NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Ford F-150 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Ford F-150 scores 75 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 9 recalls, and 953 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Ford F-150 earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 75/100, placing it in the Average band. Strong crash-test scores and standard forward collision warning support that standing, but a defect record score of only 5/20 driven by 9 recall campaigns tempers the overall picture for used-market shoppers.
The 2019 Ford F-150 Supercab PU/EC 4x2 holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 75/100 and a 5-star NHTSA side-impact rating, per NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Ford F-150 ranks 99 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 75 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 19.1% |
| Recalls on file | 9 |
| Owner complaints | 953 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 99 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Ford F-150?
The 2019 Ford F-150 posts a Safety Index of 75/100 in the Average band, with no prior-year Index on file to establish a trend line. The score is built on three distinct pillars: a crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 anchored by that 5-star side rating, an avoidance-tech sub-score of 8.5 out of 10 reflecting standard forward collision warning and standard electronic stability control (lane departure warning is optional, not standard, which constrains the avoidance ceiling), and a defect-record sub-score of just 5 out of 20. That last figure is the defining characteristic of this specific model year. Nine recall campaigns have been issued, two of them addressing the same headlamp defect across 2018-2020 F-150s, including a follow-on campaign in 2026 for vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall. The backup camera electrical-connection recall is notable because it targets 2019 model year specifically rather than a broader range. The 953 unverified complaints, with Power Train allegations alone accounting for nearly half, add texture to the defect-record drag on the Index. The crash scores are genuinely competitive, but the defect record keeps this truck squarely in Average territory rather than pushing into Good.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Ford F-150 perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Ford F-150 SuperCab 4x2 achieved an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side-impact protection is particularly noteworthy, earning a perfect 5-star rating. Both frontal impact and rollover resistance were rated at 4 stars. The vehicle exhibited a 19 percent rollover risk, but the dynamic tip-test concluded with a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13280
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Nine recall campaigns cover this model year. Documented issues span high-series LED headlamp malfunctions affecting 2018-2020 F-150s, a back-over prevention software defect across multiple 2018-2022 Ford and Lincoln models, a backup camera electrical-connection fault specific to 2019 F-150 and Super Duty trucks, and a label defect on a broad range of Ford and Lincoln SUVs and trucks. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is stated in the available campaign summaries.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS26V373000
Risk: Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: ,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Reported 2026-06-09
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V442000
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Reported 2025-06-27
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V852000
Risk: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Reported 2024-11-08
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V252000
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
Reported 2022-04-14
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS20V097000
Risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
Reported 2020-02-21
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES19V805000
Risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S40.
Reported 2019-11-12
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER19V633000
Risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.
Reported 2019-08-28
ENGINE19V278000
Risk: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.
Reported 2019-04-08
ENGINE18V894000
Risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.
Reported 2018-12-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Ford F-150?
NHTSA has logged 953 unverified consumer complaints against the 2019 Ford F-150. Alleged issues are concentrated in the Power Train category at 472 reports and the Engine category at 248 reports. Electrical System and Back Over Prevention components also appear among the top reported concerns. These are unverified allegations, not established findings.
953 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Ford F-150?
Nine recalls have been issued for the 2019 F-150. Potential owners must confirm the completion of each recall's remedy, as one headlamp recall has a documented history of incorrect prior repairs. A recorded repair does not guarantee an effective fix. Shoppers should verify the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to ensure all nine campaigns are definitively closed on the specific vehicle under consideration.
- The defect-record sub-score of 5/20 is the single largest drag on this model year's 75/100 Safety Index, driven by nine recall campaigns that span headlamps, backup camera hardware, and back-over prevention software.
- A 2026 follow-on headlamp recall was issued specifically because some 2018-2020 F-150s were repaired incorrectly under the original 2020 campaign, meaning a prior repair stamp does not guarantee the headlamp issue is resolved.
- The 2019-specific backup camera recall cites a poor electrical connection as the root cause, making it distinct from the broader multi-year back-over prevention software recall that also covers this model year.
- Lane departure warning is listed as Optional rather than Standard for this model year, which limits the avoidance-tech sub-score to 8.5/10 and means not every 2019 F-150 on the used market will carry that feature.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Ford F-150 places
The 2019 Ford F-150 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Ford F-150 safety questions
Was the 2019 Ford F-150 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Ford F-150, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 75 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Ford F-150 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Ford F-150 earned 4 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 19.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford F-150 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 9 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Ford F-150. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Ford F-150?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 953 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Ford F-150. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other F-150 years
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13280), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-150 2019.
- 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 99 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- 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.