NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Ford F-150 Safety Ratings
The 2025 Ford F-150 scores 73 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 13 recalls, and 96 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
For the 2025 model year, the Ford F-150 achieved a NHTSA Safety Index of 74 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. This rating is significantly supported by strong crash-test results published by NHTSA. However, the F-150's safety profile is tempered by 12 recall campaigns and a lower sub-score for its avoidance technology. While not an unsafe vehicle, the 2025 F-150 presents owners with meaningful exposure to open recalls.
The 2025 Ford F-150 Super Crew HEV 4WD received an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars and carries a NHTSA Safety Index of 74 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Ford F-150 ranks 85 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 73 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 13 |
| Owner complaints | 96 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 85 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Ford F-150?
The 2025 F-150 slides one point from the prior year's index of 75 to 74, both sitting in the Average band. That single-point retreat is driven almost entirely by the defect record sub-score of 2.5 out of 20, a figure that reflects the weight of 12 recall campaigns packed into this model year. Crash protection remains the clear strength at 66 out of 70, consistent with the NHTSA 5-star overall and 5-star frontal and side results. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 5 out of 10 is a structural drag: forward collision warning is listed as both standard and optional depending on configuration, and lane departure warning is standard, but the scoring reveals the package does not reach the top tier. What defines this specific year above all else is the brake-system recall activity. Two distinct campaigns, one targeting the Electronic Brake Control Module and a follow-on targeting its software, both affect 2025 F-150 units alongside other Ford and Lincoln models. That pattern of a hardware recall followed by a software fix in the same model year is a notable safety-desk flag for prospective buyers.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Ford F-150 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 F-150 Super Crew HEV 4WD achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This included perfect 5-star scores in both frontal and side impact crash tests. The vehicle's rollover rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, yet NHTSA data shows a 0 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result during the dynamic tip test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20315
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Yes, 12 recall campaigns cover the 2025 F-150. Two separate campaigns target the Electronic Brake Control Module and its software, raising hydraulic power-assist concerns. Additional campaigns address the Integrated Trailer Brake Control electrical system, the Instrument Cluster panel, and rear axle hubs on trucks equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING26V578000
Risk: A detached tank can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel leak can cause an engine stall or increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 14, 2026.
Reported 2026-09-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL26V104000
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Reported 2026-02-20
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE25V823000
Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Reported 2025-12-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V540000
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S88.
Reported 2025-08-22
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS25V512000
Risk: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. This is a phased recall. Ford owners will receive letters in multiple phases, beginning August 2025 through Winter 2025. Phase 1 will include 2023 F-150 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include 2025 F-150 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2024 F-150 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letter
Reported 2025-08-08
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE25V488000
Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Reported 2025-07-25
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL25V344000
Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
Reported 2025-06-13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING25V398000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, replace the engine wire harness as necessary, and relocate the engine coolant hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2025. The parts are anticipated to be available the third quarter of 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S63.
Reported 2025-06-13
STEERING25V309000
Risk: A lower intermediate shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S46.
Reported 2025-05-09
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS25V271000
Risk: A missing air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C12.
Reported 2025-04-23
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION25V198000
Risk: A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
Reported 2025-03-28
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY25V164000
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Reported 2025-03-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Ford F-150?
NHTSA has logged 96 unverified consumer allegations for the 2025 F-150. Alleged problem areas include Power Train with 23 reports, Forward Collision Avoidance with 22, and Electrical System with 22. Service Brakes account for 19 alleged reports. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
96 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Ford F-150?
Any shopper considering a used 2025 F-150 should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before purchase. With 12 campaigns on record, including brake-control and axle-hub recalls, confirming that every remedy has been completed at a Ford dealer is the single most important safety step before taking ownership.
- Two separate brake-system recall campaigns, one for the Electronic Brake Control Module hardware and one for its software, both affect 2025 F-150 units and represent the most safety-critical open-recall exposure specific to this model year.
- The defect record sub-score of 2.5 out of 20 is the primary reason the 2025 index dropped one point from the 2024 score of 75, directly reflecting the volume of 12 recall campaigns issued for this model year.
- NHTSA recorded a 0 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result on the dynamic tip test for the 2025 Super Crew HEV 4WD configuration, making the 4-star rollover rating the floor rather than a serious structural weakness.
- Forward Collision Avoidance is the second-highest complaint category with 22 unverified allegations, which is notable given that forward collision warning is listed as a standard feature on this model year, suggesting owners are reporting unexpected system behavior rather than an absence of the technology.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Ford F-150 places
The 2025 Ford F-150 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Ford F-150 safety questions
Was the 2025 Ford F-150 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Ford F-150, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 73 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 2025 Ford F-150 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Ford F-150 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 2025 Ford F-150 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 13 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Ford F-150. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Ford F-150?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 96 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 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 (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20315), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-150 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 85 of 90 in the Sedan 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.