CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Ford Ranger has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (18 reports).
2025 Ford Ranger recalls
Engine May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Power
Certain 2025-2026 Ford Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles may have an engine that can fail internally.
Loose Front Seat Bolt Could Weaken Crash Protection
Ford is recalling certain 2024 through 2026 Ford Ranger and Bronco vehicles because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Wiring Near Sun Visor Can Short and Cause Fire
Wiring harnesses for the sun visor or headliner may be improperly positioned or wrapped in excessive tape, which can damage the wires.
EGR Valve May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Power
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve in certain 2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may fail.
Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing
The integrated trailer module, which controls a trailer's brakes and lights, can lose communication with the vehicle while towing.
Brakes May Lose Power Assist While Driving
The electronic brake booster module in these vehicles may malfunction while driving or while an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature is in use, causing a sudden loss of power brake assist.
Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Some newer vehicles may have a windshield that was not properly bonded to the body during manufacturing.
Passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a crash
Some 2025 Ford Ranger trucks have a dashboard top cover that may block the front passenger airbag from deploying as designed.
Side curtain airbags may tear during deployment
Certain 2024, 2025, and 2026 Ford Ranger vehicles may have side curtain airbags that contact the B-pillar inner reinforcements and tear while deploying.
Brakes may lose power assist, increasing crash risk
The electronic brake booster module in these vehicles may malfunction while driving or while an driver assistance feature is in use.
Dash Warning Lights and Fuel Gauge May Not Display Correctly
Some 2025 Ford Ranger trucks have an instrument panel that was not configured properly.
Front Control Arm May Detach, Risking Loss of Steering
A front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or improperly tightened.
Driver's seat may lack secure bolts, raising crash injury risk
Some 2025 Ford Bronco and Ranger vehicles may have loose or missing bolts securing the driver's seat frame to the vehicle body.
Most common 2025 Ford Ranger problems
Problem areas named in the 45 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 18 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
What owners report
On XXX Pulling out at an intersection to turn left, the vehicle pulled out normally but then went into neutral - coasting through the intersection for about 5 seconds - until it finally selected another gear. It then drove normally. On XXX, I slowed down and made a left turn, the vehicle again went into neutral seeming trying to find a gear - it didnât. I stopped, put it in park, then back in drive. That reset worked and it again drove normally. No codes were tripped but it is a major safety issue if on random occasions the power is cut and you canât safely operated the vehicle. The ford dealer said 1) no codes, 2) canât replicate the problem, 3) Ford has no technical bullet
2025 Ford Ranger XLT FX4 4x4, 2.3L EcoBoost. When I change the drive mode with the rotary dial and then return it to Normal, the drive modes begin cycling on their own with no input from me. A drive mode fault message then appears on the instrument cluster, and I am unable to select a drive mode. I first took the truck to a Ford dealer on 07/13/2026 at about 4,100 miles. The dealer recorded the cause as an all-terrain control module software fault and an ABS module communication concern with the ATCM. They reconfigured the ABS module and released the truck as operating as designed. The problem came back. I returned to the dealer on 10/15/2026 at about 6,745 miles. The technician verified t
I was driving at approximately 25 MPH and all of a sudden the truck automatically went into 4 wheel drive low which altered my ability to keep up with traffic and caused me to pull over to figure out why. I had to restart my truck to get it out of 4 wheel drive. This has happened approximately 5 times and fortunately at low speeds. I have not taken it to the dealer because it is an intermittent problem. I have read that it is a common problem with this truck and the dealer can't find the issue because it is intermittent. I was nearly rear ended because the truck slowed way down when it went. into 4 wheel drive. I think it is unsafe and startling when it happens and unexpected.
While driving at 45 mph. The dash changed and the truck started shifting into wheel low. I had to stop and put the truck back into 2 wheel drive. This has happened 5 times since new.
My 2025 Ford Ranger Raptor will shift drive modes by itself. I has tried to shift from normal drive mode to rock crawl mode or Baja mode. Rock crawl mode goes into 4 wheel drive low which would be very dangerous if it tried to shift into 4 low on the highway. It has happened multiple times. Sometime while parked, sometimes while driving.
2025 Ford Ranger questions
Does the 2025 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2025 Ford Ranger: Engine May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Power; Loose Front Seat Bolt Could Weaken Crash Protection; Wiring Near Sun Visor Can Short and Cause Fire; EGR Valve May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Power; Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford Ranger?
Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (18), Engine (12), Electrical System (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 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.