2019 Ford Ranger vs 2021 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 | 2019 Ford Ranger | 2021 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 263 | 110 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 138 | 111 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,907 mi | 35,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 90 | 54 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 8 |
| Engine | 26 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 8 |
| Suspension | 17 | 2 |
| Visibility | 16 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Shifting problems | 23 | 11 |
| Stalling | 21 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 8 | 0 |
2019 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.