2005 Ford Ranger vs 2007 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 | 2005 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 289 | 270 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 30 | 21 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–23 | 15–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 132 | 236 |
| Structure | 34 | 13 |
| Suspension | 26 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 3 |
| Tires | 8 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 34 | 6 |
| Stalling | 21 | 0 |
2005 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.