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2025 FORD RANGER Safety Overview

The 2025 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:

  • Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
  • Seats:critical fasteners
  • Structure:interior panels:sun visor

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

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

2025 FORD RANGER 26V343000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles.

A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. If ignored, asudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge.

Reported: 5/27/2026
2025 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
2025 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
2025 FORD RANGER 26V122000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, ...

An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 26V122000: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/3/2026
2025 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
2025 FORD RANGER 25V823000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco,...

An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. If ignored, an unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. To fix this, dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge.

Reported: 12/1/2025
2025 FORD RANGER 25V683000

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

In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 25V683000: In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/10/2025
2025 FORD RANGER 25V678000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger vehicles.

An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V678000: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/9/2025
2025 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
2025 FORD RANGER 25V488000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco,...

An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. If ignored, an unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. To fix this, the EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.

Reported: 7/25/2025
2025 FORD RANGER 25V399000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger trucks.

An instrument panel that does not clearly display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V399000: An instrument panel that does not clearly display critical safety... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/13/2025
2025 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
2025 FORD RANGER 25V311000

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

A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 25V311000: A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/9/2025

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.