1994 Ford Ranger vs 1996 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 | 1994 Ford Ranger | 1996 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 438 | 413 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 100 | 176 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 53 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 115,915 mi | 116,501 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 66 | 60 |
| Tires | 54 | 41 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 58 | 31 |
| Power Train | 49 | 28 |
| Visibility | 13 | 52 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 38 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 23 | 34 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 31 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 27 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 13 |
| Stalling | 17 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
1994 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.