1988 Ford Ranger vs 1989 Ford Ranger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Ford Ranger | 1989 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 73 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 28 | 30 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 23 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–23 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 32 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 7 |
| Power Train | 9 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 3 |
| Tires | 2 | 7 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1988 Ford Ranger
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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.