1991 Ford Ranger vs 1991 GMC Sonoma
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 | 1991 Ford Ranger | 1991 GMC Sonoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 132 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 2 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–23 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | GMC Sonoma |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 4 |
| Suspension | 17 | 1 |
| Structure | 13 | 2 |
| Tires | 13 | 1 |
| Power Train | 12 | 2 |
| Visibility | 13 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 22 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
1991 Ford Ranger
1991 GMC Sonoma
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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.