CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Ford Ranger has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 289 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 5 fires, 23 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (132 reports).
2005 Ford Ranger recalls
Passenger Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash
Replacement front passenger air bag inflators installed under an earlier recall may have been put in incorrectly.
Passenger airbag may not inflate properly in a crash
Some 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under an earlier recall, and those inflators may have been installed incorrectly.
Front air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger vehicles may have a replacement driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator that can explode over time.
Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments
Some front air bag inflators used as replacement service parts may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Driver airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator can develop excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys, which may cause the inflator to rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in a crash
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys, which may cause the inflator to rupture.
Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys, which may cause the inflator to rupture.
Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash
The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator in certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Most common 2005 Ford Ranger problems
Problem areas named in the 289 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 132 |
| Structure | 34 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 |
| Suspension | 26 |
| Unknown Or Other | 21 |
| Electrical System | 21 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Tires | 9 |
| Power Train | 8 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that upon arriving to the residence and applying the parking brake and exiting the vehicle, the vehicle started to roll backwards. The contact stated that the vehicle came to a complete stop after rolling across the street and through the neighborâs fence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 223,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owned a 2005 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle was rear-ended by a driver who ran the stop sign. The impact caused the vehicle to flip over multiple times. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact suffered severe head trauma and PTSD from the accident. It was unknown if the other driver sustained any injuries. The contact was taken to the local hospital where medical attention was received for his injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a local salvage junkyard. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number 23V306000 (Air Bags). The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The f
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The contact owns a 2005 Ford Ranger. The contact had taken the vehicle to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V125000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that while the vehicle was having the air bag replaced, the contact became aware that the passengerâs side air bag had not been seated correctly. The contact asked the Service Manager to return the vehicle to have the mechanic properly seat the air bag and secure the air bag correctly. The contact stated that the Service Manager attempted to adjust and tighten the air bag. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired but not in a safe manner. The manufacturer had been informed of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V306000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because the vehicle was totaled. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted.
2005 Ford Ranger questions
Does the 2005 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2005 Ford Ranger: Passenger Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash; Passenger airbag may not inflate properly in a crash; Front air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Driver airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford Ranger?
Based on 289 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (132), Structure (34), Fuel System, Gasoline (29).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Ford Ranger has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.