The 2023 Ford Ranger's low safety profile includes 3 recall campaigns and 0 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

23V2830002023-20-04

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.

Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V3790002023-26-05

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

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25V6850002025-10-10

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Ford Ranger Fuel Economy

19–23mpg combined

19-20city

19-26hwy

$3,050-$3,550/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2023 Ford Ranger ranges from 19 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Ranger 2WD - Automatic (S10)

22mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr5/10 Average

Ranger 4WD - Automatic (S10)

21mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr4/10 Average

Ranger Tremor 4WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city19 hwy~$3,550/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Ford Ranger

42States

26%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 42 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

87712%

FLFlorida

5808%

CACalifornia

4937%

PAPennsylvania

3515%

GAGeorgia

3344%

AZArizona

2964%

MIMichigan

2804%

MOMissouri

2714%

WAWashington

2704%

COColorado

2493%

DEDelaware

2343%

NCNorth Carolina

2333%

OHOhio

1943%

DCWashington DC

1712%

ILIllinois

1582%

MDMaryland

1542%

OROregon

1442%

UTUtah

1402%

IN125

OK121

AL116

TN114

ID113

MN108

NYNew York

1081%

KY103

NH91

NJ88

KS76

NM74

NV71

VT65

IA61

ME59

VA57

AR56

RI56

WI50

LA45

NE44

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

Buying a 2023 Ford Ranger?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2023 Ford Ranger a good car to buy?

The 2023 Ford Ranger has its strengths and its watch-outs. 3 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Ford Ranger?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2023 Ford Ranger. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Ford Ranger?

You'll get between 19 and 23 MPG combined from the 2023 Ford Ranger, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.