2025 Ford Ranger: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Ford Ranger: 13 recalls, 43 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
13 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #25V310000 · 2025 · 4,497 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025.
Seats Vehicle recall #25V311000 · 2025 · 46 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body May be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "seating systems."
Why it matters: A seat with loose or missing fasteners May not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #25V399000 · 2025 · 45 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument panel was not properly configured, preventing many of the the warning lights or gauges from properly displaying. This includes forward collision warnings, auto emergency braking, traction control, roll stability, and other gauges. The fuel gauge, distance to empty, and fuel economy May also not show accurately. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
Why it matters: An instrument panel that does not clearly display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2025.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #25V488000 · 2025 · 312,120 vehicles
What's wrong: The electronic brake booster (ebb) module May malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an advanced driver assistance system (adas) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: The ebb module software will be updated over-the-air (ota) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025.
Airbags Vehicle recall #25V541000 · 2025 · 100,900 vehicles
What's wrong: The side curtain air bags May contact the b-pillar inner reinforcements and tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Why it matters: Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025.
Body & structure, Airbags Vehicle recall #25V678000 · 2025 · 405 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument panel top cover May prevent the passenger air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #25V683000 · 2025 · 9 vehicles
What's wrong: During manufacturing, the windshield May not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 212, "windshield mounting."
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #25V823000 · 2025 · 679 vehicles
What's wrong: The electronic brake booster (ebb) module May malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an advanced driver assistance system (adas) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026.
Exterior lights, Electrical Vehicle recall #26V104000 · 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles
What's wrong: When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (itrm) May lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #26V122000 · 2026 · 47,804 vehicles
What's wrong: The exhaust gas recirculation (egr) valve May fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Why it matters: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the egr valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026.
Electrical, Body & structure Vehicle recall #26V238000 · 2026 · 140,201 vehicles
What's wrong: The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses May be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
Why it matters: Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the a-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix: 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. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by…
Seats Vehicle recall #26V268000 · 2026 · 179,698 vehicles
What's wrong: The front seats May have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Why it matters: A seat with a dislodged bolt May not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #26V343000 · 2026 · 1,536 vehicles
What's wrong: The engine May fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (16): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (7), stalls / loses power (4), noise or vibration (3).
- Engine (12): the most common themes are warning light on (3), stalls / loses power (3).
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are warning light on (2), door / lock issues (2).
- Other / unknown (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2025 Ford Ranger has 43 owner complaints, ranking #27 of 33 Ranger model years for complaints (well below the 248 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (35 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 1,050 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (88 complaints, 13 recalls), 2026 (7 complaints, 8 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 vehicle recalls for the 2025 Ford Ranger. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Ford Ranger problems?
Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (16), engine (12), electrical (9).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Ford Ranger get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.3 L, Automatic (S10)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Ford Ranger repair manual?
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