Ford Maverick problems
The Ford Maverick is a compact car manufactured and marketed by Ford for model years 1970–1977 in the United States, originally as a two-door sedan employing a rear-wheel drive platform original to the 1960 Falcon — and subsequently as a four-door sedan on the same platform. The Maverick replaced the Falcon in most of the world, but Australia kept selling and developing the Falcon.
The Maverick was also manufactured in Venezuela, Canada, Mexico, and from 1973 to 1979, in Brazil.
The name "maverick" was derived from the word for unbranded range animals, and the car's nameplate was stylized to resemble the head of Longhorn cattle.
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Common Ford Maverick problems
The Ford Maverick has encountered several common problems reported by owners:
- Electrical System Problems: Some owners have reported issues with the electrical system leading to a loss of power.
- Airbag Problems: An issue with the airbags, identified by NHTSA campaign number 22V594000, has been reported. Some drivers faced delays in fixing the airbags due to part unavailability, with Ford indicating a potential wait of a few months for the remedy.
- Hybrid Engine Concerns: Owners of Maverick vehicles with hybrid engines have reported shaking, vibrating, or trembling when switching from gasoline to hybrid powertrain. This issue seems more prevalent in the hybrid engine option compared to others.
These problems have been highlighted by real owners and are important considerations for those looking to purchase a Ford Maverick.
Is the Ford Maverick having problems?
June 2023: Safety Recall 23S27 (NHTSA Recall 23V380) for Fire Risk. Status: Not Fixed This issue involves the hybrid powertrain. The notice states that on our vehicle, “the engine could fail prematurely.
Is the Ford Maverick a reliable vehicle?
The Ford Maverick EcoBoost, with its turbocharged 2.0L I-4 engine, has recently earned a spot on Consumer Reports' list of the most reliable new vehicles priced under $30k. This achievement is notable in the current market, where finding a vehicle that is both affordable and reliable can be challenging.
What is the problem with the Ford Maverick 2.5 hybrid?
The problems with the Ford 2.5L hybrid engine primarily stem from manufacturing errors. These issues can lead to engine failures, which are often characterized by breaches of the oil pans or engine blocks. In the event of such an engine failure, engine oil or fuel vapors could be released into the engine compartment.
What are the cons of the Ford Maverick?
Cons
- Bumpy ride quality.
- Some features hidden in costly optional packages.
- Interior has a low-buck feel to it.
- Limited range of adjustment for the driver's seat and steering wheel.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Ford Maverick years
We have researched Ford problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Ford Maverick cars and compiled the top 4 most problematic Ford Maverick model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Ford Maverick model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Ford Maverick years
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Ford Maverick car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Ford Maverick , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Ford Maverick vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Maverick model years
A total of 15 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Maverick model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Maverick model years
There were a total of 10 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Maverick model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 609 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Ford Maverick . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Ford Maverick vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Ford Maverick 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-26
- VIN: 3FTTW8B90RR
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The engine has had counts of misfire in all 4 cylinders, since 1 week after I bought this brand-new pickup truck. The misfire counts are getting more and more, although there is NOT any warning codes, nor loss of power.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-21
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-21
- VIN: 3FTTW8F9XNR
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: This morning before my drive to work, a service vehicle soon message popped up on the screen. During my drive to work the vehicle began to respond sluggishly and lose power and acceleration on the highway. My safety and the safety of others was put at risk and the vehicle was unable to maintain highway speeds. I was able to make it to work driving at reduced speeds, and after parking the vehicle received a message on my Ford App of a Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power alert. My vehicle was serviced by Ford on 06/20/2024 for a recall related to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
Ford Maverick 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-17
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 3FTTW8H3XRR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Rearview camera lags and occasionally freezes image during reversing. Lagging and freezing gives a false sense of vehicle position. There has been one occasion where the image froze and stayed frozen even after putting vehicle in "D" and traveling up to 30mph+. Vehicle is not part of latest recall for frozen rearview camera issue.
Ford Maverick 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 3FTTW8F9XPR
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: This vehicle will reduce or cut throttle application/response relative to how many degrees the steering wheel is turning. When trying to pull out in traffic if you have the wheel turned beyond a set angle the throttle doesn't respond as expected and acceleration is greatly reduced. It will also cut the throttle if you pull out and then turn only to fully accelerate as the wheel is straightened out again. Two very dangerous examples I've experienced are 1: pulling onto a "freeway" that has a few side roads with perpendicular access. With the wheel turned the truck is very slow to accelerate when first pulling onto the expressway but suddenly will as the wheel is straightened. 2: When going across 2 lanes of traffic and making a turn to join traffic the truck will accelerate as expected across the first lanes, loose power as you turn, and then accelerate fully again as the wheel is straightened. While an argument could be made to just sit and wait until there is more time to join traffic, there are moments when being able to accelerate hard are necessary. This vehicle will either not accelerate or will reduce acceleration based on angles of steering. I believe this is a dangerous situation that most experienced drivers are not going to be expecting when they have to join fast moving traffic. Following web forums this is an issue other owners have experienced.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-17
- VIN: 3FTTW8F92NR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Premature failure of both front CV axles. The vehicle had an extremely unsafe vibration in the front end during acceleration. Dealer has replaced both axles under warranty. This is a known failure and many of these vehicles are experiencing premature failure. Warranty will cover but failures are continuing to happen. Many owners have replaced the axles multiple times, prior to getting to even 65k miles.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-29
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3FTTW8E92NR
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I was involved in an accident. During the accident none of the airbags deployed. The impact was so hard that it lifted the truck up off the ground and spinned us around 90 degrees. This resulted in the individuals seated on the passenger side of the truck to be thrown into the door fairly hard, with one passenger hitting her head on the window even with the seatbelt on. The point of impact was the drivers side back tire and bumper area.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-12
- VIN: 3FTTW8E92NR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: My license plate light has stopped working. It was replaced and still isn’t working. This reduces visibility and increases risk of a crash. This is in addition to the legal requirement to have an operating license plate light.
Ford Maverick 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3FTTW8R96RR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Upon exiting my garage I always stop to close the door. My driveway has incline. I begin to roll back, hit the breaks several times with no engagement, begin pumping the brake pedal several times, no response. Continued to roll in reverse going across the street and hit neighbor's park car in their driveway. Police Officer noted that brake pedal was very low upon applying brakes and a hiss sound of like a vacuum or pressure lost. Reported a claim to insurance company. I never observed any indication of faults. Had truck toed to Greiner Ford to be inspected and or repaired. They said they could not find anything wrong with brake system or electronics. Since the incident I have reviewed by Ring camera video of that day and noticed that the DRL lights were flashing like a turn signal light which are not supposed to do. Truck is presently at Greiner Ford Collision Center for repair of damage to drive side rearend. I will have Greiner reinspect once collision damage is repaired and advise them of the flashing DRL's Other problems encountered prior to this incident: 1. Several times with adaptative cruise on and lane departure on there has been several notifications of cancelations were noted. 2. Several times horn has sounded when opening door with truck turned off. 3. Pre collision notification without anything in front of truck. I will also note that after receipt of new vehicle, approximately 1 to 2 months the truck was updated with new software.
Ford Maverick 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-25
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 3FTTW8G98PR
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The plastic cooling system overflow expansion tank sign is stress cracking in the inlet tubing at approximately 8K miles. It has gotten worse with my odometer at 12K now. I have not contacted Ford regarding a warranty replacement because they would just replace it with the same defective part. I have further investigated this issue and found several documented cases with complete failure of the tank at a little as 20 K miles.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 3FTTW8E9XNR
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V684000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-26
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 3FTTW8E9XNR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V293000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System) and the software update was completed. After receiving the update, the contact stated that the instrument panel failed to display the starting messages and displayed the vehicles in many different systems. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who had completed the software update a second time. After receiving the software update the second time, the instrument panel began functioning as intended and properly displaying the necessary information. The contact stated that the radio and display screen started malfunctioning. The vehicle was returned to the dealer who was not able to determine cause of the failure and was only able to complete the remedy the manufacturer had authorized. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Ford Maverick 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-03
- VIN: 3FTTW8E93NR
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The whole car shut down while i was driving. I lost all power to the car and couldnt get it started again.
Ford Maverick 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-02
- VIN: 3FTTW8G9XPR
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V684000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Ford Maverick 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-29
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-30
- VIN: 3FTTW8S96RR
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Water is leaking into the passenger compartment after rain storms and accumulating in the carpet of the front passenger footwell causing mold.
Ford Maverick 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-29
- VIN: 3FTTW8H36RR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Backup camera can freeze or jump frames, particularly if you use shortly after starting the car. This makes it hard to trust the camera view.
Latest 5 recalls Ford Maverick
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 34 recalls for different components of the Ford Maverick.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Ford Maverick 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-18
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Consequence: A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 2, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C33.
- Model: Ford Maverick 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-09-13
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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 are expected to be mailed September 30, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S59.
- Model: Ford Maverick 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-09-13
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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 are expected to be mailed September 30, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S59.
- Model: Ford Maverick 2022
- Report Received Date: 2024-09-13
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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 are expected to be mailed September 30, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S59.
- Model: Ford Maverick 2022
- Report Received Date: 2024-08-09
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
Latest negative Ford Maverick car reviews
Latest positive Ford Maverick car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2023
The 2023 Hybrid Maverick is an excellent vehicle with a smooth and quiet ride, large media display, and impressive safety features such as side view mirror alerts and lane assist with co-pilot 360 features. While the ECO driving mode needs to be reset each time the engine starts, it should be the default on the Hybrid. We highly recommend ordering exactly what you want and not letting sales convince you to pay for unnecessary add-ons. Overall, the 2023 Hybrid Maverick is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a reliable and efficient vehicle.
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Vehicle year: 2022
(Not sure why there's no option for this in the vehicle details, but I am reviewing the XLT trim with the 2.0L Ecoboost Motor, not the 2.5L Hybrid) Hi there! I was in need of a new vehicle and wanted to get something with better gas mileage than my SUV but didn't want to give up the utility I had with the SUV. This little mini-truck came along at the perfect time. I absolutely love that the styling is practical and no-nonsense. It's very clean looking and the design is very practical. Unlike other trucks, it doesn't have any stupid stylish slanted buttresses blocking part of the truck bed, making it harder to load large items over the side. The grill design is also not stupid and wannabe modern art. It honestly handles great, it drives more like a light SUV than a truck. It's built off the Escape platform which could explain that. But it definitely feels nimble and light, yet still has the utility of a truck bed. The build quality is quite nice, except for the flimsy sun shades. But that seems pretty standard in most cheaper cars nowadays. And I was kind of hesitant coming from a V6 to the Ecoboost 4-cylinder, but I'm pleasantly surprised. This thing has quite a bit of oomph when you need it, which is nice. I love that you still have the option of using an actual key to turn on the ignition. I can go on for a while why that's actually better, but that's personal preference. Actually having knobs and buttons for the A/C and radio instead of putting them on the touchscreen is much better for safety, so I'm glad Ford kept that standard. The keypad to unlock the doors is another standard feature I'm glad Ford kept around. It's actually extremely useful. Overall, if you want the utility of a truck bed but you don't need to do anything super heavy duty like constantly towing large loads or anything, this is the best little mini-truck on the market in my opinion. And the fact that it's also the most affordable one is a huge bonus... I hope this helps you make an informed decision!
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Vehicle year: 2024
A hybrid TRUCK with 4 seats. This truck is great and fits all of my city dweller needs. It averages over 37 mpg and has lots of cool, inexpensive mods available. The only downside is that the base model doesn't have HD radio.
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Vehicle year: 2024
Coming down to earth from a F150 FX4, you'll notice that the ground is much closer, but don't worry, the ride is still comfortable and the surroundings are pleasurable. Our Tremor trim level was added onto a Lariat, so we have a higher comfort level in this peppy little truck. The Ford Co-Pilot 360 has many features, some of which are very helpful once you learn how to negotiate them. The intelligent cruise is nice when driving in traffic, and you are automatically corralled with the rest. On the open road, pay attention or you could follow the vehicle ahead like a timid little sheep, never getting close enough to pass. :-) A safe lane change in a timely fashion easily resolves this, and the blind-spot alert keeps you from upsetting other drivers. The lane assist is helpful when going through an area with sights to see along the way. As a runner, I often have drivers drift towards me when they see me ahead. As I get older, I find myself drifting more often, and this feature is welcome. We are still new at this, but already my wife wants to drive more often... Unfortunately, the Type selection down below does not allow me to pick this exclusive little beauty she fell in love with from the outset... It is not the hybrid, but the 2-liter engine is as strong as 250 horses with the 8-speed automatic transmission. My ultimate pleasure is the B&O sound system. As a 16-year-old boy, I was introduced to this, now too expensive to afford high-fi system…unless you can find some pieces on EBay…While in the truck, I can enjoy the clarity as I gently cruise along...I am a gas-mileage freak and I have this purring at almost 30 miles per gallon...
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Vehicle year: 2022
I've been wanting one of these since I first read about their release. Although I considered a hybrid, orders were closed by the time I decided to place an order. I ended up getting an AWD 2.0T XL model with Copilot 360 and a hitch. It took about 5 months to get it, but so far, I really like it. CoPilot 360 adds power mirrors, and there are cost-effective ways of adding cruise control, both of which XL does not come standard with. Otherwise, you're getting a lot of vehicle for not a lot of money. The interior is quite plasticky, but it looks okay and feels well put together. The 2.0T needs a second to build power, but it is strong once it does. The ride and handling are great. It is a little stiff, but very controlled, and it does not buck or skip around at all. I did upgrade the base steel wheels to alloys, but some people like the look of the base wheels. It is all the truck I need and a great value if you can get one at or below MSRP.
Are you having problems with your Ford Maverick?
Jerrell Rowe 2025-05-23
Vehicle year: 2024
In 2021, Ford promised to make 'product quality' a reason to buy a Ford. Unfortunately, the Maverick falls short of this promise. While the paint and overall size are impressive, the interior, ride quality, media, road noise, fit/finish, and transmission leave much to be desired. The plastic Ford uses for the interior scratches easily and various bits are misaligned. The windshield was not installed correctly, and the alignment pin keeps rattling. However, Ford is aware of the installation issues and has corrected this. The suspension transmits a lot of noise into the cabin and is very harsh on gravel/rougher roads, which adds to the number of rattles in the interior. The media system consistently drops communication when using the wireless, and hands-free talk sounds like an AM radio at best. Road noise is also a big issue, with wind noise coming through the door seals and door handles. In crosswinds, the poorly attached felt-lined panel will vibrate, causing more road noise. The exterior is not much better, with both rear door seal covers not properly attached, and the fuel door being a push to open and will pop open when meeting larger trucks on two-lane highways. The hood is also poorly made, with the metal being so thin that you can actually dent it with your finger. On the highway, the transmission is not too bad with the 2.0L engine. Overall, while the Maverick has its flaws, it still has some impressive features. The 0l turbo engine in this vehicle struggles with gear changes during city and rural driving, and tends to overheat. As the transmission temperature rises, the shifts become harsher. While Ford does not offer manual control of the automatic transmission like on the Bronco Sport, trying different modes can help to some extent. However, eventually, it may feel like the transmission is slipping during shifts. Additionally, the fresh air intake for the HVAC system is located below and under the back edge of the hood, which gives the vehicle a clean look but allows a lot of heat transfer from the engine bay to get into the intake. This causes a couple of problems, such as increased use of the A/C since the system can't grab cool air, and more condensation on the windshield on moderately cool days because some engine bay air makes its way into the intake. Another issue is the battery, which tends to drain quickly, with a warning appearing after just 5 days of sitting that remote features are disabled. In summary, while this vehicle has some issues, it may be worth considering a Honda Ridgeline, which is built to a higher standard.
Norris Bayer 2025-05-08
Vehicle year: 2024
I was thrilled when my Maverick finally arrived after placing the order in August 2022 and receiving it in June 2023. Although I have a Lincoln that I love, I find the Maverick to be very comfortable in every way. The acceleration when passing is great and it is quieter than my Lincoln. Even my son, who is a big man at 6'5'' with broad shoulders, was pleasantly surprised by how comfortable the ride was during a 3000 mile trip. My granddaughter, who was his passenger, agreed that the ride was comfortable too. However, we did experience some issues with the battery. The dealership towed it twice and determined that it was a defective battery. Although I was concerned about the battery not recharging itself while driving, I was reassured that this is a different kind of battery and that the problem shouldn't recur. Fortunately, the battery died both times while parked in my driveway. Overall, I am still happy with my Maverick and will continue to use it for local driving.Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with the Maverick. I've noticed that it hasn't been as reliable as I had hoped, and I've seen others online who have had similar issues. I was a bit disappointed that the warranty doesn't cover the cost of a rental car if the Maverick fails, but I understand that these things happen. I do have a second car, so it's not a huge inconvenience for me, but I can see how it might be for others. Overall, I think it's important to be aware of the potential issues with this car before making a purchase. Thanks for listening!
Chandler Abshire 2025-02-16
Vehicle year: 2022
One year and 13k miles after delivery, I am happy to report that my XLT Hybrid Lux pkg has been a great little rig. The interior is a refreshing change from the usual black, and the heated seats and steering wheel are a nice touch. Parking is a breeze, and I've been getting pretty good average mileage of 35 mpg, which I've calculated using both the odometer and a fill-up spreadsheet. The stereo is decent, and the control layout is well thought out. While I did experience a wiring harness failure and a need for exhaust manifold and side curtain airbag replacement, overall this vehicle has exceeded my expectations. It even handles snow well with snow tires. Although I have some concerns about the build quality, there's really nothing else out there that can compete with its size and fuel economy. I can't think of anything I'd rather replace it with.
Tobin Wyman 2025-01-26
Vehicle year: 2024
Yes, it's a nice looking truck and the drive is good. The acceleration is fine and it feels fine too. However, there are a few little things that ruin the experience. The acceleration is a bit noisy and it feels like the transmission is slipping, which can be annoying. The stop/start feature is a matter of preference, but it feels like the start is delayed and not quick enough for some maneuvers. There is a switch to turn it off, but it needs to be done every time you turn the engine on. The monitor for radio and other electronics sometimes freezes and/or there is no sound, but it resets after turning the car off. Sometimes it stays frozen for a long time, which shouldn't be happening in a 6-month-old truck. The front door storage is practically unusable. Ford and many reviewers made a big deal about how clever the design is, but it doesn't work. The place for bottles is so shallow that they can't stay straight and fall the moment you start driving. If you don't mind these little issues, the truck is fine. My model is XLT, 4 turbo.
Brannon Gorczany 2025-01-22
Vehicle year: 2023
In 2021, Ford promised to make 'product quality' a reason to buy a Ford. Unfortunately, the Maverick falls short of this promise. While the paint and overall size are impressive, the interior, ride quality, media, road noise, fit/finish, and transmission leave much to be desired. The plastic Ford uses for the interior scratches easily and various bits are misaligned. The windshield was not installed correctly, and the alignment pin keeps rattling. However, Ford is aware of the installation issues and has corrected this. The suspension transmits a lot of noise into the cabin and is very harsh on gravel/rougher roads, which adds to the number of rattles in the interior. The media system consistently drops communication when using the wireless, and hands-free talk sounds like an AM radio at best. Road noise is also a big issue, with wind noise coming through the door seals and door handles. In crosswinds, the poorly attached felt-lined panel will vibrate, causing more road noise. The exterior is not much better, with both rear door seal covers not properly attached, and the fuel door being a push to open and will pop open when meeting larger trucks on two-lane highways. The hood is also poorly made, with the metal being so thin that you can actually dent it with your finger. On the highway, the transmission is not too bad with the 2.0L engine. Overall, while the Maverick has its flaws, it still has some impressive features. The 0l turbo engine in this vehicle struggles with gear changes during city and rural driving, and tends to overheat. As the transmission temperature rises, the shifts become harsher. While Ford does not offer manual control of the automatic transmission like on the Bronco Sport, trying different modes can help to some extent. However, eventually, it may feel like the transmission is slipping during shifts. Additionally, the fresh air intake for the HVAC system is located below and under the back edge of the hood, which gives the vehicle a clean look but allows a lot of heat transfer from the engine bay to get into the intake. This causes a couple of problems, such as increased use of the A/C since the system can't grab cool air, and more condensation on the windshield on moderately cool days because some engine bay air makes its way into the intake. Another issue is the battery, which tends to drain quickly, with a warning appearing after just 5 days of sitting that remote features are disabled. In summary, while this vehicle has some issues, it may be worth considering a Honda Ridgeline, which is built to a higher standard.