NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Ford Escape Gas Safety Ratings
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 19 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas enters the market with a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, marking it as an exceptional performer in our evaluations. This model year notably boasts a clean recall record, a significant indicator of proactive safety management. Its NHTSA crash-test results are strong across nearly all categories. Furthermore, owner complaints logged against this specific model year report zero crashes, injuries, or fatalities, underscoring its impressive real-world safety performance thus far.
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas received a 5-out-of-5 overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Ford Escape Gas ranks 49 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.4% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 19 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 49 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Ford Escape Gas?
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas enters the NHTSA Safety Index with an initial score of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. This debut year registers no prior data for comparison. A key contributor to this score is the vehicle's crash protection, which earned 66 of a possible 70 points. This reflects a near-perfect performance in NHTSA's star ratings: 5 stars overall, 5 for frontal impact, and 5 for side impact. The sole deduction in crash protection stems from its 4-star rollover rating and a 17 percent rollover risk. In terms of defect record, the 2025 Escape Gas achieves a perfect 20 out of 20, as no recall campaigns have been issued. The vehicle's avoidance technology sub-score is 5 out of 10. While forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are either standard or available, a comprehensive suite of advanced avoidance systems is not fully integrated. NHTSA has recorded 19 unverified owner complaints, primarily concerning electrical and engine components. It is notable that these complaints do not include any alleged crashes, injuries, or fires, a relevant detail for a model approximately a year into its market presence.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Ford Escape Gas perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas achieves an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its frontal and side crash protection both earned 5-star ratings. The rollover category presents a relative weak point, with a 4 out of 5-star score and a 17 percent rollover risk. The dynamic tip test, however, indicated no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20301
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Ford Escape Gas have any recalls?
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive directives have been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as recall status can change at any time after this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Ford Escape Gas?
Nineteen unverified owner allegations have been filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Ford Escape Gas. The most frequently reported components are the Electrical System with 6 allegations, the Engine with 5, and Unknown Or Other with 4. Zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths appear in these unverified reports.
19 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Ford Escape Gas?
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas maintains a clean recall slate at the time of this publication. Prospective owners should verify this status through the NHTSA VIN lookup tool, as recall campaigns can be initiated at any point.
- The 2025 Ford Escape Gas carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns for this specific model year, earning a perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record sub-score in the Safety Index.
- NHTSA awarded this model year 5 stars in both frontal and side crash protection, but the rollover category scored 4 out of 5 stars with a 17 percent rollover risk, the only area below a top result.
- The avoidance technology sub-score of 5 out of 10 reflects that forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are present, but the broader suite of crash-avoidance systems is not fully maximized on this trim configuration tested.
- All 19 NHTSA owner allegations for this model year are unverified, and none include reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths, though electrical and engine components account for the majority of the filings.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Ford Escape Gas places
The 2025 Ford Escape Gas qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Ford Escape Gas safety questions
Was the 2025 Ford Escape Gas crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Ford Escape Gas, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Ford Escape Gas crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Ford Escape Gas earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Escape Gas have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Ford Escape Gas as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Ford Escape Gas?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 19 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Ford Escape Gas. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Escape Gas years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20301), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Escape Gas 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 49 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.