2008 Ford Ranger SPORT
1FTYR14U58PA41514
Vehicle history report for the 2008 Ford Ranger SPORT (VIN 1FTYR14U58PA41514). —, pickup, 3.0L 6-cyl 148 hp, gasoline. 142,000 mi reported. Registered in Fl. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2008 Ford Ranger.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2008 Ford Ranger.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 324 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Ford Ranger, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 324
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Ford Ranger.
AIR BAGS
Car accident on 6/21/2023 - Richardson Texas Air bags never deployed. The truck hit a tree head on . The air bags were maintainced at the Ford dealership a couple of years ago when we got the recall notice Passanger air bag never deployed
Crash · 2 injured · NHTSA ODI #11528310AIR BAGS
Several attempts have been made to attain an appointment to remedy this recall with a local dealership (Long-Lewis) in Corinth, MS. As of today, I have made six attempts to talk with service about this recall, no response has yet been offered. My concern is that I have been driving this vehicle since I purchased new in February 2008 with a potential grenad…
NHTSA ODI #11488190AIR BAGS
Recently purchased this truck and apparetly the passeenger air bag was missing or had previosly failed by imploding. I do not now the history of vehicle. I Carried the truck to Rockwall Ford in Rockwall, Texas to have the air bag recall taken care off. After being there for a week the service manager called me and said Ford would not pay for this since pass…
NHTSA ODI #11483140STRUCTURE
The rear frame is rotted I am a retired ASA certified in 5 categories Mechanic and I have my ranger apart now but I need new rear frame where the spring hangers rotted out and the bracket that runs the top of the gas tank is rotted out that holds the 2 frame rails is rotted out. THESE PIECES CANNOT BE WELDED. Needs a new frame.
NHTSA ODI #11469894AIR BAGS
This recall has been unresolved for over 2 years.
NHTSA ODI #11443446SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that after lending the vehicle to a neighbor, the neighbor informed the contact that the vehicle was making an abnormal noise. Upon inspection, the contact became aware that the rear spring hangers had detached. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was not diagnose…
NHTSA ODI #11430434AIR BAGS
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Ford Ranger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. Several dealers including AutoNation Ford Littleton (8252 S Broadway, Littleton, CO 80122), Schomp Ford (150 S Havana St, Aurora, CO 80012), O'Meara Ford (400 W 10…
NHTSA ODI #11427927AIR BAGS
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2008 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to the recall was unavailable. A dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.…
NHTSA ODI #11418317+ 316 more complaints on record.
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1FTYR14U58PA41514 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2008 Ford Ranger.
Does the 2008 Ford Ranger have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2008 Ford Ranger. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2008 Ford Ranger?
Comparable 2008 Ford Ranger listings run roughly $2,500–$12,100, typically around $7,543 (from 208 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2008 Ford Ranger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Ford Ranger at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 21 highway).
Data last checked 25 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.