2025 Ford Ranger
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Raptor Supercrew 3.0l 4WD, Supercrew 2.3l 4WD, Supercrew 2.7l 4WD
- Engines
- 2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 21 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 210.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,414–5,324 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 13 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- 13 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Ford Ranger is a standard pickup truck offered with 3 engines (2.3L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 6-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 211 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 129-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,324 lb (Raptor Supercrew 3.0l 4WD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway), 12% better than the 2025 standard pickup truck average of 20.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 13 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Ranger — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Ranger →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Wayne, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Ranger configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raptor Supercrew 3.0l 4WD | 210.6 in | 79.9 in | 76 in | 128.7 in | 63.8 / 67.3 in | 5,324 lb | |
| Supercrew 2.3l 4WD | 210.6 in | 75.6 in | 74.4 in | 128.7 in | 63.8 / 67.3 in | 4,414 lb | 56/44 |
| Supercrew 2.7l 4WD | 210.6 in | 75.6 in | 74.4 in | 128.7 in | 63.8 / 67.3 in | 4,581 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger 2WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +12% | $2,900 | 380 |
| Ranger 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | +21% | $3,050 | 405 |
| Ranger 4WD | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 20 | +10% | $3,350 | 431 |
| Ranger RAPTOR 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 18 / 17 | -7% | $3,950 | 525 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Ford Ranger.
Similar 2025 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Ranger (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2025 Toyota Tacoma | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Colorado | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 GMC Canyon | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Honda Ridgeline | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 GMC Hummer EV | 318 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Jeep Gladiator | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (13)
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · May 27, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V343000 · 1,536 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Seats › Critical Fasteners · Apr 28, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V268000 · 179,698 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
- Risk
- A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Fordâs number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Structure › Interior Panels › Sun Visor · Apr 14, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V238000 · 140,201 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
- Risk
- Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 6/29/2026 for Phase 2 and the week of 7/27/2026 for Phase 3. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S29. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) · Mar 3, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V122000 · 47,804 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights · Feb 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module · Dec 1, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V823000 · 679 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Visibility › Windshield · Oct 10, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V683000 · 9 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard · Oct 9, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V678000 · 405 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger vehicles. The instrument panel top cover may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C54. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · Aug 22, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V541000 · 100,900 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger vehicles. The side curtain air bags may contact the B-Pillar inner reinforcements and tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Risk
- Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C41.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software · Jul 25, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V488000 · 312,120 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Electrical System › Software · Jun 13, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V399000 · 45 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger trucks. The instrument panel was not properly configured, preventing many of the the warning lights or gauges from properly displaying. This includes forward collision warnings, auto emergency braking, traction control, roll stability, and other gauges. The fuel gauge, distance to empty, and fuel economy may also not show accurately. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Risk
- An instrument panel that does not clearly display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Fords number for this recall is 25C23.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Ball Joint · May 9, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V310000 · 4,497 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
- Risk
- A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.
Seats › Critical Fasteners · May 9, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V311000 · 46 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Risk
- A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C16.
Not every 2025 Ford Ranger is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Ford Ranger buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 13 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 17 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine — 12 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 10 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 2,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Ford Ranger. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Ranger years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ranger | 23 | 210.6 in | Not rated | 8 | 9 |
| 2024 Ranger | 22 | 210.6 in | Not rated | 13 | 96 |
| 2023 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | Not rated | 4 | 18 |
| 2022 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | Not rated | 5 | 38 |
| 2021 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | Not rated | 6 | 119 |
| 2020 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 130 |
| 2019 Ranger | 23 | 211 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 270 |
| 2011 Ranger | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 223 |
| 2010 Ranger | 24 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 8 | 140 |
| 2009 Ranger | 23 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 152 |
| 2008 Ranger | 23 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 306 |
| 2007 Ranger | 23 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 243 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →