2006 Ford Ranger vs 2008 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 271 | 324 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 15 | 16 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–23 | 15–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 66,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 174 | 293 |
| Structure | 26 | 9 |
| Suspension | 20 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 7 |
| Engine | 12 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 33 | 11 |
| Stalling | 11 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2006 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.