2023 Ford Maverick Problems: 16 Known Issues
2023 model year · 2,880+ owner reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 2,880+ owner reports, the 2023 Ford Maverick has 16 documented known issues, with 6 rated critical. The most serious are 2.5L Hybrid Engine Block/Oil Pan Breach - Underhood Fire Risk (Recall 23S27) ($0-$0 repair), Front lower ball joint may not be fully seated in the knuckle — recall 26V340, Rear camera image can freeze in Reverse, Connected Touch Radio — recall 24V684, Windshield wiper motor may stop working — recall 24V594, Engine block heater can short and start an underhood fire when plugged in — recall 25V685 and Hybrid can drop into neutral while driving after a software update — recall 24V330. The most commonly reported issue is 12-volt battery drains with the ignition off, Maverick Hybrid — Ford special service messages 53801 and 54519 with 1,240 owner reports. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls45 recalls
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning BEV, 2024-2026 Mustang Mach-E, and 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer 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."
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles. The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
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What are the most common Ford Maverick problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 2,880+ owner reports, the 2023 Ford Maverick has 16 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2.5L Hybrid Engine Block/Oil Pan Breach - Underhood Fire Risk (Recall 23S27), Front lower ball joint may not be fully seated in the knuckle — recall 26V340, Rear camera image can freeze in Reverse, Connected Touch Radio — recall 24V684. Of these, 6 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Ford Maverick reliable?
The 2023 Ford Maverick has 16 known issues documented across 2,880+ owner reports. 6 issues are rated critical: 2.5L Hybrid Engine Block/Oil Pan Breach - Underhood Fire Risk (Recall 23S27) and Front lower ball joint may not be fully seated in the knuckle — recall 26V340 and Rear camera image can freeze in Reverse, Connected Touch Radio — recall 24V684 and Windshield wiper motor may stop working — recall 24V594 and Engine block heater can short and start an underhood fire when plugged in — recall 25V685 and Hybrid can drop into neutral while driving after a software update — recall 24V330. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Ford Maverick problems?
Repair costs for known Ford Maverick issues range from $0 to $0, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, 2.5L Hybrid Engine Block/Oil Pan Breach - Underhood Fire Risk (Recall 23S27), typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2022-2023 Ford Maverick 2.5L Hybrid Engine Block/Oil Pan Breach - Underhood Fire Risk (Recall 23S27)?
Certain 2022-2023 Ford Maverick trucks equipped with the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle hybrid powertrain are affected by Ford Safety Recall 23S27 (NHTSA 23V380000) - the same recall affecting Escape HEV/PHEV. Manufacturing defects in certain engine blocks or oil pans can cause a breach tha… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2026 Ford Maverick Front lower ball joint may not be fully seated in the knuckle — recall 26V340?
On some trucks a front lower control arm ball joint was not fully inserted into the front wheel knuckle before its pinch bolt was tightened, or a plant repair of that joint was not completed. The ball joint can separate from the knuckle, which may cause loss of vehicle control an… Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Rear camera image can freeze in Reverse, Connected Touch Radio — recall 24V684?
On Mavericks with the Connected Touch Radio, a memory-handling error in the radio software can freeze the rear-view camera image while the truck is in Reverse. The frozen picture gives a false view of what is behind the truck, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall covers 202… Severity: high.
What is the 2023-2024 Ford Maverick Windshield wiper motor may stop working — recall 24V594?
Sealer may be missing from the front windshield wiper motor, letting water in. The motor can then become inoperable, which reduces or removes visibility in some conditions and increases the risk of a crash. The recall covers 2023–2024 Ford Maverick built June 20, 2023 to Septembe… Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Engine block heater can short and start an underhood fire when plugged in — recall 25V685?
The engine block heater can leak coolant through cracked solder joints at its element base; the dried coolant leaves conductive deposits that can cause a short circuit while the heater is plugged in. A short increases the risk of an underhood fire, more so on an outlet without a… Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid can drop into neutral while driving after a software update — recall 24V330?
Hybrid powertrain control software given to some Mavericks in service can set a false park-motor position sensor code and force the truck into neutral while driving; it coasts, shifts itself to Park at a stop, and then runs in a limp mode up to 30 mph. The loss of motive power in… Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2025 Ford Maverick 12-volt battery drains with the ignition off, Maverick Hybrid — Ford special service messages 53801 and 54519?
Ford reports that some Maverick Hybrids can have an intermittent 12-volt battery drain after the ignition is turned off, which Ford's later message ties to the software in the air conditioning control module (ACCM). Ford also reports that some hybrids can drain the 12-volt batter… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2023 Ford Maverick Shudder when braking at low speed, Maverick Hybrid — bulletin 25-2364?
Some Maverick Hybrids shudder or vibrate when braking at or below 15 mph. Ford attributes it to software in the powertrain control module (PCM). The bulletin covers 2022–2023 Ford Maverick with the 2.5L full hybrid (FHEV) powertrain built on or before April 11, 2023, per Ford TSB… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2026 Ford Maverick 8F35 torque-converter shudder — Ford SSM 54939?
Ford SSM 54939 covers some 2022–2026 Mavericks with the 8F35 transmission. Shudder may be most noticeable below 60 mph (100 km/h), with no relevant PCM diagnostic trouble codes, and can feel like an engine misfire. The torque converter is a possible cause; the symptom alone is no… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Water leaks past the sliding rear window into the back of the cab (owner reports)?
Owners of Mavericks with a sliding rear window report water getting past the window seal into the lower track and dripping behind the rear seat, with wet floor and a musty smell. One owner says a replacement window still leaked. The linked owner reports come from 2022 and 2024 Ma… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Rear position (tail) lamps can switch off while driving — recall 24V293?
The body control module (BCM) may falsely detect a current overload on one or both rear position lamp circuits and switch those lamps off during a drive cycle. Headlights, stop lamps and turn signals are not affected; tail lamps that fail to light reduce visibility to other drive… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick SYNC 3 can lock up, blanking the rear camera or the screen — recall 25V442?
An error in SYNC 3 software release R10 RC1 can fill the module's free memory after short ignition cycles, causing system instability. Ford lists an intermittent blank rear-view image in Reverse or a camera image that stays on after reversing, plus a black infotainment screen, lo… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick No fast-flash warning when one rear turn-signal bulb is out — recall 23V848?
Each rear taillamp has two turn-signal bulbs, and the body control module does not warn the driver with a faster flash rate if only one of them fails. Without that warning the vehicle may not meet the FMVSS 108 intensity requirement and may not alert other road users to a turn or… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Jerky low-speed shifts and hesitation when cold, 2.0L EcoBoost (owner reports)?
Owners of 2.0L EcoBoost Mavericks report bucking, jerky or clunky low-speed shifts and hesitation in the first minutes of driving when the truck is cold, which fade once it is warm. One owner says a dealer found no problem and called it normal; others in the same threads point to… Severity: low.
What is the 2022-2025 Ford Maverick Check engine light with code P0402 from a failed EGR pressure sensor, Maverick Hybrid — Ford program 25M03?
On some Maverick Hybrids the check engine light comes on with fault code P0402 (EGR flow excessive) because the exhaust gas recirculation differential pressure sensor has failed. Ford has extended coverage for this part. Applies to: 2022–2025 Ford Maverick with the 2.5L Hybrid bu… Severity: low.
What is the 2022-2025 Ford Maverick Tailgate won't open from the release handle — bulletin 25-2430?
On some Mavericks the tailgate cannot be opened from its release handle. Ford attributes this to damaged threads in one or both tailgate latch actuating rods. Applies to: 2022–2025 Ford Maverick built on or before July 12, 2025, North American market, all engines and trims. Severity: low.
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