2008 Ford Ranger vs 2008 Nissan Frontier
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 | 2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 324 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 16 | 106 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–23 | 16–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 66,500 mi | 85,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 293 | 21 |
| Power Train | 1 | 54 |
| Engine | 4 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 13 |
| Structure | 9 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2008 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.