2009 Ford Ranger vs 2011 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 | 2009 Ford Ranger | 2011 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 168 | 235 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 10 | 12 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–23 | 16–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 36,750 mi | 49,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 143 | 196 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 8 |
| Structure | 3 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 9 |
| Power Train | 3 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 4 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
2009 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.