Model year
2026 Ford Maverick
NHTSA lists 7 recalls and 6 complaints for the 2026 Ford Maverick (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA also lists 0 recalls and 10 complaints under MAVERICK HYBRID. Those counts are separate from the numbers above. 1 recall marked do not drive. The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2), SERVICE BRAKES (2), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 23–38 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $1,750–$2,900, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
26V550000 · Aug 25, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle…
26V340000 · May 27, 2026
Do not driveSUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from…
26V201000 · Mar 31, 2026
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles. The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
26V157000 · Mar 17, 2026
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.
26V104000 · Feb 20, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer…
25V884000 · Dec 18, 2025
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.
25V863000 · Dec 12, 2025
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning BEV, 2024-2026 Mustang Mach-E, and 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply…
Complaints
6 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Other NHTSA names
These names matched the same EPA model but are not included in the headline counts above.
| Name | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| MAVERICK HYBRID | 0 | 10 |
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV PU/CC HEV AWD | Not rated | 5 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.155 | NHTSA photo |
| HEV PU/CC HEV FWD | Not rated | 5 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.169 | NHTSA photo |
| PU/CC N/A AWD | Not rated | 5 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.155 | NHTSA photo |
| PU/CC N/A FWD | Not rated | 5 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.169 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick FWD · 2L · Automatic 8-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 32 | 26 | — | — | $2,600 |
| Maverick HEV FWD · 2.5L · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · Hybrid | 42 | 35 | 38 | — | — | $1,750 |
| Maverick AWD · 2L · Automatic 8-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| Maverick HEV AWD · 2.5L · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · Hybrid | 40 | 34 | 37 | — | — | $1,800 |
| Maverick Lobo AWD · 2L · Automatic (S8) · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 30 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
| Maverick Tremor AWD · 2L · Automatic (S8) · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| Maverick Lariat HEV AWD · 2.5L · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · Hybrid | 39 | 32 | 36 | — | — | $1,850 |
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