Model year 2022 · Small Pickup Trucks 4WD, Small Pickup Trucks 2WD

2022 Ford Maverick: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2022 Ford Maverick at 25–37 mpg combined across 3 versions. NHTSA lists 29 safety recalls and 617 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 4 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

29

EPA combined mpg

25–37

NHTSA overall rating

4/5

Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

NHTSA lists this vehicle as MAVERICK HYBRID.

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Ford dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2022 Ford Maverick recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 29 safety recalls for the 2022 Ford Maverick, newest first.

Suspension: Front: Control arm: Lower ball joint

NHTSA 26V340000 Reported May 27, 2026 Do not drive
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26S36)
Units affected
4,653 (estimate)
Problem
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 the front wheel knuckle.
Risk
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.

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Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control and 1 more component

NHTSA 26V104000 Reported Feb 20, 2026
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26C10)
Components
Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control; Exterior lighting: Tail lights
Units affected
4,381,878 (estimate)
Problem
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 module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA 25V881000 Reported Dec 18, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S33)
Units affected
87 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 15, 2026. This is an expansion of Recalls 24V330 (24S33) and 25V133 (25S16).

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Equipment: Electrical: Engine block heater

NHTSA 25V685000 Reported Oct 10, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25SA4)
Units affected
59,006 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Risk
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

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Back over prevention: Software

NHTSA 25V442000 Reported Jun 27, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S72)
Units affected
200,237 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine

NHTSA 25V345000 Reported May 23, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S54)
Units affected
1,809 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and 1 more component

NHTSA 25V158000 Reported Mar 14, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S26)
Components
Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm); Electrical system: Body control module/bcm
Units affected
48,041 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Risk
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA 25V123000 Reported Feb 28, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25C06)
Units affected
933 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-140. The instrument panel cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208.
Risk
An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C06.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Control unit/module

NHTSA 25V124000 Reported Feb 28, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25C07)
Units affected
141 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-730. Under certain circumstances, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) module may cause the brake lights to illuminate without the driver applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software in the ABS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C07.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Body control module/bcm and 1 more component

NHTSA 25V127000 Reported Feb 28, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S13)
Components
Electrical system: Body control module/bcm; Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Units affected
2 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-590. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Risk
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the power train control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S13.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA 25V132000 Reported Feb 28, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S15)
Units affected
10,952 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Risk
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.

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Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA 25V133000 Reported Feb 28, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S16)
Units affected
207 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Body control module: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 25V094000 Reported Feb 14, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25C04)
Components
Electrical system: Body control module: Software; Exterior lighting: Turn signal
Units affected
1,635 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-848. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal has failed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal cannot notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C04.

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Electrical system: Body control module: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 25V095000 Reported Feb 14, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S07)
Components
Electrical system: Body control module: Software; Exterior lighting: Tail lights
Units affected
2,711 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-293. The body control module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Risk
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S07.

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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

NHTSA 25V019000 Reported Jan 17, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S02)
Units affected
272,817 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.
Risk
Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V-267 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

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Back over prevention: Software

NHTSA 24V684000 Reported Sep 13, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S59)
Units affected
273,701 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Ford Maverick vehicles equipped with Connected Touch Radios (CTR). The rearview camera image may freeze when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Connected Touch Radio (CTR) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S59.

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Electrical system: Body control module/bcm and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V590000 Reported Aug 9, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S50)
Components
Electrical system: Body control module/bcm; Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Units affected
757 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Risk
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S50.

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Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA 24V330000 Reported May 10, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S33)
Units affected
9,312 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33.

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Electrical system: Body control module: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V293000 Reported Apr 26, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S27)
Components
Electrical system: Body control module: Software; Exterior lighting: Tail lights
Units affected
242,669 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Risk
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.

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Electrical system: Body control module/bcm and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V267000 Reported Apr 12, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S24)
Components
Electrical system: Body control module/bcm; Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Units affected
456,565 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Risk
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA 24V140000 Reported Feb 23, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24C01)
Units affected
62,813 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208.
Risk
An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C01.

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Exterior lighting: Turn signal: Bulbs and 1 more component

NHTSA 23V848000 Reported Dec 15, 2023
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 23C41)
Components
Exterior lighting: Turn signal: Bulbs; Electrical system: Body control module: Software
Units affected
189,814 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C41.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine

NHTSA 23V380000 Reported May 26, 2023
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 23S27)
Units affected
125,322 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will replace the engine long-block in 2023 Escape and Corsair vehicles. For the other vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. If a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, dealers will replace the engine long-block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S27. This recall expands and replaces recall number 22V-484. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.

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Exterior lighting: Brake lights and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V730000 Reported Sep 30, 2022
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22C24)
Components
Exterior lighting: Brake lights; Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Control unit/module
Units affected
11,239 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. Under certain circumstances, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) module may cause the brake lights to illuminate without the driver applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software in the ABS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C24.

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Air bags: Side/window: Curtain

NHTSA 22V594000 Reported Aug 8, 2022
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22C20)
Units affected
64,974 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The side-curtain air bags may not deploy properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk
Improper deployment of an air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right side-curtain air bag modules with a new design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C20.

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Structure: Body: Bumpers: Active shutters/grill and 2 more components

NHTSA 22V484000 Reported Jul 7, 2022
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S47)
Components
Structure: Body: Bumpers: Active shutters/grill; Structure: Frame and members: Underbody shields; Engine and engine cooling
Units affected
100,689 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Risk
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.

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Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA 22V193000 Reported Mar 25, 2022
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 22S17)
Units affected
391,836 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Risk
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

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Fuel system, gasoline: Storage

NHTSA 21V976000 Reported Dec 16, 2021
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21C35)
Units affected
5,456 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tank may have been damaged by drill holes during the installation of the spray-in bed-liner. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk
A damaged fuel tank may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C35.

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Seat belts: Rear/other: Anchorage

NHTSA 21V979000 Reported Dec 16, 2021
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 21C36)
Units affected
2,622 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk
Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C36.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2022 Ford Maverick fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2022 Ford Maverick EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
Maverick AWD2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel DriveRegular22/29/25 mpg$2,700356
Maverick FWD2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular23/30/26 mpg$2,600342
Maverick HEV FWD2.5L 4-cyl hybridAutomaticFront-Wheel DriveRegular42/33/37 mpg$1,800237

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2022 Ford Maverick crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2022 Ford Maverick NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2022 Ford Maverick HEV PU/CC FWD4 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars16.9%Standard
2022 Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD4 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars15.5%Standard
2022 Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD4 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars16.9%Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2022 Ford Maverick owner complaints

Owners have filed 617 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford Maverick, most recently on Oct 14, 2026. 15 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 8 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2022 Ford Maverick complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Electrical system192
Power train179
Engine163
Service brakes106
Unknown or other68
Vehicle speed control27
Air bags24
Fuel/propulsion system24
Steering20
Suspension20

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Ford Maverick model years

Ford Maverick by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2026 Maverick23–38 mpg716—
2025 Maverick23–38 mpg12504/5
2024 Maverick21–37 mpg161794/5
2023 Maverick21–37 mpg223474/5

All Ford Maverick years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2022 Ford models

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
  • NHTSA, EPA and DOE do not endorse OpenVIN. Vehicle names identify vehicles only; OpenVIN is not affiliated with Ford.