Car Defect Radar
Built from NHTSA complaints and recalls collected for this model, generated September 22, 2026. Totals reflect what has been collected, not every complaint ever filed.

Recalls

0 total

Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.

No recalls on record for this model

No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.

Owner complaints by system

156 total

Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.

Engine & powertrain

Minor
11

Most reports here involve fluid leaks.

fluid leaks 3unintended acceleration 2
A recent report: The contact owns a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the undercarriage was rusted. The contact stated that the fuel tank brackets had detached from the subframe. The vehicle was leaking fuel…
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The contact owns a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the undercarriage was rusted. The contact stated that the fuel tank brackets had detached from the subframe. The vehicle was leaking fuel. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The mechanic suggested that the subframe be rebuilt. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11499332 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Electrical & infotainment

Minor
3

Most reports here involve electrical shorts.

electrical shorts 1
A recent report: WHEN IT GETS COLD OUTSIDE, MY TURN SIGNALS WON'T WORK UNTIL THE CAB OF MY TRUCK WARMS UP. WHEN IT IS WARM OUTSIDE, THE TURN SIGNALS WORK PERFECTLY.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11051232 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Brakes

Minor
5

Most reports here involve loss of braking.

loss of braking 2unintended acceleration 1premature wear 1
A recent report: The contact owns a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the parking brake was depressed but went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the parking brake was not…
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The contact owns a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the parking brake was depressed but went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the parking brake was not functioning as designed. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and became aware that the parking brake cable was detached from the service brake system in the rear of the vehicle. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V202000 (Parking Brake) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 469,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11453382 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Steering, suspension & tires

Minor
1

Most reports here involve premature wear.

premature wear 1
A recent report: TPMS ISSUE, THE TPMS SENSOR HAS FAILED ON THE FRONT LEFT TIRE. THIS IS WITH 2 YEARS SERVICE AND 10,850 MILES. FORD CLAIM THEY ARE NOT COVERING SENSORS SINCE THEY TAKE ABUSE FROM POTHOLES AND OTHER…
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TPMS ISSUE, THE TPMS SENSOR HAS FAILED ON THE FRONT LEFT TIRE. THIS IS WITH 2 YEARS SERVICE AND 10,850 MILES. FORD CLAIM THEY ARE NOT COVERING SENSORS SINCE THEY TAKE ABUSE FROM POTHOLES AND OTHER ROAD CONDITIONS. SENSORS WERE COVERED BUT THEY HAVE HAD TOO MANY PROBLEMS SO THEY WILL NOT COVER THEM ANY LONGER. I ASKED THEM TO DISABLE THE RECEIVER SINCE THERE IS NO TRANSMITTER. THEY STATED IT IS A SAFETY SYSTEM THEY CAN'T SINCE THIS IS A MANDATORY SAFETY SYSTEM I WOULD SUBMIT FORD HAS IMPROPERLY DESIGNED THE SYSTEM AND IT SHOULD WORK AT LEAST AS LONG AT THE WARRANTY. *TR

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10461225 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Airbags & seat belts

Worth reading
120

Most reports here involve airbags not deploying. Of these, 6 mention a crash, 5 mention an injury.

airbags not deploying 5corrosion 1
A recent report: The contact owned a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while the son was driving uphill at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle crashed into the rear passenger side of a boat trailer, causing the…
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The contact owned a 2010 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while the son was driving uphill at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle crashed into the rear passenger side of a boat trailer, causing the vehicle to roll over and slide approximately 20 ft. During the crash, the front of the vehicle was severely damaged, but no air bags deployed. Additionally, the contact stated that a 100-pound dog was occupying the front passenger's seat during the crash. The driver sustained a mild concussion and was examined by a nurse, who was a neighbor. A police report was filed at the scene, and the vehicle was towed to the local storage lot and deemed destroyed. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (AIR BAGS), where the air bag warning light was illuminated after the recall remedy, and the dealer informed that it would un-illuminate after 50 miles. The failure mileage was 175,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11748760 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Structure & body

Minor
6

Most reports here involve corrosion.

corrosion 3
A recent report: 2010 ford ranger rust of frame spare tire mount fell off, rear leaf springs mounting rusted off. rust hole in right frame. dealer: family ford, marietta,oh, and ford consumer service all give me the…
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2010 ford ranger rust of frame spare tire mount fell off, rear leaf springs mounting rusted off. rust hole in right frame. dealer: family ford, marietta,oh, and ford consumer service all give me the run around and say nothing can be done. the rusted frame is a serious safety hazzard. they won't fix it and won't tell who to get to fix it.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11495608 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Other systems

Minor
10

Most reports here involve unintended acceleration.

unintended acceleration 1
A recent report: CALLED EVERGREEN FORD, ISSAQUAH, WA TO COMPLY WITH SAFETY RECALL NOTICE ON 06/26/2018 WAS TOLD I WOULD RECEIVE A CALL FROM MONICA. NO CALL AND FOLLOW-UP ON 07/11/2018 AND TOLD THAT THAT MY VEHICLE…
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CALLED EVERGREEN FORD, ISSAQUAH, WA TO COMPLY WITH SAFETY RECALL NOTICE ON 06/26/2018 WAS TOLD I WOULD RECEIVE A CALL FROM MONICA. NO CALL AND FOLLOW-UP ON 07/11/2018 AND TOLD THAT THAT MY VEHICLE WAS ON A WAITING LIST. AS OF 10/29/2018 STILL NO CALL OR DATE FOR REPAIR.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11143816 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Is 156 complaints a lot? They were filed between 2010 and 2026, roughly 9 a year, which is more than the typical model in this dataset. We do not have sales figures for this model, so treat this as a rough volume, not a rate per car on the road. Popular, high-volume models naturally collect more complaints over time.