2020 Ford Ranger vs 2020 RAM 1500
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 | 2020 Ford Ranger | 2020 RAM 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 123 | 618 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 135 | 1,223 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 17–26 |
| Median reported mileage | 31,250 mi | 26,373 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Ranger | RAM 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 153 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 158 |
| Power Train | 45 | 62 |
| Steering | 2 | 58 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 52 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 40 |
| Structure | 5 | 43 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 13 | 25 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 47 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 33 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 19 |
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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.