2023 Ford Ranger: reliability, problems and cost to own
Smart buyAbove average
It scores 70 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize pickups. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $15,561 to own, including $2,050 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Ford Ranger.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Back Over Prevention › SoftwareJun 27, 2025 · campaign 25V442000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to
Equipment › Other › LabelsMay 26, 2023 · campaign 23V379000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
No. It scores 70 out of 100, one of the more reliable midsize pickups of 2015–2024.
Is the 2023 Ford Ranger reliable?
It scores 70 out of 100 against other midsize pickups from 2015 to 2024, which is above average. Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,050 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2023 Ford Ranger cost to own?
About $15,561 over 5 years: $4,641 in lost value, $2,050 in repairs and $8,870 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $25,373 today.
What are the best years of the Ford Ranger?
Of the years we rate, the 2023 scores best (70/100) and the 2024 worst (14/100).