NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Ford F-250 Tremor Safety Ratings
The 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor scores 95 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor holds an Exceptional rating on the NHTSA Safety Index, scoring 95 out of 100. This strong performance is supported by a pristine record with federal regulators, showing zero recalls and zero owner complaints filed with NHTSA. However, the Tremor's crash-test profile is incomplete: NHTSA did not test all categories, leaving a gap in the full safety assessment.
The 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100 and a 5-star frontal crash rating from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 4 Trucks from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 95 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 4 Trucks tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor?
The 2020 F-250 Tremor launched with a notable gap in its federal safety profile. Neither side nor rollover crash tests were conducted by NHTSA for this model year, leaving key areas of crash protection unexamined. Despite this incomplete testing, the F-250 Tremor achieved an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100. This strong initial score is supported by perfect marks in two sub-categories. Its defect record contributed a full 20 out of 20, reflecting zero recalls and zero owner complaints specific to the 2020 model year. Crash protection also earned a perfect 70 out of 70, driven by a 5 out of 5 star rating in frontal impact tests. However, the vehicle's avoidance technology score of 4.5 out of 10 reveals limitations. While electronic stability control is standard, forward collision warning is an optional feature, and lane departure warning is not available. Buyers should consider the absence of side and rollover crash data when evaluating the overall safety picture, rather than relying solely on the high Safety Index score.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor's most definitive safety data point is its 5-out-of-5-star rating for frontal crash protection. Neither side impact nor rollover resistance was evaluated by NHTSA, leaving those categories unrated. Consequently, no overall safety rating for the vehicle has been issued.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15024
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor have any recalls?
NHTSA records zero recall campaigns for the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders on file. That clean record contributes directly to the perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record sub-score within the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor. There are no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities on file. No component categories have been flagged through unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor?
Before purchasing this 6-year-old truck, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm no new campaigns have been issued since production. Verify that any remedy work has been completed. The current federal record shows zero open recalls, but VIN-level verification is the only definitive check.
- The 2020 model year marks the Tremor nameplate's debut, and NHTSA records zero recalls and zero owner complaints specifically for this year, yielding a perfect 20 out of 20 defect-record sub-score.
- NHTSA tested the 2020 F-250 Tremor frontally and awarded 5 out of 5 stars, but side and rollover crash tests were never performed, leaving those safety dimensions without federal star ratings.
- Forward collision warning is listed as optional rather than standard on this model year, which is the primary reason the avoidance-technology sub-score reaches only 4.5 out of 10 and limits the index from a perfect 100.
- Because no prior-year Safety Index exists for comparison, the 95 out of 100 Exceptional score represents a standalone baseline with no directional trend data available from MotorCaliber records.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor places
The 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Ford F-250 Tremor safety questions
Was the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor earned 5 out of 5 stars for frontal. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor 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 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Other F-250 Tremor years
Rivals in Truck (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Ford F-250 | 83/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Nissan Titan | 80/100 | 4 of 5 | 5 |
| 2020 Nissan Frontier | 74/100 | 4 of 5 | 2 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15024), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford F-250 Tremor 2020.
- 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 1 of 4 in the Truck class for 2020.
- 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.