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At a glance
What can fail
The engine block heater can crack and leak coolant. When plugged in, the leaked coolant may cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
This page covers 6 recalls, 35 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Ford Ranger.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 L/100km
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Powertrain complaints dominate what 2022 Ford Ranger owners report, making up the bulk of filed issues. The most common pattern is transmission behavior, owners describe the truck jerking or hesitating when accelerating from a stop, sudden RPM spikes while underway, and moments where the vehicle briefly loses forward momentum before snapping back to normal speed, often with no fault codes stored. A handful of owners report complete transmission failure, some noting it occurred just after the factory warranty expired. Electrical system complaints come in at a distant second, though the reported details are limited. A couple of engine complaints round out the picture, with one owner reporting a cracked valve cover and high-pressure pump seal failure confirmed at two dealerships, and another describing ignition coil and spark plug failure attributed to the absence of an engine cover.
35
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Ford Ranger has 6 recalls, the most serious being a fuel leak risk on 2.3L-equipped vehicles where a loose fuel line connection can allow gasoline to escape near hot engine components, raising the risk of an engine fire.
A separate fire risk affects vehicles equipped with an optional engine block heater: the heater can develop a crack that lets coolant leak onto its electrical components, creating a short circuit when the heater is plugged into an outlet. On the structural side, some windshields were not properly bonded to the body and can detach in a crash, removing a critical layer of occupant protection and increasing the chance of serious injury. There is also a visibility concern: a software issue can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image when reversing, leaving the driver without a view of what is directly behind the vehicle. Rounding out the list is a label issue on certain trucks where the Tire and Loading Information sticker states an incorrect load carrying capacity, which can lead owners to overload the vehicle beyond its safe limits.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine block heater can crack and leak coolant. When plugged in, the leaked coolant may cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
The dealer will replace the block heater at no cost, or install a blanking plug and remove the heater cord.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image or fail to clear the image after backing up.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the rearview camera software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Tire and Loading Information label on your vehicle shows an incorrect weight limit, which could lead to overloading the vehicle.
What the fix does
Ford will mail you a replacement label to cover the old one, or you can visit a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have it installed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
On some vehicles with a 2.3L engine, fuel line connections between the fuel pump and fuel rail may be loose, allowing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
A Ford dealer will inspect the fuel line assembly and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel line connection may be loose because it wasn't tightened properly during manufacturing, which could allow fuel to leak.
What the fix does
The fuel line assembly will be inspected and replaced if necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The windshield may not be properly bonded to the vehicle body, which could cause it to detach during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
