17
recalls
The Ford Ranchero has 17 recalls covering 7.68 million vehicles as reported; model year 1979 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
17
Most for 1979: 4
Units affected
7.68M
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Ford Ranchero by component
- Steering5 · 1.17M units
- Fuel system, gasoline4 · 215K units
- Engine and engine cooling2 · 1.28M units
- Vehicle speed control2 · 538K units
- Power train1 · 407K units
- Seat belts1 · 4.07M units
- Seats1 · 4,000 units
- Wheels1 · 800 units
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Questions and answers
Is the 1979 Ford Ranchero recalled?
Yes: 4 recalls cover the 1979 Ford Ranchero. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Ford Ranchero have?
17 recalls cover the Ford Ranchero, for 7.68 million vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (5 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Ford Ranchero?
Exterior lighting: named in 1 of the 3 safety complaints about the Ford Ranchero, then tires (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.