Ford Escape NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Ford Escape an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Ford Escape at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Ford Escape Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Ford Escape SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 8 | 76 |
| 2024 | 2024 Ford Escape SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 8 | 76 |
| 2023 | 2023 Ford Escape SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 11 | 94 |
| 2023 | 2023 Ford Escape SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 11 | 94 |
| 2022 | 2022 Ford Escape SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 19 | 226 |
| 2022 | 2022 Ford Escape SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 19 | 226 |
| 2021 | 2021 Ford Escape SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 19 | 330 |
| 2021 | 2021 Ford Escape SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 19 | 330 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Ford Escape Safety FAQ
Is the Ford Escape a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Ford Escape an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Ford Escape?
The Ford Escape scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 17.4%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Ford Escape have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Ford Escape as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.