 346 complaints
- 2003 243 complaints
- 2004 405 complaints
- 2005 289 complaints
- 2006 272 complaints
- 2007 270 complaints
- 2008 326 complaints
- 2009 169 complaints
- 2010 156 complaints
- 2011 235 complaints
- 2019 270 complaints
- 2020 130 complaints
- 2021 118 complaints
- 2022 37 complaints
- 2023 18 complaints
- 2024 94 complaints
- 2025 44 complaints
- 2026 7 complaints
Recalls
25V685000 · Oct 10, 2025
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
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. The engine block heater may crack and develop a…
25V442000 · Jun 27, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit,…
23V379000 · May 26, 2023
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles…
22V685000 · Sep 14, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.
22V451000 · Jun 24, 2022
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
Complaints
37 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 99, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Cab PU/EC 2WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.292 | NHTSA photo |
| Super Cab PU/EC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.256 | NHTSA photo |
| Super Crew PU/CC 2WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.292 | NHTSA photo |
| Super Crew PU/CC 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.256 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 26 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| Ranger 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 24 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| Ranger Tremor 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 19 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Ranger 2WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 26 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| Ranger 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
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