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Electrical: engine block heater
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
2022 Ford RangerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 39 owner complaints about the 2022 Ford Ranger, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-451 the manufacturer reports only 58% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 7, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Ford Ranger has problems
39 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Power train
9Electrical system
6Engine
3Vehicle speed control
2Visibility/wiper
2Exterior lighting
2Seats
2Service brakes
1Fuel system, gasoline
99 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 18 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 9 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2022 Ford Ranger recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
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repaired · 2025 Q1
Visibility: windshield
Risk. A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Ranger year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Ranger median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Ranger owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Loud noise from rear of vehicle while driving. Had a independent shop look at the truck and found both rear wheel bearings are extremely rough and loud when tuning by hand. Checked recalls because it looks like there has been recalls issued for other similar Rangers but NHTSA states "No open…
Vehicle was placed into Ford’s Neutral Tow mode according to the owner’s manual before being recreationally towed behind a motorhome. The instrument cluster displayed Ford’s confirmation that Neutral Tow was enabled and the vehicle was ready for four-wheel-down towing. The transmission failure…
Transmission. Total mechanical failure. TSB. 23-2250 TBS 24-2101 TBS. 25-2134. Transmission fluid was replaced at 83709. Replaced at 104263. Factory schedule 150000. Ford is aware they are selling a product that has Factory mechanical issues.
Own a 2022 Ranger?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.