Reliability is a fundamental criterion that most buyers inspect before choosing a vehicle. It refers to how a car performs against expectations on the road and its resilience against breakdowns over time. Each year, J.D. Power's U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study measures which automakers deliver on reliability.
Significant Gains for Ford in J.D. Power's 2025 Dependability Study
Ford's lineup—featuring the Explorer, Mustang, and F-150—consistently turns heads. The brand has also embraced electric vehicles with names like the F-150 Lightning and Mach-E. Ford relentlessly pursues vehicle quality to ensure dependable performance, and the 2025 J.D. Power results underscore this commitment.
This year, Ford climbed an impressive 10 places, securing the 13th position in dependability. J.D. Power evaluated model-year 2022 vehicles based on their performance over the previous three years. Ford owners can take heart, knowing that the brand's future models are likely to climb further.
Josh Halliburton, Ford's executive director of quality, remarked, “We're encouraged by the progress we're making to improve quality while staying focused on tougher testing and rigorous monitoring of new vehicles to make sure they are as good as they can be when they leave the factory.”
Ford supporters have reason to celebrate the remarkable improvements in quality and dependability. Selecting an F-150, Mustang, or Lightning now comes with increased confidence in long-term reliability. Whether you're heading off-road, embarking on coast-to-coast trips, or simply commuting to work, Ford vehicles are engineered to succeed. If these qualities matter most, our dealership can help steer you to the Ford models at the top of the dependability list.
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