NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford

Data refreshed July 12, 2026

Complaints

282,870

Active records

Recalls

1,386

Active records

TSBs

14,565

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

714

Injuries

12,977

Crashes

13,609

Fires

8,389

Top reported issues — Ford

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Operating state

92,753

Condition issue

85,522

Reporting mechanism

45,396

Engine behavior

34,360

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

33,928

Performance issue

30,294

Vibration/harshness

24,623

Steering behavior

22,465

Noise

22,407

Fluid issue

22,214

Braking behavior

20,490

Driver assistance issue

19,173

Thermal issue

19,153

Safety restraint issue

17,121

Access/entry issue

14,194

Safety restraint behavior

9,241

Electrical issue

7,323

Lighting behavior

7,240

Ride/handling behavior

6,809

Starting behavior

6,553

Smell

5,254

Powering on/off behavior

3,551

Recent change

3,415

HVAC behavior

3,350

Infotainment behavior

3,125

Wiper/washer behavior

2,807

Electrified system issue

573

Communication/network issue

274

Charging behavior

54

Most-reported Ford models

Ranked by total record count. Sparkline shows the last 12 months. Click a model to view year-level data.

1

F-150

37,918

2

F-150 Heritage

37,918

3

Explorer

34,151

4

Escape

28,778

5

Fusion

23,721

6

Focus

22,222

7

Taurus

16,983

8

Windstar

14,152

9

Edge

13,739

10

F-250 Super Duty

11,671

11

Mustang

9,683

12

Expedition

9,155

13

F-250

8,517

14

F-250 HD

8,517

15

Ranger

8,114

Browse all Ford models

All Ford models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2016 FORD ESCAPE

Filed Jul 9, 2026


I am extremely disappointed with the way Ford has handled the recall on the rearview camera for my 2016 Ford Escape. I received the recall notice about a year ago. Six months ago, I contacted Chapman Ford and was told the replacement parts were not yet available and that I would be notified when they came in. Now, a full year later, my backup camera still does not work. This is a safety issue--not a convenience feature. When I called Chapman Ford again today, I was told the part was still…

2018 FORD ESCAPE

Filed Jul 9, 2026


Multiple instances of low power to ignition coils (all of have been replaced with new coils and plugs). Transmission immediately stopped transmitting power to the wheels and would not re-engage. Transmission would sometimes go into gear, but slam into gear, lurch, or only shift into 1 or 2.

2015 FORD F-150

Filed Jul 9, 2026


The truck exhibited the abrupt downshifting upon driving out of the parking lot, this caused great stress and possible accidents to me and family. The transmission continued to get worse and we were in fear of our lives to drive the vehicle on the highway. Once we got the vehicle home it literally would not shift into gear and has been disabled since the first week in JUNE2026. We are plumbing and heat contractors and have lost a great deal of business due to not having a truck/this truck to…

2021 FORD F-150

Filed Jul 9, 2026


Truck has just started misfiring out of the blue, have had Ford dealerships look at it, have changed all 6 spark plugs and one ignition coil. The recall NHTSA 2025-366 may be the reason, it states there still is no remedy for this, recall was issued 1 year ago, July 2025. I need this remedy.

2019 FORD FUSION

Filed Jul 9, 2026


The vehicle experienced engine failure due to coolant intrusion into the cylinders on the engine. I've experienced engine misfires, rough running, check engine light, and I'm worried I'm going to see an eventual engine failure requiring engine replacement. The BIGGEST issue is I've had total loss of power in my engine while on a public road more than once, before the check engine light ever came on. Its terrifying. It is dangerous. And Ford is aware it is dangerous. Ford issued Customer…

2022 FORD EDGE

Filed Jul 9, 2026


When in drive , going in to park, as soon as you turn dial, it jumps to park, so no neutral or reverse capability. And pops a code of Shift system fault.

2017 FORD F-350 SD

Filed Jul 9, 2026


Fire

I am filing this complaint regarding my Ford F-350, VIN [XXX], which caught fire on June 30. The truck had approximately 130,000 miles, which I consider low mileage for a properly maintained diesel Ford F-350. These trucks are known for long service life, and many Ford diesel trucks routinely remain in service for 20 years or more and exceed 250,000 miles when properly maintained. For that reason, I did not expect a sudden and catastrophic fire in a truck with only 130,000 miles. While…

2019 FORD EDGE

Filed Jul 9, 2026


Transmission. Dealership service department stating torque converter internally failed. Need a new transmission or rebuild. The car is shuddering, does not take off smoothly, and jerks when accelerating and turning.

2021 FORD ESCAPE

Filed Jul 9, 2026


See attached document for complaint.

2023 FORD F-150

Filed Jul 9, 2026


driving approximately 20 miles an hour, gently applying the brake as I was approaching a stoplight when the brake suddenly engaged forcefully causing the car to jerk to a stop unexpectedly. There was a warning across the dash that said forward collision is not available and that disappeared. A local dealership said this was an ABS issue and reprogrammed it.

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Updated July 12, 2026. Refreshed nightly.