Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 12 | 1.4× | — | Airbag | Average |
| 2000 | 6 | −18% | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 1998 | 6 | −18% | 2 | Engine | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median Ranger EV year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ford Ranger EV problems
Latest Ford Ranger EV recalls
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Vehicle description: electric light duty pickup trucks. If the transaxle attaching bolts begin to loosen, the driver could notice a jerking motion and/or a clunking sound. If not serviced promptly, all nine bolts could ultimately fall out or fracture and the transaxle could drop.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the mounting bolts with longer bolts that include a thread lock material. When installed, the new bolts will be tightened to a higher torque. Owner notification began May 8, 2001.
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables
Vehicle description: light duty electric pickup trucks equipped with the optional traction battery heater system. This battery heater could have a loose crimp connection where the power wires are attached to one of the heater elements.
Remedy: Dealers will disable the battery pack heaters.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ford Ranger EV should you avoid?
None of the Ford Ranger EV years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Ford Ranger EV?
1998 has the fewest complaints compared with other Ranger EV years at the same age, followed by 2000. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Ford Ranger EV problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (5), transmission & drivetrain (3) and speed control & acceleration (3). Engine complaints peak in the 1998 model year.
How many recalls has the Ford Ranger EV had?
2 recalls across 1998–2001. The model year with the most is 1998.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.