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1FTER4FH2PLE152332023 FORD Ranger

22of 100
Moderate Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
4
4 campaigns found
Safety Grade
D
60/100 composite
Complaints
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
3 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2023 FORD Ranger was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 4 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2023 FORD Ranger

2023 FORD Ranger was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 4 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

  • 4 open recalls including safety-critical systems (Active 'do not drive' recall; Engine recall)
  • Vehicle may qualify for lemon law protection based on recall and complaint pattern — consult an attorney
22
of 100
Moderate Risk
2 moderate risk signals detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
2 Contributing Risk Factors
4 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Vehicle may qualify as a lemon — repeat repair failures
+10
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
FORD
Model
Ranger
Year
2023
Trim / Series
XL, XLT, Lariat
Body Style
Pickup
Vehicle Type
TRUCK
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
4-cyl 2.3L
Transmission
Automatic
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Assembly
WAYNE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

Plant: WAYNE, MICHIGAN

CQuality55/100
Standard📍 WAYNE, MICHIGAN

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

Overall Safety Grade
D
Score: 60/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety10/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
68/100High
  • ▸Active 'do not drive' recall
  • ▸Engine recall
Modern Safety Index
57/100
Advanced
9 of 20 safety features detected
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
Elevated
  • ⚠Active 'do not drive' recall issued

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision Warning✓Standard
Automatic Emergency Braking✓Standard
Pedestrian AEB✓Standard
Rear AEB?Unknown
Lane Departure Warning?Unknown
Lane Keep Assist?Unknown
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot Monitoring?Unknown
Rear Cross Traffic Alert?Unknown
Adaptive Cruise Control?Unknown
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High Beam✓Standard
Parking Assist?Unknown
Backup Camera✓Standard
Electronic Stability Control✓Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data Recorder✓Standard
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake Support✓Standard
Keyless Ignition?Unknown
Recalls4

NHTSA Safety Recalls

4 RECALLS
4found
ℹ

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 4 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

2 of 4 recalls have a low industry completion rate — statistically likely unrepaired.

52%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

FORD Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
89%Good

FORD completes recalls at a good rate (89%), averaging about 18 months to remedy. Most affected vehicles are fixed.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~18 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
18mo
#23V283000
Invalid Date

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

SummaryFord 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.
Read full details...
ConsequenceLoose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~68%

~32% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#23V379000
Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SummaryFord 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."
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V442000
Invalid Date

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

SummaryFord 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 display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~40%

~60% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V685000
Oct 2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

SummaryFord 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.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Est. Repair Completion~37%

~63% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

Recall Age — How Long Open
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
248d open
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DO NOT DRIVE Recall Active
NHTSA has issued a "park it" recall — vehicle should not be driven until repaired.
First Recall
10/10/2025
4 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
Suspension/WheelsElectricalEngine/PowertrainHVAC
Recall Remedy Breakdown
2
Part Replacements
1
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
Lemon Law Eligibility
May Qualify

This vehicle shows 3 lemon law indicators. Eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service — consult a lemon law attorney.

Strong protection states: California, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts
Complaints
Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$32,934
~$549/mo over 5 yrs
$0.9/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$8,850
Maintenance
$4,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$7,084

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $32,934 (~$549/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

4 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$2,000
Total recommended deduction−$2,000

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2023 FORD Ranger — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Verify recall WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheel
HIGH
Verify recall EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles.
HIGH
Verify recall BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150,
HIGH
Verify recall EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ra
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%

15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

  • ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Official FORD Maintenance Guide ↗Search Owner's Manual ↗

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$1,910–$2,430/yr
~$159–$203/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▲ Moderate theft risk: +8% to comprehensive premium

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Market & Background Signals

Theft risk, fleet history, dealer patterns, and emissions compliance

Theft Risk
Moderate
2.2× national average · 24/1,000 vehicles
Recovery rate:70%of stolen FORD Rangers are recovered

FORD Ranger has a moderately elevated theft risk (2.2× average).

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

FORD has been fined $17M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2015: Failure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data.

2015$17MFailure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data

State-Specific Legal Protections

What consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state

Select your state to see what consumer protection laws, lemon law coverage, and title disclosure requirements apply to this vehicle purchase.

Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN1FTER4FH2PLE15233
Model Year2023
MakeFORD
ModelRanger
SeriesXL, XLT, Lariat
Vehicle TypeTRUCK

Body & Configuration

Body StylePickup
Drive Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel TypeGasoline
TransmissionAutomatic

Engine

Engine Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2.3

Manufacturer

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
Assembly CityWAYNE
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1FT
Check Digit (Char 9)2
Model Year Code (Char 10)P
Plant Code (Char 11)L
Sequence (Chars 12–17)E15233

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count4
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

1
1
F
2
T
3
E
4
R
5
4
6
F
7
H
8
2
9
P
10
L
11
E
12
1
13
5
14
2
15
3
16
3
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
F
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
T
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
ER4FH
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
2
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
P
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
L
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
E15233
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"P" → 2023
Could also be 1993
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Reliability Scores
Year-by-year reliability ratings
Years to Avoid
Best & worst model years ranked
Common Problems
Owner complaints & known defects
All NHTSA Recalls
Complete recall campaign history
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 6/15/2026, 8:48:05 AM.