NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Ford Ranger Safety Ratings
The 2024 Ford Ranger scores 72 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 13 recalls, and 55 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Ford Ranger presents a mixed, though not alarming, safety profile. While crash-test results are strong, a heavy recall load of 13 campaigns and a low avoidance-tech score temper the overall assessment. The model earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 72 out of 100, positioning it in the Average band.
The 2024 Ford Ranger received a 4-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 72 out of 100, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Ford Ranger ranks 84 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 72 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 22.8% |
| Recalls on file | 13 |
| Owner complaints | 55 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 84 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Ford Ranger?
The 2024 Ford Ranger Super Crew 4WD posted a Safety Index of 72 out of 100, a one-point gain over the 2023 model year's 71, both sitting in the Average band. That narrow improvement reflects stability rather than meaningful progress. The crash protection sub-score of 62 out of 70 is genuinely strong, driven by perfect 5-star frontal and side ratings from NHTSA, and it is the primary reason the overall Index stays respectable. The rollover rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a 23 percent rollover risk are the structural ceiling on that crash score. Where this model year distinctly struggles is the avoidance-tech sub-score of 3.5 out of 10, a consequence of lane departure warning being listed only as optional rather than standard. The defect record sub-score of 6.25 out of 20 reflects the weight of 13 recall campaigns, an unusually high count that spans seat fasteners, wiring harness placement, fuel pump bolt torque, and a trailer brake control system shared across a wide Ford lineup. That recall volume is the defining characteristic of this specific model year and the primary reason the Index did not climb further despite excellent frontal and side crash scores.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Ford Ranger perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Ford Ranger Super Crew 4WD's 23 percent rollover risk contributes to a 3 out of 5 star rating in that category, preventing a higher overall score for the vehicle. While frontal and side crash protection both achieved a full 5 out of 5 stars, and dynamic tip testing showed no tip, the overall safety rating from NHTSA stands at 4 out of 5 stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19154
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Yes, 13 recall campaigns cover this model year. Notable components include front seat critical fasteners that may be loose or dislodged, sun visor and headliner wiring harnesses improperly positioned, an integrated trailer brake control issue, an engine block heater concern, and high-pressure fuel pump bolts that may not be properly torqued. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is listed in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at NHTSA.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V268000
Risk: A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Reported 2026-04-28
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR26V238000
Risk: Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software. Damaged wiring harnesses will be replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 model year vehicles. Owners will be notified by mail the week of 5/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2026 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024
Reported 2026-04-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL26V104000
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Reported 2026-02-20
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER25V685000
Risk: 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
Reported 2025-10-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP25V597000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S90.
Reported 2025-09-11
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN25V541000
Risk: Air bags that deploy improperly during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will install protective shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C41.
Reported 2025-08-22
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT25V310000
Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.
Reported 2025-05-09
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V315000
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is avail
Reported 2025-05-09
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS25V237000
Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force and pinch a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C10.
Reported 2025-04-11
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY25V164000
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Reported 2025-03-14
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS24V848000
Risk: A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for a fuel vapor line bracket and install a tie strap to secure the fuel vapor line to the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S71.
Reported 2024-11-08
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT24V770000
Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S64.
Reported 2024-10-16
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Ford Ranger?
Fifty-five unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, including one alleged crash and one alleged injury. The most frequently cited components in these unverified reports are the Power Train with 16 allegations, the Electrical System with 15, and Service Brakes with 7.
55 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Ford Ranger?
The 2024 Ranger's recall record stands as its most immediate safety concern, with 13 distinct campaigns initiated. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to verify, via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool, that all applicable recall remedies have been completed. This verification is not a mere formality but a critical safety check prior to any acquisition.
- This model year carries 13 NHTSA recall campaigns, the highest driver of its below-average defect record sub-score of 6.25 out of 20, and that count distinguishes 2024 from the prior year's profile.
- The front seat critical fastener recall is specific to 2024 through 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles, meaning the front seating structure itself is under an active safety action that used-vehicle buyers must verify as remedied.
- The high-pressure fuel pump bolt recall, covering 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles, involves improperly torqued fasteners, a condition that warrants VIN-level confirmation of completion before any purchase.
- Lane departure warning is listed as optional rather than standard on this model year, directly suppressing the avoidance-tech sub-score to 3.5 out of 10 and signaling that not every 2024 Ranger on the used market will carry this feature.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Ford Ranger places
The 2024 Ford Ranger qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Ford Ranger safety questions
Was the 2024 Ford Ranger crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Ford Ranger, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 72 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Ford Ranger crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Ford Ranger earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 22.8%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Ranger have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 13 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Ford Ranger. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Ford Ranger?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 55 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Ford Ranger. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Ranger years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19154), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Ranger 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 84 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.