Ford continues to expand its focus on vehicle security, and a newly published patent offers a glimpse into how future Ford vehicles could provide even stronger theft protection. The automaker has filed a patent for a vehicle security system that would use cameras alongside sensors to more accurately detect and document potential theft attempts.

In recent months, Ford has rolled out several real-world security initiatives, including a new Security Plan for the Ford F-150 and Super Duty, as well as a Security Package for the Ford Expedition. The company has also trademarked SecuriAlert and previewed new technologies such as Pickup Cam, signaling an ongoing push to strengthen vehicle protection across its lineup.

According to the patent, this proposed system would build on existing camera-based security setups already found in some vehicles today. While those systems can capture activity around a vehicle, Ford notes that they do not always activate reliably or at the right moment. This new concept introduces a dedicated detection unit designed to improve accuracy.

That detection unit would monitor trigger signals such as vibrations or movement that could indicate a theft attempt is underway. When those signals are detected, the system could activate the vehicle’s cameras to record activity around the vehicle, potentially capturing clearer evidence of what is happening in real time.

As with all patent filings, this technology does not guarantee future production. However, it highlights Ford’s continued efforts to refine vehicle security using smarter sensors, cameras, and integrated systems aimed at providing owners with greater peace of mind.