1992 Ford Ranger vs 1994 Ford Ranger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1992 Ford Ranger | 1994 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 189 | 438 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 58 | 100 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–22 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 95,000 mi | 115,915 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 66 |
| Tires | 15 | 54 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 58 |
| Electrical System | 41 | 25 |
| Suspension | 32 | 30 |
| Power Train | 13 | 49 |
| Parking Brake | 0 | 47 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 24 | 20 |
| Stalling | 5 | 17 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
1992 Ford Ranger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.