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Ford Ranger by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 8 model years of the Ford Ranger (2019–2026). The 2026 model is rated 17–23 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 41 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Ford Ranger years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ranger | 4 | 17–23 mpg | 8 | 9 | 4/5 |
| 2025 Ranger | 4 | 17–23 mpg | 13 | 44 | 4/5 |
| 2024 Ranger | 4 | 17–22 mpg | 13 | 96 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Ranger | 5 | 19–23 mpg | 4 | 18 | 4/5 |
| 2022 Ranger | 5 | 19–23 mpg | 5 | 38 | 4/5 |
| 2021 Ranger | 4 | 18–23 mpg | 6 | 119 | 4/5 |
| 2020 Ranger | 3 | 18–23 mpg | 7 | 130 | 4/5 |
| 2019 Ranger | 3 | 18–23 mpg | 11 | 270 | 4/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Ford Ranger recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Ford Ranger year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V605000 — Back over prevention: Display function, reported Sep 22, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V548000 — Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Hard parts internal/mechanical, reported Aug 25, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V343000 — Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Hard parts internal/mechanical, reported May 27, 2026; model years 2025, 2026
- 26V335000 — Equipment: Other: Labels, reported May 26, 2026; model years 2026
- 26V268000 — Seats: Critical fasteners, reported Apr 28, 2026; model years 2024, 2025, 2026
- 26V238000 — Structure: Interior panels: Sun visor, reported Apr 14, 2026; model years 2024, 2025, 2026
- 26V122000 — Engine and engine cooling: Exhaust system: Emission control: Gas recirculation valve (egr valve), reported Mar 3, 2026; model years 2025
- 26V104000 — Exterior lighting: Tail lights, reported Feb 20, 2026; model years 2024, 2025, 2026
- 25V823000 — Service brakes, hydraulic: Power assist: Electric: Control module, reported Dec 1, 2025; model years 2025
- 25V683000 — Visibility: Windshield, reported Oct 10, 2025; model years 2025
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 28, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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