Ford Focus NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2018 Ford Focus 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 (2018):
NHTSA rates the Ford Focus at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Ford Focus Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2018 Ford Focus 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 7 | 825 |
| 2017 | 2017 Ford Focus 5 HB FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 10 | 894 |
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 Focus Safety FAQ
Is the Ford Focus a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Ford Focus 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 Focus?
The Ford Focus scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 11.6%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Ford Focus have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Ford Focus as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.