Ford Ranger Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Ford Ranger across 23 model years. The 2019 model year has the most (19). The words owners use most often: “brake lines” (7% of reports).
- 109service brakes complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 19mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 19%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Brake lines: mentioned in 8 of 109 complaints (7%)
- Pedal depressed: mentioned in 7 of 109 complaints (6%)
- Went floor: mentioned in 6 of 109 complaints (6%)
- Rear end: mentioned in 6 of 109 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 67 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 109 complaints, 19 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury.
Ford Ranger service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ranger | 5 | 12% | — |
| 2024 Ranger | 7 | 8% | — |
| 2023 Ranger | 2 | 11% | — |
| 2022 Ranger | 2 | 5% | — |
| 2021 Ranger | 14 | 12% | 19,408 |
| 2020 Ranger | 9 | 7% | 1,321 |
| 2019 Ranger | 19 | 7% | 2,662 |
| 2011 Ranger | 8 | 3% | 39,938 |
| 2010 Ranger | 2 | 1% | 12,250 |
| 2009 Ranger | 3 | 2% | 34,500 |
| 2007 Ranger | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2006 Ranger | 3 | 1% | 47,000 |
| 2005 Ranger | 6 | 2% | 32,217 |
| 2004 Ranger | 3 | 1% | 72,895 |
| 2003 Ranger | 5 | 2% | 78,865 |
| 2002 Ranger | 2 | 1% | 98,500 |
| 2001 Ranger | 4 | 1% | 110,004 |
| 2000 Ranger | 4 | 1% | 121,341 |
| 1999 Ranger | 2 | 0% | 166,155 |
| 1998 Ranger | 1 | 0% | 214,299 |
| 1997 Ranger | 3 | 1% | 162,500 |
| 1996 Ranger | 2 | 0% | 93,500 |
| 1995 Ranger | 2 | 1% | 175,077 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module
Model years: 2025
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software
Model years: 2025
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Brake fault warning light stays on. It will not reset and 2 different Ford dealers cannot figure out the problem. The dealerships cannot determine if the brakes are malfunctioning. The problem forst occured May 2026.
one brake rotor has warping issues from faulty made parts,truck only has 11,000 miles and should not have an issue with brake rotors.Espically just one
During low speed driving, mainly stop and go traffic the truck will randomly lunge forward when the brake pedal is engaged. It happens when accelerating and the truck will shift in to second gear, then if you apply the brake the truck will act like it is going to stall, the engine rpm will spike…
The brakes failed within hours of owning the Certified, WARRANTIED VEHICLE. ALMOST had an accident. Within <5 weeks of owning this warrantied certified vehicle, was stranded on Rine Ridge Indian Reservation and on the highway. Engine jerk so bad feels like I a derby car. Then just stalls. The dont…
The brake pedal is extremely soft and routinely travels to the floor during normal driving conditons. It also catches at various levels. It is impossible to tap the brakes to slow the vehicle down when rounding a corner which has led to several scary incidents and near misses. The truck is…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Rangers have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 109 owner complaints about service brakes for the Ford Ranger. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford Ranger service brakes?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Ford Ranger?
The most frequent phrase is “brake lines”, in 8 of 109 complaints, followed by “pedal depressed” (7).
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- Power Train problems (745)
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- Structure problems (668)
- Suspension problems (523)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (486)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (483)
- Electrical System problems (434)
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