Latest Recall26V650000|Days Since Recall12|Recalls YTD76|Vehicles Affected YTD14.1M|Current Streak12d|Record Streak16d|Ford Quality IndexVOLATILE|Service Advisor ConfidenceBULLISH|Previous Streak0d|Latest Recall26V650000|Days Since Recall12|Recalls YTD76|Vehicles Affected YTD14.1M|Current Streak12d|Record Streak16d|Ford Quality IndexVOLATILE|Service Advisor ConfidenceBULLISH|Previous Streak0d|
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2023 Ford Ranger Recalls

Our NHTSA-derived database currently contains 4 recall campaigns applicable to the 2023 Ford Ranger.

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23V379000OFFICIAL DATAReported May 26, 2023

Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity/FMVSS 110

Component
EQUIPMENT
Potentially Affected Across Entire Campaign
29.6K
Problem

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."

Consequence

An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C18.

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23V283000OFFICIAL DATAReported Apr 20, 2023

Improperly Tightened Wheel Lug Nuts

Component
WHEELS
Potentially Affected Across Entire Campaign
1.4K
Problem

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, retighten the lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S17.

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25V442000OFFICIAL DATAReported Jun 27, 2025

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potentially Affected Across Entire Campaign
200K
Problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Consequence

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

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25V685000OFFICIAL DATAReported Oct 10, 2025

Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Component
EQUIPMENT
Potentially Affected Across Entire Campaign
59K
Problem

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

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Related

OFFICIAL DATA Does the 2023 Ford Ranger have recalls?+

Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaign(s) involving the 2023 Ford Ranger appear in our database.

OFFICIAL DATA What is the latest 2023 Ford Ranger recall?+

Campaign 23V379000, reported May 26, 2023.

OFFICIAL DATA How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Ranger have?+

4 in our database.

OFFICIAL DATA Are 2023 Ford Ranger recalls free to repair?+

Recall repairs under an NHTSA campaign are typically free. Confirm with Ford or an authorized dealer.

OFFICIAL DATA How do I know if my specific Ranger is recalled?+

Check your VIN through the official NHTSA recall lookup. A campaign here does not establish your specific vehicle is affected.

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