NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Ford F-150 Lightning is a full-size electric pickup truck, not a sedan, competing in one of America's most popular vehicle segments. Aimed at work-oriented buyers and tech-forward truck enthusiasts who want the hauling and towing capability of the iconic F-150 nameplate paired with an all-electric powertrain, the Lightning has drawn significant attention since its 2022 debut as a mainstream EV truck option.
The 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the F-150 Lightning as a bold and capable entry into the electric truck segment, praising its familiar F-150 roots and the practicality of its frunk storage. Most acknowledge it as a strong daily driver for existing Ford truck loyalists, while noting that real-world range and charging infrastructure remain practical considerations for buyers.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20316
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL25V863000
Risk: A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The park module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2026.
Reported 2025-12-12
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS25V438000
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake hose and replace both brake jounce hose bracket screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S71.
Reported 2025-06-27
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT25V341000
Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the upper control arm ball joint nut, and replace the nut and/or knuckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S76. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V949.
Reported 2025-05-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.