NHTSA records · 2023–2026
Ford F-150 Insurance in California
NHTSA rated two versions of the 2026 Ford F-150: 5 stars overall. NHTSA's records for the 2023–2026 F-150 list 29 recall campaigns and 854 owner complaints as of September 16, 2026.
- Overall rating, 2026
- 5 stars
- Recall campaigns
- 29
- Owner complaints
- 854
NHTSA records retrieved September 16, 2026. Not a rate or a quote.
Ford F-150 crash-test stars
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings by version.
| Year | Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 19.1% |
| 2026 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 16.4% |
| 2025 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 19.1% |
| 2025 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 16.4% |
| 2024 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 19.1% |
| 2024 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 16.4% |
| 2023 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC 4WD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 19.1% |
| 2023 | F-150 (Super Crew) Gas PU/CC RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 16.4% |
Versions link to their records; n/r = not rated. Rollover risk is NHTSA's own calculation.
NHTSA's equipment listing for the 2026 F-150 — forward collision warning: no; lane departure warning: no.
F-150 recall campaigns, 2023–2026
29 distinct campaigns — by model year, 2023: 13, 2024: 11, 2025: 13, 2026: 5.
- Power train ×6
- Steering ×4
- Electrical system ×3
- Engine and engine cooling ×3
- Back over prevention ×2
- Equipment ×2
| Campaign | Report received | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V576000 | September 9, 2026 | Power train › driveline › differential unit | 2026 |
| 26V577000 | September 9, 2026 | Suspension › rear | 2026 |
| 26V578000 | September 9, 2026 | Fuel system, gasoline › storage › tank assembly › mounting | 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| 26V550000 | August 25, 2026 | Structure › body | 2026 |
| 26V489000 | July 28, 2026 | Back over prevention › display function | 2023 |
| 26V104000 | February 20, 2026 | Electrical system › integrated trailer brake control | 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| 25V823000 | December 1, 2025 | Service brakes, hydraulic › power assist › electric › control module | 2025 |
| 25V729000 | October 24, 2025 | Visibility › sun/moon roof assembly | 2023 |
| 25V540000 | August 22, 2025 | Electrical system › instrument cluster/panel | 2025 |
| 25V512000 | August 8, 2025 | Power train › axle hubs | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| 25V488000 | July 25, 2025 | Service brakes, hydraulic › power assist › electric › control module › software | 2025 |
| 25V344000 | June 13, 2025 | Engine and engine cooling › engine › hard parts internal/mechanical | 2025 |
| 25V398000 | June 13, 2025 | Electrical system › wiring | 2025 |
| 25V309000 | May 9, 2025 | Steering | 2025 |
| 25V315000 | May 9, 2025 | Back over prevention › software | 2023, 2024 |
Newest 15 of 29 shown.
By model year: it cannot show whether a campaign is done on your own F-150. NHTSA hotline in these records: 1-888-327-4236.
NHTSA recall records: F-150 2026 · F-150 2025 · F-150 2024 · F-150 2023
F-150 owner complaints to NHTSA
854 complaints about 2023–2026 models.
| Year | Complaints | Owner marked crash | Owner marked fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 120 | 6 | 2 |
| 2024 | 221 | 21 | 3 |
| 2023 | 501 | 19 | 4 |
Most-named components (besides “unknown”)
- Power train285
- Electrical system201
- Exterior lighting86
- Service brakes86
- Forward collision avoidance80
- Engine69
- Vehicle speed control44
- Fuel/propulsion system33
NHTSA complaint records: F-150 (Regular Cab) Gas ICE 2026 · F-150 (Super Cab) Gas ICE 2026 · F-150 (Super Crew) Gas ICE 2026 · F-150 (Super Crew) HEV 2026 · F-150 (Regular Cab) Gas 2025 · F-150 (Super Cab) Gas 2025 · F-150 (Super Crew) Gas 2025 · F-150 (Super Crew) HEV 2025 · F-150 (Regular Cab) Gas 2024 · F-150 (Super Cab) Gas 2024 · F-150 (Super Crew) Gas 2024 · F-150 (Super Crew) HEV 2024 · F-150 (Regular Cab) Gas 2023 · F-150 (Super Cab) Gas 2023 · F-150 (Super Crew) Gas 2023 · F-150 (Super Crew) HEV 2023
Coverage on a F-150
- Theft, fire, vandalism: comprehensive.
- Crash repairs to your own car: collision.
- Owing more than a financed car is worth: loan gap coverage.
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