2026 Ford Ranger recalls

8 safety recalls, 9 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

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8Recalls
9Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2026 Ford Ranger recall list

Back Over Prevention recall

26V-605
September 22, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 10.1-inch center stack screen. The screen may lose power and fail to display the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed October 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 25, 2026.

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

26V-548
August 25, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

26V-343
May 27, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

Equipment recall

26V-335
May 26, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The vehicle specifications listed on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect, including the VIN, capacity weight, seating capacity, front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire and rim dimensions, and recommended cold tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety risk
The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the certification and TREAD labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C24. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

Seats recall

26V-268
April 28, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Safety risk
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

Structure recall

26V-238
April 14, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
Safety risk
Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
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 mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 6/29/2026 for Phase 2 and the week of 7/27/2026 for Phase 3. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S29. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.

Electrical System recall

26V-104
February 21, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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. 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."
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Air Bags recall

25V-541
August 22, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. 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."
Safety risk
Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C41.

2026 Ford Ranger owner complaints

9 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Power Train3
Service Brakes2
Electrical System2
Unknown or Other2
Seats2
Exterior Lighting1
Wheels1
Engine1

Recent complaints

October 26, 2026Service Brakes

This is a follow up to previous report 11773016. This morning we had Triple "A" haul the 2026 ford ranger lariat to the Corwin Ford dealership here in Reno. Upon arriving to pick up the vehicle the Tow vehicle driver looked under the vehicle and discovered ALL attaching bolts on the left front brake caliper missing and the caliper floating loosely. He was shocked that we had not had a critical incident!! I had reported earlier to Corwin Ford unusual locking up on left turns and was told by the dealership that there was NOTHING WRONG. We have been driving the vehicle at highway speeds to and from RENO- This is outrageous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

October 22, 2026Power TrainElectrical SystemService Brakes

After arriving in Carson City from Reno, NV and running errands on local city side streets the vehicle began making a loud ticking noise which transitioned to a whomp/whomp/whomp noise. I pulled over at the nearest opportunity into a business parking lot and the vehicle brakes immediately locked up. I received the following error messages on screen; > Anti lock brake system failure >Hill start assist failed >Electric parking brake failed >Collision assist unavailable >Check engine brake light >I checked documentation for release of parking brake and followed directions and the brake would not release. After multiple attempts the brakes would not release. Next I tried putting the vehicle into

October 2, 2026Unknown or Other

truck goes in and out of 4wd high while driving, even though the selector dial is in 2wd.

September 13, 2026Electrical SystemExterior Lighting

When setting up my vehicle for neutral towing behind my motorhome and having parts installed for the proper operation of my turn signal and brake lights when vehicle is flat towed it was found that for it to happen were the brake lights do not override the turn signal when both activated at the same time you have to let the vehicle enter into a sleep mode for 10 minutes with the key FOB completely isolated from the vehicle for 10 minutes. If you stayed near the vehicle or approached with the key fob closer than 30ft it would come out of the sleep mode and when pushing on the brake pedal and using your turn signal at the same time from your motorhome you would override the turn signal with th

August 27, 2026Power Train

8/4/2026 @ approximately 0630 When making a right hand turn vehicle (transmission) stalled for approximately 3-4 seconds before restarting. Reported to Corwin Ford Service Dept. here in RENO,NV who declined to investigate. Said it was my responsibility even though vehicle is under warranty. 8/27/2026 @ approximately 0830 while entering high traffic roadway with 55mph speed limit with foot depressed on gas pedal transmission completely stalled while traffic rapidly approached. Transmission engaged at last minute before rear end impact.

2026 Ford Ranger crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2026 FORD RANGER (SUPER CREW) PU/CC N/A 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2026 FORD RANGER (SUPER CREW) PU/CC N/A RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2026 Ford Ranger: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning no, lane departure warning no. Rollover risk: 22.8%.

2026 Ford Ranger recall FAQ

Does the 2026 Ford Ranger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2026 Ford Ranger. The most recent, filed September 22, 2026, concerns the back over prevention.

What are the most common 2026 Ford Ranger problems?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (3 reports), followed by service brakes.

Is the 2026 Ford Ranger safe?

The 2026 Ford Ranger earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2026 Ford Ranger?

Contact any authorized Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.