1996 Chevrolet C1500 vs 1996 Ford Ranger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chevrolet C1500 | 1996 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 229 | 413 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 176 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 16–21 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 116,501 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet C1500 | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 58 | 52 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 37 | 60 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 38 |
| Power Train | 20 | 28 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 31 |
| Tires | 4 | 41 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 31 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 14 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
1996 Chevrolet C1500
1996 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.