NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV scores 83 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 Lightning BEV earns a Strong rating from MotorCaliber, with an overall Safety Index of 83 out of 100. This score is significantly bolstered by a flawless defect record and a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating. The vehicle's avoidance-tech score remains a notable area for potential buyers to consider.
The 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV received a 5-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 83/100 based on 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 Lightning BEV BEV ranks 61 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 12.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 61 of 72 Sedans tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV?
The 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV's 83/100 Strong rating is significantly impacted by a limited suite of active safety features. The avoidance technology subscore registers at 2 out of 10, reflecting the absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning in the NHTSA data for this configuration. Electronic stability control is the only active safety feature credited. This omission prevents the vehicle from achieving a higher overall Safety Index, despite its strong performance in physical crash tests. Crash protection scores 61 out of 70. This is driven by a 5-star side-impact rating, the headline figure from NHTSA's published results. Frontal and rollover ratings both received 4 stars. The calculated rollover risk is 13 percent. The defect record subscore is perfect, 20 out of 20, with zero recalls and zero owner complaints filed to date, reflecting an unblemished record in that area.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 F-150 Lightning BEV demonstrates robust side-impact protection, earning a perfect 5-star rating from NHTSA. Its overall safety score is 5 stars. Frontal impact and rollover protection each received 4 out of 5 stars. The vehicle exhibits a 13 percent rollover risk, with dynamic tip testing confirming a favorable No Tip result for a truck of this size.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21413
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV. That means no park-outside advisory, no do-not-drive order, and no open remedy to track at this time. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, since campaigns can be issued at any point after a model enters service.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV. No component areas have been flagged, and no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported. Because the vehicle is new to market, this complaint record may simply reflect limited time in service rather than a settled safety picture.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV?
As a current-model-year vehicle, no open recalls are currently on file for this model. However, recall campaigns can be initiated at any time. Prospective owners should verify the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool prior to purchase to ensure no new campaigns have been announced.
- The 2026 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, the best possible defect-record outcome and the primary reason the Index reaches 83/100.
- Side-impact protection earned a perfect 5-star NHTSA rating for this model year, making it the strongest individual crash-test result in the vehicle's current profile.
- The avoidance-tech subscore of 2 out of 10 reflects the absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning in this configuration, a specific gap that meaningfully limits the overall Safety Index for this year.
- No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, but the vehicle is new to market and the complaint record should be expected to evolve as more units accumulate time in service.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV places
The 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 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 Lightning BEV BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 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 12.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV 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 Lightning BEV BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV. 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.
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 21413), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-150 Lightning BEV BEV 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 61 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.