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2022 Ford Maverick: problems, recalls and fuel economy
NHTSA lists 617 owner complaints[1] and 29 recalls[2] for the 2022 Maverick, more of each than any later model year on file. In a small sample of complaints we read, owners describe sudden power loss[3] and odd low-speed braking[4], so check that every recall was done before you buy.
Most reported problems
The agency has logged 617 owner complaints for this truck[1]. Of those, 15 mention a crash, 5 a fire and 8 an injury, and no deaths are reported[1]. These are unverified owner reports, and one complaint can name several parts. The counts are also not adjusted for how many trucks were sold.
The electrical system is the most named group with 200 complaints, followed by the power train with 180, the engine with 165 and brakes with 109[7][3][8][4]. Smaller groups include forward collision avoidance with 28 complaints, speed control with 27 and fuel or propulsion with 24[9][10][11].
What owners describe. We read a small sample of complaint texts in the biggest groups. The themes below come from that sample only, so they are not a measure of how often each problem happens.
- Electrical. In the sample we read, owners describe a truck going dead or losing all electrical function with little warning. Several needed a jump or a tow, and some say a dealer pointed to a wiring harness or a loose connection. The group has a median mileage at failure of 33,816[7].
- Power train. Owners describe losing drive power or the transmission not engaging while driving, often with a warning to pull over and a reduced-power mode. The median mileage at failure is 38,000[3].
- Brakes. Several hybrid owners describe inconsistent braking at very low speeds, with little response followed by a sudden grab or a clunk[4].
- Engine. Some owners describe a hot exhaust part and a burning smell at idle or on remote start. Others describe power loss or a dead truck. The median mileage at failure is 16,500, and the group has 3 fires among its complaints[8].
The recall list below covers several of the same areas, including the battery, hybrid shifting and engine fire risk.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 29 recalls for the 2022 Maverick, newest first below[2]. Some recalls also cover other Ford models. Several are repeat recalls, because an earlier fix was done wrongly. VINs for some of these recalls are searchable on NHTSA.gov[12][13].
- Front ball joints (26V340). Ball joints on the front lower control arms may have been fitted or repaired wrongly at the assembly plant, so an arm could separate from the wheel. The risk is lost control and a crash. Ford advises owners not to drive until the repair is done, and dealers will inspect and repair the joints[12].
- Trailer module lights (26V104). While towing, the trailer module may stop talking to the truck, which can cut trailer brake and turn signal lights or brake function. The risk is a crash. A dealer or an over-the-air update fixes the software[14].
- Hybrid shifts to neutral, expansion (25V881). Hybrid control software may drop the truck into neutral and cut drive power, which raises crash risk. Dealers update the software. This widens two earlier recalls, 24V330 and 25V133[15].
- Block heater (25V685). The heater may crack, leak coolant and short out when plugged in, which raises fire risk. Owners are told not to plug it in until the truck is repaired. Dealers will replace the heater, or owners can choose to have the element swapped for a plug with the cord removed. The final remedy was listed as anticipated for September 2026, so ask a dealer whether it is ready yet[13].
- Rearview camera (25V442). A software error may leave the camera blank, or leave the image on after backing up. Either can reduce or distract the driver's view and raise crash risk. Dealers update the camera software[16].
- Engine fire, repeat (25V345). Hybrid trucks with the 2.5L engine[17] that were repaired wrongly under 23V380 may leak oil and fuel vapor near hot parts if the engine fails. The risk is an engine compartment fire. Owners should park and shut off the engine fast if they hear odd noises, lose power or see smoke. Dealers update the engine computer software[17].
- Battery state, repeat (25V158). Trucks repaired wrongly under 24V267 may not notice a low battery[18]. That can knock out hazard lights or cut drive power, so crash risk rises. Dealers recalibrate two control modules[18].
- Hybrid shifts to neutral, repeat (25V133). Trucks repaired wrongly under 24V330 may still drop into neutral and lose drive power. The risk is a crash. Dealers update the software[19].
- Trailer brake control, repeat (25V132). After a wrong earlier repair under 22V193, a towed trailer with electric brakes may not brake, which lengthens stopping distance. Dealers update the control module software[20].
- Brake lights on by themselves, repeat (25V124). After an earlier repair done wrongly, the ABS module may light the brake lights without a pedal press, which can confuse other drivers. Dealers update the ABS software[21].
- Instrument cluster, repeat (25V123). On hybrids repaired wrongly under 24V140, warning lights or gauges may not light up, such as the speedometer. That raises crash risk. Dealers update the cluster software[22].
- Battery state, repeat (25V127). A truck repaired wrongly under 24V590 may not notice a low battery[23], with the same loss of accessories or drive power. Dealers update the powertrain control module software[23].
- Turn signal flash rate, repeat (25V094). After a wrong earlier repair under 23V848, a failed rear turn signal may not make the others flash faster as a warning. Other drivers get no clear signal, so crash risk rises. Dealers update the body control module software[24].
- Tail lights, repeat (25V095). After a wrong earlier repair under 24V293, the body control module may switch off rear tail lights, which makes the truck harder to see and raises crash risk. Dealers update its software[25].
- 12-volt battery (25V019). The 12-volt battery[26] may wear down and fail without warning. That can cut hazard lights or drive power and raise crash risk. Dealers inspect the battery and replace it if needed. Trucks fixed earlier under 24V267 also need this new remedy[26].
- Camera freezes in reverse (24V684). On trucks with Connected Touch radios, the rearview image may freeze while in reverse, which cuts rear visibility. Dealers update the radio software[27].
- Battery state (24V590). Some trucks previously repaired under 24V267 may not notice a low battery[28]. The risk is lost accessories or drive power and a crash. Dealers recalibrate two control modules[28].
- Hybrid shifts to neutral (24V330). Hybrid control software may drop the truck into neutral and cut drive power, which raises crash risk. Dealers update the software[29].
- Tail lights (24V293). The body control module may switch off one or both rear tail lights, which makes the truck harder to see and raises crash risk. Dealers update its software[30].
- Battery state (24V267). The control modules may fail to notice a change in the battery charge[31]. That can cut accessories like hazard lights or drive power. Dealers recalibrate both modules[31].
- Instrument cluster, hybrids (24V140). Warning lights or gauges may not light up properly, including the speedometer, which can raise crash risk. Dealers update the cluster software[32].
- Turn signal flash rate (23V848). If one rear turn signal quits, the truck will not change its flash rate to warn the driver. Other drivers get no clear signal, so crash risk rises. Dealers update the body control module software[33].
- Engine fire (23V380). On trucks with the 2.5L hybrid engines[34], a failed engine may release oil and fuel vapor near hot parts and start a fire. Owners should park and shut off the engine fast if they notice noises, lost power or smoke. Dealers update the engine computer software and replace the engine long-block if a connecting rod bearing failure is found. This recall widens and replaces 22V484[34].
- Brake lights on by themselves (22V730). The ABS module may light the brake lights when the driver has not pressed the pedal, which can confuse other drivers and raise crash risk. Dealers update the ABS software[35].
- Side curtain air bags (22V594). The side curtain air bags may not open the way they should, which raises injury risk in a crash. Dealers swap both curtain modules for a redesigned part[36].
- Engine fire, first recall (22V484). Hybrid trucks with the 2.5L engine[37] may release oil and fuel vapor near hot parts if the engine fails, which risks a fire. Owners should park and shut off the engine fast if they notice noises, lost power or smoke. Dealers modify the under engine shield and the active grille shutter[37].
- Trailer brake control (22V193). A software error may stop a towed trailer with electric brakes from braking, which lengthens stopping distance. Dealers update the control module software[38].
- Rear seat belt buckles (21V979). The rear buckles may not be attached properly to the floor, so belts may not hold riders in a crash. Dealers repair the buckle attachments[39].
- Fuel tank (21V976). Drill holes made while installing a spray-in bed liner may have damaged the fuel tank, which can leak fuel and raise fire risk. Dealers inspect the tank and replace it as needed[40].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings differ by version. The annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the truck was new.
Safety ratings
NHTSA gives the 4WD version 4 stars overall[6], with 5 stars in frontal and side tests and 4 in rollover[6]. Its rollover risk is 15.5%[6]. The FWD version has the same star ratings, with a rollover risk of 16.9%[43].
Engine and size
The EPA lists the 2.0L 4-cylinder at 250 hp[44] and the 2.5L 4-cylinder at 162 hp[45]. The sizes below are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US trucks. Length, width, height and wheelbase are the same in all three rows[46][47][48].
How 2022 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 617 | 29 |
| 2023 | 347 | 22 |
| 2024 | 179 | 16 |
| 2025 | 50 | 12 |
| 2026 | 16 | 7 |
Among the Maverick model years on file, 2022 has the most complaints and the most recalls[2]. Both counts fall every year after it.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022[2] | 617 | 29 |
| 2023[2] | 347 | 22 |
| 2024[2] | 179 | 16 |
| 2025[2] | 50 | 12 |
| 2026[2] | 16 | 7 |
These counts are not adjusted for sales, so they show where reports and recalls pile up and not how likely a problem is for one truck.
Should you buy a used 2022 Maverick?
The 2022 model has the heaviest complaint and recall record of the Maverick years in our data[2]. Owners describe dead-truck and power-loss episodes, and the recall list covers the 12-volt battery, hybrid shifting and engine fire risk[7][3][26][29]. Before you buy, ask for proof that every recall was completed, including the repeat recalls, and check whether the final block heater remedy is ready[13]. On the plus side, the hybrid has the best EPA combined rating of the three versions[5], and NHTSA rates the truck 4 stars overall[6]. The complaints are unverified, so treat them as warning signs to check and not as odds for any one truck[1].
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Maverick?
- The most named component groups in NHTSA complaints are electrical with 200, power train with 180, engine with 165 and brakes with 109[7][3][8][4]. In a small sample of complaints we read, owners describe sudden power loss and a dead truck.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Maverick have?
- NHTSA lists 29 recalls for the 2022 model year[2]. They cover areas such as the 12-volt battery, hybrid shifting, engine fire risk, lights, air bags and the front ball joints[12][15][26][34][36].
- What gas mileage does the 2022 Ford Maverick get?
- The EPA rates the hybrid at 37 combined MPG[5]. The FWD 2.0L turbo is rated at 26[41] and the AWD 2.0L turbo at 25[42].
- Which Maverick model year has the fewest recalls?
- Among the model years on file, 2026 has the fewest recalls at 7 and 2022 has the most at 29[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales.
Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 617 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Ford Maverick (15 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 8 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Ford Maverick model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- 180 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 38,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 109 complaints name the brakes component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for Maverick HEV FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 42 city / 33 highway / 37 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC 4WD: overall 4 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 200 complaints name the electrical system component group (2 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 33,816). NHTSA vehicle records
- 165 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 16,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 28 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (3 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 27 complaints name the speed control component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 24 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V340, filed May 27, 2026: Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V685, filed October 10, 2025: Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 26V104, filed February 20, 2026: Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V881, filed December 18, 2025: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V442, filed June 27, 2025: Back Over Prevention › Software. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V345, filed May 23, 2025: Engine. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V158, filed March 14, 2025: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V133, filed February 28, 2025: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V132, filed February 28, 2025: Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V124, filed February 28, 2025: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit / Module . NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V123, filed February 28, 2025: Electrical System › Instrument Cluster / Panel. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V127, filed February 28, 2025: Electrical System › Body Control Module / Bcm. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V094, filed February 14, 2025: Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V095, filed February 14, 2025: Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V019, filed January 17, 2025: Electrical System › 12V / 24V / 48V Battery. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V684, filed September 13, 2024: Back Over Prevention › Software. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V590, filed August 9, 2024: Electrical System › Body Control Module / Bcm. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V330, filed May 10, 2024: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V293, filed April 26, 2024: Electrical System › Body Control Module › Software. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V267, filed April 12, 2024: Electrical System › Body Control Module / Bcm. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 24V140, filed February 23, 2024: Electrical System › Instrument Cluster / Panel. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 23V848, filed December 15, 2023: Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Bulbs. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 23V380, filed May 26, 2023: Engine. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 22V730, filed September 30, 2022: Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 22V594, filed August 8, 2022: Air Bags › Side / Window › Curtain. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 22V484, filed July 7, 2022: Structure › Body › Bumpers › Active Shutters / Grill. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 22V193, filed March 25, 2022: Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 21V979, filed December 16, 2021: Seat Belts › Rear / Other › Anchorage. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 21V976, filed December 16, 2021: Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Maverick FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 30 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,600. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Maverick AWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2022 Ford Maverick with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 250 hp. www.epa.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2022 Ford Maverick with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 162 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, MAVERICK 4DR PICKUP AWD: length 200 in, width 72 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 3,730 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, MAVERICK 4DR PICKUP FWD: length 200 in, width 72 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 3,563 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, MAVERICK FHEV 4DR PICKUP: length 200 in, width 72 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 3,675 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov