2025 Ford Maverick Problems: 10 Known Issues
2025 model year · 1,460+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,460+ owner reports, the 2025 Ford Maverick has 10 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are 2.5L Hybrid Exhaust Heat Exchanger (EGHR) Internal Crack — Coolant Burned Through Exhaust, P0128/P2C22/P237D ($900-$2,200 repair), Recall 26S10: EGR Valve Failure Can Cut Drive Power on 2025 Maverick and Integrated Park Module (IPM) Fails to Lock Transmission in Park — Rollaway Risk ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is 2.0L EcoBoost Cold-Start Hesitation and Bucking at Low Speeds with 780 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $900 to $5,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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."
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,460+ owner reports, the 2025 Ford Maverick has 10 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2.5L Hybrid Exhaust Heat Exchanger (EGHR) Internal Crack — Coolant Burned Through Exhaust, P0128/P2C22/P237D, Recall 26S10: EGR Valve Failure Can Cut Drive Power on 2025 Maverick, Integrated Park Module (IPM) Fails to Lock Transmission in Park — Rollaway Risk. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2025 Ford Maverick has 10 known issues documented across 1,460+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: 2.5L Hybrid Exhaust Heat Exchanger (EGHR) Internal Crack — Coolant Burned Through Exhaust, P0128/P2C22/P237D and Recall 26S10: EGR Valve Failure Can Cut Drive Power on 2025 Maverick and Integrated Park Module (IPM) Fails to Lock Transmission in Park — Rollaway Risk. 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.
Repair costs for known Ford Maverick issues range from $0 to $5,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, 2.5L Hybrid Exhaust Heat Exchanger (EGHR) Internal Crack — Coolant Burned Through Exhaust, P0128/P2C22/P237D, typically costs $900-$2,200 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
The exhaust gas heat exchanger (exhaust heat recovery unit) on the 2.5L Atkinson hybrid powertrain develops an internal crack from repeated thermal cycling, or its actuator circuit board fails after water ingress. Because the leak is internal, engine coolant is drawn into the exh… Repairs typically run $900-$2,200. Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
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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Ford is recalling certain 2025 Maverick compact pickups under campaign 26S10 for an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve that may fail. Per NHTSA, the failure produces an unexpected loss of drive power, and losing power with no warning increases the risk of a crash. This is one… Severity: high.
The integrated park module's mechanical locking pawl can bind to the slider responsible for positioning it into Park, so the transmission may fail to mechanically achieve Park within the required 2.9 seconds after the driver selects it. If the IPM fails to lock, the vehicle does… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
The 2022-2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid with the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle engine and eCVT (electronic continuously variable transmission) experiences intermittent shuddering, delayed engagement from stop, and unexpected transmission behavior. MaverickTruckClub.com documents cases of the tr… Repairs typically run $0-$5,000. Severity: medium.
The Maverick rear window (between the cab and bed) can develop water leaks where the seal does not fully adhere to the glass or body. Water enters the cab behind the rear seat, soaking the carpet, rear wall insulation, and potentially damaging wiring behind the cab wall. The leak… Repairs typically run $0-$300. Severity: medium.
A persistent and widely-reported complaint among 2022-2025 Ford Maverick EcoBoost owners is significant hesitation, stumbling, bucking, and jerky behavior at low speeds when the engine is cold - particularly during the first 0.5-1 mile of driving in cold weather. The 2.0L EcoBoos… Repairs typically run $0-$200. Severity: low.
The Maverick Hybrid CVT exhibits judder and hesitation during acceleration, particularly from a stop and during the transition between electric and gasoline power. The issue feels like a brief shudder or stumble as the gas engine engages, most noticeable during moderate accelerat… Repairs typically run $0-$4,000. Severity: low.
The Maverick unibody truck bed produces creaking, popping, and squeaking noises over bumps and during turns. The noises originate from the bed sides flexing against the cab and from bed liner/bedside contact points. The unibody construction (versus body-on-frame) means the bed is… Repairs typically run $0-$200. Severity: low.
The Ford Maverick Hybrid battery cooling fan, located under the rear seat, produces excessive noise ranging from a loud whirring to a high-pitched whine. The fan runs at high speed more frequently than expected, especially in warm weather, during charging, or after extended drivi… Repairs typically run $0-$650. Severity: low.
The Maverick SYNC 3 infotainment system experiences screen freezes, black screens, and unresponsive touch input. The system may freeze during navigation, go completely black while driving, or fail to boot on startup. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay disconnections are frequently as… Repairs typically run $0-$1,000. Severity: low.