1986 Chevrolet S10 vs 1986 Ford Ranger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Chevrolet S10 | 1986 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 35 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 23 |
| Investigations | 3 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–24 | 17–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet S10 | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 2 |
1986 Chevrolet S10
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.