Ford Ranger recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 43 safety recalls naming the Ford Ranger, launched from 1999 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Ford Ranger recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 43
- 1999 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 28 September 2026
- R/2026/366
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Ford Ranger recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Multi Vehicle Line: Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) Unexpected Activation / Deactivation
R/2026/366, launched 28 September 2026. Also covers the Kuga, Mach-E
Defect: Affected vehicles have been identified where the Traffic Sign Recognition and Driver Alert System are being turned on or off without the expected notification to the driver.
Remedy: Update the vehicles configuration and Software.
Ranger: Side Air Curtain Deployment
R/2026/352, launched 16 September 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles in the event of a curtain airbag deployment the curtain airbag may not deploy fully as intended increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.
Remedy: Remove and replace the B-Pillar trim.
26S35 – Ranger – Engine failure
R/2026/289, launched 31 August 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles it may be possible that one or more engine camshaft roller finger followers were not properly installed at the time of assembly. An improperly installed camshaft roller finger follower may result in engine failure resulting in a no-start condition or a loss of motive power.
Remedy: Replace the engine.
26S10 - Kuga Ranger - Potential Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Failure
R/2026/160, launched 27 August 2026. Also covers the Kuga
Defect: On affected vehicles the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve may fail leading to weak acceleration engine vibration a no start condition or a loss of power.
Remedy: Replace the EGR valve.
26S19 Ranger PHEV - High Voltage Battery Tray Retaining Bracket Replacement
R/2026/123, launched 22 June 2026, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience a fracture of the High Voltage Battery front mounting bracket lower legs potentially causing the battery to drop onto the chassis frame.
Remedy: Replace the High Voltage Battery which contains the retaining brackets
25S19 Ranger – Automatic Transmission no reverse
R/2026/174, launched 8 May 2026
Defect: Ford constantly monitors production processes and vehicles in service. While monitoring vehicles in operation we have become aware of a number of Ranger automatic transmission vehicles where you may experience no reverse motion when the gear selector is placed in reverse due to a potential issue with the transmission main control valve body. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and Wrench light will illuminate when this malfunction occurs. The vehicle could roll forward despite the gear selector being in the reverse position depending on where parked. Unexpected vehicle motion can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Replace the transmission main control valve body
Ranger: 10R80 Transmission Oil Pump Gears Software Update
R/2026/127, launched 27 March 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20S10 may not have been delivered properly and vehicles may exhibit an issue where the transmission lubricant pump gear could fail.
Remedy: Update the Power Control Module and Transmission Control Module and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.
25S98 Ranger - Rear Brake Caliper Anchor Bolts Torque Inspection
R/2025/433, launched 15 October 2025, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the correct tightening torque was not reached on some of the rear brake caliper anchor bolts during manufacturing. If one or both caliper mounting bolts are missing or fail the caliper may become dislodged from the axle and interfere with the wheel assembly and surrounding components.
Remedy: Inspect both rear brake calipers and replace any parts if necessary.
Frozen Rearview Camera Screen
R/2025/361, launched 24 September 2025. Also covers the Focus, Mach-E, Mustang, Transit, Transit Courier, Transit Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.
Remedy: Update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software to the latest level.
CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
R/2025/359, launched 8 September 2025. Also covers the EcoSport, Edge, Explorer, Fiesta, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, Mustang, Puma, Tourneo Custom, Transit, Transit Courier, Transit Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.
Remedy: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
25S77 – Ranger – Potential loss of brake assist
R/2025/326, launched 15 August 2025
Defect: Affected vehicles could experience loss of brake boost and extended brake pedal travel and stopping distance.
Remedy: Update the Electric Brake Boost module software to the latest level.
25S39 Ranger - Potential Camshaft Sprocket Failure
R/2025/301, launched 5 August 2025
Defect: On affected vehicles the left-side camshaft sprocket on the engine could fracture due to a manufacturing defect resulting in an engine stall.
Remedy: Inspect the left-side camshaft sprocket and replace if necessary.
24S68 – Ranger Driver Seatbelt Webbing Inspection
R/2024/439, launched 4 November 2024
Defect: On affected vehicles the driver’s seatbelt webbing may have been incorrectly routed through the rubber anchor trim sleeve only instead of being routed through both the rubber and the metal anchor eyelet increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Inspect driver’s seat belt routing replace as necessary.
Ranger Idler Gear Failure
R/2024/245, launched 24 July 2024, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A small number of Ranger vehicles that have been manufactured with an incorrectly assembled engine idler gear. An improperly installed engine idler gear may cause an engine stall with sudden loss of power whilst driving increasing the risk of crash or injury. A noise is typically observed from the engine in advance. In the event of a failure the vehicle will stall and/or not start.
Remedy: Replace Idler assembly
23S67 – Ranger Platinum Child Lock
R/2024/048, launched 19 April 2024
Defect: Ranger Platinum vehicles where the electronic child lock system may show as engaged on the orange light on the window switch pack on the door trim but the rear doors could be opened from the interior door release handle. A Child Lock Malfunction message in the cluster or a warning flash on the activation button may or may not illuminate.
Remedy: Modification to system wiring and system reset.
23C27 - Ranger - Front wiper motor linkage inspection
R/2024/042, launched 18 February 2024
Defect: Ranger vehicles have been manufactured using a front wiper motor linkage that could potentially fracture due to a manufacturing quality issue. In some circumstances a fractured wiper arm linkage will reduce the visual performance through the passenger side of the windshield below levels required to maintain vehicle compliance.
Remedy: Inspect and replace if required
The incorrect Front Propeller Shaft may have been installed.
R/2024/033, launched 5 February 2024, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The incorrect Front Propeller Shaft may have been installed.
Remedy: Replace Front Propeller Shaft
Ranger vehicles where the High Pressure (HP) Pipes connecting with the Fuel Pump may not have been correctly tightened to specifications. Incorrectly tightened HP Pipe joints/nuts may loosen over time resulting in a fuel leak.
R/2023/320, launched 10 November 2023, 152 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Ranger vehicles where the High Pressure (HP) Pipes connecting with the Fuel Pump may not have been correctly tightened to specifications. Incorrectly tightened HP Pipe joints/nuts may loosen over time resulting in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Inspect connections. If no leak present retorque connections. If leak found replace pipework.
Ranger vehicles that may have been produced with incorrect bolts for the rear axle ring gear. In some circumstances the incorrect ring gear bolts may become loose under severe driving conditions causing knocking or whining noises from the rear axle. In very extreme cases the vehicle may experience rear axle lock-up due to the bolts detaching and getting stuck in the rear axle gears.
R/2023/285, launched 3 October 2023, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Ranger vehicles that may have been produced with incorrect bolts for the rear axle ring gear. In some circumstances the incorrect ring gear bolts may become loose under severe driving conditions causing knocking or whining noises from the rear axle. In very extreme cases the vehicle may experience rear axle lock-up due to the bolts detaching and getting stuck in the rear axle gears.
Remedy: The dealer will replace the complete rear axle assembly on all of the affected vehicles.
Affected vehicles may have been produced with the propeller shaft flange to transmission bolts loose and / or missing.
R/2023/247, launched 24 August 2023, 8 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been produced with the propeller shaft flange to transmission bolts loose and / or missing.
Remedy: Check and rework the bolts if necessary.
Ranger vehicles that have a manual rear door child lock which is activated near the rear door latch may have been incorrectly fitted with a switch pack that includes a rear window/rear door child lock button that illuminates when actuated.
R/2023/241, launched 16 August 2023, 785 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Ranger vehicles that have a manual rear door child lock which is activated near the rear door latch may have been incorrectly fitted with a switch pack that includes a rear window/rear door child lock button that illuminates when actuated.
Remedy: Remove and replace the driver door window control switch with the correct version.
When the turn signal / hazard lamp audible indicator is activated an Event Warning Chime will not be audible at the same time
R/2023/201, launched 25 May 2023, 163 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: While monitoring vehicles in operation when the turn signal / hazard lamp audible indicator is activated an Event Warning Chime (e.g. Seat Belt warnings Lane Keeping warnings) at the same time will not be audible.
Remedy: Affected vehicles need to receive updated Instrument Panel Cluster Software
On the affected vehicles the Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level
R/2023/152, launched 23 May 2023, 18 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Everest
Defect: On affected vehicles the Brake Fluid Level Low warning message will not appear on the Instrument Panel Cluster when the brake fluid level falls below a pre-determined level.
Remedy: Affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have a software update that will restore feature functionality.
The driver s seat belt might have the webbing routed through the anchor rubber trim sleeve instead of being routed through the metal anchor eyelet.
R/2023/085, launched 30 March 2023, 13 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The driver’s seat belt might have the webbing routed through the anchor rubber trim sleeve instead of being routed through the metal anchor eyelet.
Remedy: Carry out a visual inspection of the driver seat belt at the pre-tensioner. Any vehicle that has failed this inspection will be retained and the affected part will be replaced.
THE VEHICLE COULD DEVELOP A CRACK AROUND THE EXHAUST MUFFLER FLANGE
R/2022/196, launched 22 March 2023, 20,370 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that the exhaust muffler flange weld could crack and in extreme circumstances the exhaust muffler could detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Replace the exhaust muffler.
On several Ranger vehicles an incorrectly configured Headlamp Control Module (HCM) is causing the Static Bending Light (SBL) feature to not work as intended.
R/2023/014, launched 31 January 2023, 163 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On several Ranger vehicles an incorrectly configured Headlamp Control Module (HCM) is causing the Static Bending Light (SBL) feature to not work as intended.
Remedy: Affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have a new software update to restore feature functionality.
VEHICLES COULD SUFFER A DIFFERENTIAL DRIVE PINION FAILURE
R/2022/142, launched 1 November 2022, 14,717 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A small number of Ford Ranger vehicles could suffer a differential drive pinion failure caused by micro cracks created during the production process.
Remedy: Inspect and replace rear differential parts as necessary.
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE STEERING COLUMN BOLT MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION
R/2022/308, launched 28 October 2022, 433 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the affected vehicles there is a possibility that steering column bolt may not be correctly tightened to specification.
Remedy: Inspect the bolt that secures the intermediate shaft to the steering column and tighten to specification.
AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE UPON DEPLOYMENT
R/2019/155, launched 31 July 2021, 211,055 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Air bag inflators may not operate as intended
Remedy: Replace air bag inflator
TAKATA AIR BAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE ON DEPLOYMENT
R/2019/156, launched 21 August 2020, 2,966 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Edge, Fusion, GT, Lincoln Town Car, Mkx, Mkz, Mustang
Defect: Air bag inflators may not operate as intended
Remedy: Replace air bag inflator
OVER TIME THE FUNCTION OF THE TAKATA NADI AIRBAG INFLATOR CAN DEGRADE DUE TO AIR AND MOISTURE INGRESS INTO THE INFLATOR MATERIAL
R/2020/126, launched 18 May 2020, 3,339 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Everest
Defect: The function of the driver airbag inflators can degrade due to air and moisture ingress.
Remedy: Replace Driver air bag inflator
TRANSMISSION FLUID PUMP GEAR FAILURE CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID PRESSURE IN THE TRANSMISSION
R/2020/103, launched 28 April 2020, 6,330 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Everest
Defect: Transmission fluid pump gear failure
Remedy: Update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software
AIR BAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE ON DEPLOYMENT
R/2019/335, launched 4 October 2019, 16,520 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Driver and passenger air bags may cause injury if deployed.
Remedy: Replace Driver and Passenger air bag inflators.
AIR BAG INFLATOR TO BE REPLACED
R/2019/061, launched 17 September 2019, 41,475 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Everest
Defect: Driver & Passenger air bag may deploy incorrectly if activated
Remedy: Replace the passenger air bag inflator
RUPTURED FLEXIBLE FRONT BRAKE HOSES MAY OCCUR DURING SUSPENSION AND STEERING ARTICULATIONS
R/2019/153, launched 12 July 2019, 28,780 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Ruptured flexible front brake hoses may occur from cyclic fatigue.
Remedy: Replace the front brake hoses with a redesigned component.
SIDE AIRBAG INITIATOR MAY BE DEFECTIVE
R/2018/118, launched 9 May 2018, 50 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a defective side airbag initiator. This may cause the side airbag not to deploy in an accident.
Remedy: On affected vehicles fit new side airbags.
REAR DRIVESHAFT MAY BECOME DAMAGED RESULTING IN LOSS OF DRIVE
R/2017/273, launched 29 September 2017, 3,277 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the clip that retains the gearshift cables may not be fully engaged with the metal portion of the handbrake cable.
Remedy: Inspect the gearshift cables and driveshaft for signs of contact damage and replace if required. Also the dealership will inspect the gearshift cables clip to ensure it is correctly aligned and fully engaged.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
R/2017/009, launched 6 February 2017, 51 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible for the automatic transmission to shift from 6th to 1st due to an incorrect signal from the output speed sensor. The unintended down shift will cause an abrupt wheel speed reduction.
Remedy: On affected vehicles carry out a TCM recalibration
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2015/025, launched 11 February 2015, 13,853 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: A batch of fuel injector may have been assembled correctly. The internal valve can fail and cause reduced fuel pressure and engine shutdown shutdown with no restart.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the injectors. If the injectors of concern are fitted they will be replaced.
SEATBACK MAY NOT ENGAGE CORRECTLY
R/2012/113, launched 20 October 2012, 478 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the seatback latch may fail to engage correctly resulting in the rear seatback not being positively secured to the body striker.
Remedy: Dealers will fit a new hog ring securing the strap to the latch mechanism.
GEARBOX MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
R/2010/128, launched 22 September 2010, 784 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The bracket that secures the automatic transmission shift cable to the transmission casing may crack and break. This is as a result of unnecessary welding. Should the bracket fail then gear selection witl be extremely difficult or in extreme cases impossible.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and check the bracket. If the bracket has been welded then replacement of the bracket is required.
POSSIBLE CASTING DEFECT IN FRONT STEERING KNUCKLES
R/2003/055, launched 22 April 2003, 386 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Steering knuckle casting may crack
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and using dye penetrant inspection techniques check the steering knuckles for the presence of a crack. Replace with new any part failing the above test.
THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED
R/1999/021, launched 6 April 1999, 5,363 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Explorer, F Series, Mountaineer, Mustang
Defect: Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.
Remedy: Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Ford Ranger, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Ford dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.