Is the 2025 Ford Maverick reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford Maverick?

The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Maverick have?

12 recalls on file for this model year.

2025 Ford Maverick

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2025 Ford Maverick
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:58.459Z

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 24
Recalls: 12
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2025: 24 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2022	150
2023	82
2024	71
2025	24
2026	6

Known problem areas

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Forward collision avoidance

9 of 24 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

CRASHINJURY

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The contact's employer owns a 2025 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the pre-collision warning light suddenly activated, and the vehicle abruptly stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-28

Power train

6 of 24 total reports mention: power train.

CRASHINJURY

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At 3k miles the turbocharger and parts within the transmission failed on my 2025 ford maverick, there were no warning lamps or messages on the dash but I had the symptoms of lack of power, the truck struggled to climb hills, it sounded like the...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-28

Engine

6 of 24 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE

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The contact owned a 2025 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in her residence's driveway at night, the vehicle had caught fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-07

Also filed under Electrical system

Loud Knocking from engine, CEL illuminated flashing, loss in power and had an active misfire in cyl #2. Upon inspection cyl #2 Spark plug electrode broke off/melted into the cylinder causing a gauge in the cylinder.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-28

Electrical system

5 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE

Service brakes

3 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH

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In the first week with only 107 miles, the brakes failed 3 times at very low speeds. Once while backing out and no brakes at all. 2 days later while turning a corner in a parking light they totally failed and I just missed hitting a car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-29

Safety timeline

12 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2025-06-24Air bags25V350000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick vehicles. The air bag indicator light on the dashboard may be loose or dislodged, and not visible to occupants.

Remedy: Dealers will install air bag indicator light retaining clips, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C17.

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2025-11-28Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic25V787000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and Escape vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the electric brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC6.

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2026-02-03Power train25V863000 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.

Remedy: The park module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69.

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2026-03-25Structure25V884000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cover, 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 25SE7.

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2026-03-25Electrical system, exterior lighting26V104000 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.

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.

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2026-04-17Visibility26V157000 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.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass and replace the glass if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S18.

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2026-06-09Electrical system, equipment25V343000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.

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2026-06-10Electrical system, equipment26V239000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, and inspect and replace the electrical cord if necessary, free of charge.

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2026-06-25Air bags26V201000 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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C19.

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Date not on fileEngine25V828000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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Date not on fileSuspension26V340000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles.

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.

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Date not on fileEngine and engine cooling26V122000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026.

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Buy-smart checklist

2025 Ford Maverick — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Forward collision avoidance: 9 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 25V828000 · Engine
Recall 26V340000 · Suspension
Recall 26V122000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 25V350000 · Air bags
Recall 25V787000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 25V863000 · Power train
Recall 25V884000 · Structure
Recall 26V104000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting
Recall 26V157000 · Visibility
Recall 25V343000 · Electrical system, equipment
Recall 26V239000 · Electrical system, equipment
Recall 26V201000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2025 Ford Maverick reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford Maverick?: The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Maverick have?: 12 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.