Ford Maverick NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Ford Maverick an overall safety rating of 4 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 Maverick at 4 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Ford Maverick Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 15 | 67 |
| 2024 | 2024 Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 15 | 67 |
| 2023 | 2023 Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 21 | 262 |
| 2023 | 2023 Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 21 | 262 |
| 2022 | 2022 Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 28 | 146 |
| 2022 | 2022 Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 28 | 146 |
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 Maverick Safety FAQ
Is the Ford Maverick a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Ford Maverick an overall crash rating of 4 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 Maverick?
The Ford Maverick scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.5%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Ford Maverick have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Ford Maverick as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.