2007 Ford Ranger vs 2009 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | 2009 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 168 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 10 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–23 | 15–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 36,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 236 | 143 |
| Structure | 13 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 |
| Tires | 5 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 |
| Suspension | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 2 | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 5 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2007 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.