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2024 FORD RANGER Safety Overview

The 2024 FORD RANGER has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 13 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Seats:critical fasteners
  • Structure:interior panels:sun visor
  • Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD RANGER owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2024 FORD RANGER 26V268000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles.

A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

A safety recall has been issued concerning seats:critical fasteners. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. If ignored, aseat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.. To fix this, dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge.

Reported: 4/28/2026
2024 FORD RANGER 26V238000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles.

Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning structure:interior panels:sun visor. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. If ignored, damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.. To fix this, dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software.

Reported: 4/14/2026
2024 FORD RANGER 26V104000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-4...

Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning electrical system: integrated trailer brake control. 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. If ignored, trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, the integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

Reported: 2/20/2026
2024 FORD RANGER 25V685000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-20...

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 25V685000: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/10/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 25V597000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 25V597000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/11/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 25V541000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles.

Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.

A safety recall has been issued concerning air bags:side/window:curtain. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. If ignored, air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.. To fix this, dealers will install protective shields, free of charge.

Reported: 8/22/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 25V310000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles.

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V310000: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/9/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 25V315000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025...

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning back over prevention:software. 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, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. If ignored, afrozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

Reported: 5/9/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 25V237000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles pre...

A closing window may exert excessive force and pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 25V237000: A closing window may exert excessive force and pinch a driver or passenger... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/11/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 25V164000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang...

Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:valves/valve body. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. If ignored, unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge.

Reported: 3/14/2025
2024 FORD RANGER 24V848000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger vehicles.

A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 24V848000: A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/8/2024
2024 FORD RANGER 24V770000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles.

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 24V770000: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/16/2024
2024 FORD RANGER 24V597000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles.

A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 24V597000: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/9/2024

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.