NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Ford Transit Safety Ratings
The 2025 Ford Transit scores 66 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Below Average), with a 3-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A brake pedal disconnection recall, serious enough to warrant a park-outside directive, represents the most pressing safety concern for the 2025 Ford Transit. This issue, combined with a low rollover star rating, defines the vehicle's safety profile for the model year. The 2025 Ford Transit scores 66/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Below Average band.
The 2025 Ford Transit holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 66 out of 100 and a 2-star NHTSA rollover rating, both sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Ford Transit ranks 88 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 66 / 100 (Below Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 3 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 / 5 / 2 stars |
| Rollover risk | 35.6% |
| Recalls on file | 4 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 88 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Ford Transit?
The 2025 Ford Transit is marked by a critical park-outside recall, indicating a brake pedal that may disconnect from the brake booster pushrod. This single campaign defines the vehicle's safety profile for the current model year more than the 7-point improvement in its overall Safety Index. The Transit earns a Below Average Safety Index of 66 out of 100, an increase from the 2024 model's 59. This score reflects 48 of 70 points for crash protection, a low 5 of 10 for avoidance technology, and 13 of 20 for its defect record, which includes 4 recalls. The 2-star rollover rating and 36 percent rollover risk highlight inherent challenges for this high-roof van body type. The vehicle's 5-star side rating stands as a specific point of strength in its crash-test performance.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Ford Transit perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Ford Transit's rollover protection is an area of concern, with NHTSA assigning it 2 out of 5 stars and a 36 percent rollover risk. This contrasts sharply with its perfect 5-star side impact rating. Overall, the vehicle earned 3 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, though the dynamic tip test indicated no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20359
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Yes. The 2025 Ford Transit carries 4 recall campaigns. The most serious is a brake-pedal disconnection campaign rated park-outside or do-not-drive, meaning the brake pedal may separate from the booster pushrod. Additional campaigns cover internal engine hard parts, a back-over prevention software issue, and an aftermarket wheelchair restraint anchor concern from Rollx Vans.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES26V090000
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C07. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became
Reported 2026-02-17
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V876000
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Reported 2025-12-17
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
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V315000
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is avail
Reported 2025-05-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Ford Transit?
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints for the 2025 Ford Transit. These are unverified allegations touching three reported components: Service Brakes, Forward Collision Avoidance, and an Unknown or Other category. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in these reports.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Ford Transit?
Any shopper considering a used 2025 Ford Transit should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before purchase. The brake pedal disconnection campaign carries a park-outside directive, meaning remedy completion is urgent. Confirm all 4 open campaigns have been remedied, not just initiated.
- A 2025-specific brake pedal disconnection recall carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, meaning the brake pedal may separate from the booster pushrod on this model year.
- The 2025 Ford Transit's Safety Index rose 7 points to 66 out of 100 versus the 2024 model's 59, but the vehicle remains in the Below Average band.
- NHTSA rated the 2025 Ford Transit at 2 out of 5 stars for rollover protection, with a measured rollover risk of 36 percent, the lowest star score across all tested categories for this year.
- Avoidance technology earned only 5 out of 10 points in the index breakdown, reflecting room for improvement despite forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control being listed as standard equipment.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Ford Transit places
The 2025 Ford Transit qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Ford Transit safety questions
Was the 2025 Ford Transit crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Ford Transit, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 66 out of 100, placing it in the Below Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Ford Transit crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Ford Transit earned 3 out of 5 stars for overall, 3 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 2 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 35.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Transit have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Ford Transit, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Ford Transit?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Ford Transit. 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.
Other Transit 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 20359), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Transit 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 88 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.