2024 Ford Ranger Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know

2024 Ford Ranger Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls29 recalls

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Campaign #22V45100024/06/2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.

Campaign #22V68500014/09/2022

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Campaign #23V37900026/05/2023

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Campaign #25V44200027/06/2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

Campaign #25V68500010/10/2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Ford Ranger problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Ford Ranger has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Fuel-Line, Vapor-Line, and Pump-Fastener Leak Recalls, Rearview-Camera Hardware and Software Recalls, Front Upper Control-Arm Ball-Joint Fastener Recalls. Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Ford Ranger reliable?

The 2024 Ford Ranger has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 4 issues are rated critical: Fuel-Line, Vapor-Line, and Pump-Fastener Leak Recalls and Rearview-Camera Hardware and Software Recalls and Front Upper Control-Arm Ball-Joint Fastener Recalls and Transmission Valve-Body Recall for Unexpected Movement. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2022-2024 Ford Ranger Fuel-Line, Vapor-Line, and Pump-Fastener Leak Recalls?

NHTSA campaign 22V685 covers certain 2022 2.3L Rangers with an improperly tightened fuel-line connection. Campaign 24V848 covers certain 2024 trucks whose fuel-vapor-line bracket can damage the line. Campaign 25V597 covers certain 2024 trucks with improperly tightened high-pressu… Severity: high.

What is the 2019-2024 Ford Ranger Rearview-Camera Hardware and Software Recalls?

Ranger rearview-camera campaigns include 20V575 for a poor electrical connection on certain 2020 cameras, 25V572 for distorted, inverted, or blank images on certain 2019 cameras, 25V442 for a blank or persistent image from software on certain 2019-2023 trucks, and 25V315 for dela… Severity: high.

What is the 2024-2025 Ford Ranger Front Upper Control-Arm Ball-Joint Fastener Recalls?

NHTSA campaigns 24V770 and 25V310 cover certain 2024-2025 Ranger vehicles whose front upper control-arm ball-joint fastener may be missing, loose, or improperly tightened. The control arm can detach from the knuckle, causing a loss of steering and vehicle control. Severity: high.

What is the 2024 Ford Ranger Transmission Valve-Body Recall for Unexpected Movement?

NHTSA campaign 25V164 covers certain 2024 Ranger vehicles with an incorrectly machined transmission valve body. The condition can cause reverse-gear failure or unexpected forward movement while reverse or neutral is selected. Severity: high.

2024 Ford Ranger Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Ford Ranger problems?

Is the Ford Ranger reliable?

What is the 2022-2024 Ford Ranger Fuel-Line, Vapor-Line, and Pump-Fastener Leak Recalls?

What is the 2019-2024 Ford Ranger Rearview-Camera Hardware and Software Recalls?

What is the 2024-2025 Ford Ranger Front Upper Control-Arm Ball-Joint Fastener Recalls?

What is the 2024 Ford Ranger Transmission Valve-Body Recall for Unexpected Movement?