1996 Ford F-250 vs 1996 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 | 1996 Ford F-250 | 1996 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 176 | 413 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 179 | 176 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 25 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–14 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 125,941 mi | 116,501 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-250 | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 35 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 60 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 31 |
| Visibility | 1 | 52 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 38 |
| Power Train | 19 | 28 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 31 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
1996 Ford F-250
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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.