The 2023 Ford Ranger has 34 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and service brakes. Owners most often flag 10-speed automatic transmission failures (2019-2023 models): major internal failures, burnt fluid, fault code p07f7, requiring full replacement; linked to technical service bulletins (e.g., tsb 24-2209). frequency: very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Ford Ranger vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 9 Ranger model years we track, complaint volume runs from 27 (2025) to 656 (1998). With 34 complaints, the 2023 Ranger sits belowthe model's median of 235.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on the generation discussed. For older models (pre-2011), there is a strong, positive consensus on their durability, simplicity, and value, with specific engines praised for exceptional longevity.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Ranger. See the full Ranger owner picture and every model year.
Used Ranger listings typically run $30,399–$36,030 across 2019 to 2026 model years.
Compare every Ranger year side by side to see how 2023 ranks against the rest.