2021 Ford Ranger safety record
Crash-test ratings, severity signals from owner complaints, fatal-crash involvement and safety recalls — all from official federal sources.
Not rated
NHTSA overall rating
6
complaints reporting a crash
3
complaints reporting fire
6
safety recall campaigns
Among NHTSA complaints for this model year, 7 report injuries (9 people injured). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Fatal crash records (FARS 2020–2023). 2021 Ford Ranger vehicles were involved in 28 fatal crashes with 10 occupant deaths in federal crash records. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Crash- and fire-risk recalls
- Fire riskEngine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short… · Oct 10, 2025
- Crash riskA software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the… · Jun 27, 2025
- Crash riskTire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying… · May 26, 2023
- Crash riskCruise control radar module was misaligned during production · Dec 16, 2021
- Crash riskFront passenger outboard seat belt may not have been assembled properly… · Oct 15, 2021
- Crash riskFixed head restraints may interfere with proper installation of certain types… · Sep 30, 2021