CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Ford Ranger has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (144 reports).
2009 Ford Ranger recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards
The driver's side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
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.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture in a crash that deploys the air bag.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.
Most common 2009 Ford Ranger problems
Problem areas named in the 169 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 144 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Ranger. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V001000 (Air Bags) and 21V158000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted on several occasions.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2009 FORD RANGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 21V-158.
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2009 Ford Ranger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.
2009 Ford Ranger questions
Does the 2009 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2009 Ford Ranger: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards; Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Ranger?
Based on 169 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (144), Power Train (4), Steering (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.