Ford Reliability Ratings — Every Model Ranked

The Ford Ranger, spanning model years 2019 to 2026, holds an average reliability score of 78/100, categorized as "Good" by the Auto Reliability Index. Data indicates persistent issues with the power train, particularly the 10R80 transmission, across multiple years, alongside electrical system concerns, with a notable improvement in complaint rates from 28.4 per 10,000 sold in 2019 to 1.6 in 2025.

The Ford Mustang Mach-E shows a mixed reliability reputation from 2023 to 2026, with scores ranging from 78/100 to 98/100. Common issues reported by owners include electrical system malfunctions and powertrain problems, particularly in earlier years, while the 2026 model sees a significant improvement with a score of 98/100 and no complaints.

Data from the Auto Reliability Index indicates that the Ford Transit-Connect-Wagon, covering model years 2018 to 2023, has an average reliability score of 70/100, categorized as "Good." Common issues reported by owners include power train and service brake problems, particularly in earlier model years, with a notable improvement in reliability by 2023, which has no complaints or recalls. Repair costs are rated average, making it a consideration for those who prioritize gradual reliability improvements over time..

The Ford Edge, covering model years 2018 to 2024, has an average reliability score of 67/100, placing it in the "Good" category according to Auto Reliability Index standards. Common issues reported by owners include powertrain and engine problems, particularly in earlier models, with transmission shuddering and coolant intrusion being notable concerns.

The Ford Escape, covering model years 2018 through 2026, holds an average reliability score of 68/100, indicating good reliability with variations across specific years. Data reveals common issues such as engine and power train problems, particularly in earlier models like 2018 and 2019, with a significant decrease in complaints and recalls in later years, notably 2025 and 2026.

The Ford Explorer, with an average reliability score of 65/100 from 2018 to 2026, shows mixed reliability, particularly in the 2020 model year with a score of 54/100 and high complaint rates. Common issues reported by owners include structural and powertrain problems, especially in earlier models, while electrical system concerns are noted in newer versions.

The Ford F-150, covering model years 2018 through 2026, holds an average reliability score of 66 out of 100, categorized as "Good" by the Auto Reliability Index. Common issues reported include power train and engine problems, particularly with the 10-speed transmission and cam phasers, while the 2024 and 2025 models show improvements with lower complaint rates and fewer recalls.

Covering model years 2022 to 2026, the Ford Maverick shows a mixed reliability record with an average score of 63/100. Data indicates significant improvement over time, with initial years marked by frequent issues in power train and electrical systems, particularly in 2022 and 2023, which had scores of 20/100 and 50/100 respectively.

The Ford Bronco-Sport, covering model years 2021 to 2026, has an average reliability score of 67/100, indicating a good reliability rating according to Auto Reliability Index standards. Common issues reported by owners include electrical system failures, powertrain problems, and service brake malfunctions, with complaint rates decreasing significantly over the years, from 57.5 per 10,000 sold in 2021 to none in 2026.

The Ford Mustang, spanning from 2018 to 2026, maintains an average reliability score of 69/100, with models from 2021 showing a notably lower score of 55/100 due to increased complaints about electrical and powertrain issues. Data indicates common problems across these years include electrical system failures, particularly with infotainment and instrument clusters, and powertrain concerns, especially in models from 2018 to 2022.

The Ford Bronco, covering model years 2021 to 2026, shows a mixed reliability reputation with scores ranging from 22/100 to 98/100, indicating significant improvement over time. Common issues reported by owners include electrical system malfunctions and power train concerns, particularly in earlier models, with repair costs averaging $784 annually.

Data indicates that the Ford F-150 Lightning, covering model years 2022 through 2026, has an average reliability score of 61 out of 100, classified as "Good" on the Auto Reliability Index. Initial years, particularly 2022 and 2023, show significant issues with the power train and electrical systems, leading to high complaint rates and recalls, while later years, especially 2025 and 2026, demonstrate improved reliability with fewer complaints and recalls.