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2026 Ford Ranger

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

4 current

Combined

11.6L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,922

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2026258 · manufacturer campaign 26S35

27 May 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2025–2026 · Explorer 2025–2026 · Ranger 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the engine could fail and cause a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.3 L engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine.

159 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2026211 · manufacturer campaign 26S30

28 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2024–2026 · Ranger 2024–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the pivot bolts in the height adjuster assembly for the front seats may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the bolt(s) could loosen and detach. If this happens, the seat(s) could move in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat that moves in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the height-adjust link(s) and pivot bolts.

15,127 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026190 · manufacturer campaign 26S29

15 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: Ranger 2024–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the wiring for the sun visors may not have been manufactured and/or installed properly. As a result, the wiring could become damaged and cause a short circuit or electrical arcing (sparks).

Why it matters

A short circuit or electrical arcing can create the risk of a fire or injury.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the sun visor wiring harness. The dealer will also update the body control module software.

14,525 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2026079 · manufacturer campaign 26C10

20 February 2026

Transport Canada lists: Expedition 2022–2026 · F-150 2021–2026 · F-250 Super Duty 2022–2026 · F-350 Super Duty 2022–2026 · and 7 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem with the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may cause the trailer lights not to work when towing. This problem could also cause the trailer brakes not to work on certain vehicles. Note: This problem would cause a "Trailer brake module fault" message to be displayed and turn signal telltale to flash rapidly. This recall also affects certain Super Duty incomplete vehicles.

Why it matters

Trailer lights that don't work could make the vehicle less visible and cause following drivers not to recognize that the vehicle is braking or intends to turn or change lanes. These issues could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of trailer brakes could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the ITRM software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Ford dealership.

627,267 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Pickup truck: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 49% of 117 2026 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
273 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2026 Ford Ranger have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2026 Ford Ranger. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2026 Ford Ranger get?
NRCan rates the 2026 Ford Ranger at 11.6 L/100 km combined, emitting 273 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 3 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2026 Ford Ranger for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,922 in fuel, producing roughly 4,354 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.