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Ford Maverick Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 45 recall campaigns across the Ford Maverick, 2022–2026. Owners have filed 333 complaints with NHTSA.

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026

Ford Maverick complaints by model year

333 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2022–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Ford Maverick owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component20222023202420252026
Power train 40191860
Electrical system 42151352
Unknown or other 23121412
Engine 167860
Service brakes 115832
Structure 158310
Back over prevention 98710
Steering 65811

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Ford Maverick recalls (45)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Maverick model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Ford Maverick
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V550000Aug 25, 2026Improperly Tightened Vehicle Joints2026—
26V340000May 27, 2026Do Not Drive: Loss of Control from Control Arm Separation2022–2026—
26V239000Apr 14, 2026Block Heater May Overheat and Cause Fire202547.3%
26V201000Mar 31, 2026Front Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy/FMVSS 2082025, 20268.9%
26V157000Mar 17, 2026Moonroof Glass Panel May Detach2025, 202642.1%
26V122000Mar 3, 2026Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure2025—
26V104000Feb 20, 2026Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 1082022–202665.7%
25V884000Dec 18, 2025Instrument Panel Cover May Detach2025, 202620%
25V863000Dec 12, 2025Vehicle Rollaway Risk/FMVSS 1142025, 202674.9%
25V828000Dec 1, 2025Engine Oil Leak May Cause Fire2025—
25V787000Nov 14, 2025Loss of Vehicle Stability Control and Brake Power Assist2025100%
25V685000Oct 10, 2025Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire2022, 2023, 2024—
25V442000Jun 27, 2025Rearview Camera Image May Not Display2022, 2023, 202454.8%
25V350000Jun 9, 2025Air Bag Status Indicator Light Not Visible/FMVSS 208202570.8%
25V345000May 23, 2025Engine Failure May Cause Fire2022, 202371.1%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Ford Maverick (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2024★★★★☆5★5★4★pu/cc fwd
2023★★★★☆5★5★4★pu/cc fwd
2022★★★★☆5★5★4★pu/cc fwd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

202225–37 mpg
202321–37 mpg
202421–37 mpg
202523–38 mpg
202623–38 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

Ford Maverick FAQ

How many recalls has the Ford Maverick had?

NHTSA lists 45 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Maverick model year from 2022 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common Ford Maverick problems?

Across the 2022–2026 model years, owners most often name the power train, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Ford Maverick get?

EPA rates the 2026 Ford Maverick at 23 to 38 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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