NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Ford F-150 Hev Safety Ratings
The 2026 Ford F-150 Hev scores 88 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Ford F-150 HEV achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 88/100, positioning it within the Strong safety band. Its recall record is currently unblemished, with no recalls on file for this model year. While the NHTSA crash-test results are largely excellent, a notable gap in avoidance-tech scoring prevents a higher overall Index, indicating an area for potential improvement.
The 2026 Ford F-150 HEV Super Crew 4WD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 88/100 and a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating, based entirely on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 72 Sedans from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev ranks 47 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 88 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 47 of 72 Sedans tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev?
What defines the 2026 Ford F-150 HEV from a safety-data standpoint is the combination of a clean defect record and strong crash-test performance arriving together in the same model year. The 88/100 Safety Index sits in the Strong band, driven by a crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of a possible 70 points and a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20 out of 20, the latter reflecting zero recalls on file. No prior-year Index is available for comparison, so a year-over-year movement cannot be calculated. The single area where this model year leaves points on the table is avoidance technology, which contributes only 2 out of a possible 10 points. NHTSA data shows no forward collision warning and no lane departure warning fitted as standard, with electronic stability control as the sole standard active-safety feature. That gap is meaningful: a vehicle scoring 68 out of 70 on crash protection but only 2 out of 10 on avoidance tech illustrates how passive and active safety can diverge sharply within the same model year. The rollover rating of 4 stars, against 5-star frontal and side scores, is the one crash-test dimension that keeps the protection sub-score from being perfect.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Ford F-150 HEV Super Crew 4WD achieves a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This designation reflects perfect 5-star scores in both frontal and side crash protection. Rollover resistance received 4 out of 5 stars; the reported rollover risk is 0 percent, and the dynamic tip test concluded with "No Tip." No crash-test categories remain unrated for this model.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21412
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 Ford F-150 HEV. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as campaigns can be issued at any point after a vehicle enters service.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev?
Zero owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2026 Ford F-150 HEV. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged. Because this is a current-model-year vehicle with limited time in service, the absence of complaints should be understood in that context rather than as a long-term signal.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev?
No recalls have yet been issued for this current-model-year vehicle. Purchasers should ensure that the VIN is checked against NHTSA's recall database, both to confirm this status and to verify completion of any future remedy.
- The 2026 model year carries zero open recall campaigns, giving it a perfect 20/20 defect-record sub-score within the 88/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA awarded 5 stars in both frontal and side crash tests for this specific Super Crew HEV 4WD configuration, with rollover rated at 4 stars and a 0 percent rollover risk figure.
- The avoidance-technology sub-score of 2/10 reflects the absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning as standard features on this model year, which is the primary factor preventing a higher overall Index.
- No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, though the vehicle's limited time in service means this figure should be revisited as the ownership base grows.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev places
The 2026 Ford F-150 Hev qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Ford F-150 Hev safety questions
Was the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev 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 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev 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 2026 Ford F-150 Hev?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Ford F-150 Hev. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Rivals in Sedan (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Acura Integra | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2026 Acura Integra Type-S | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Honda Accord | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus IS 350 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21412), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-150 Hev 2026.
- 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 47 of 72 in the Sedan class for 2026.
- 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.