Electrical system: wiring
NewRisk. A loss of drive power, power brake assist, power steering assist, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 468 owner complaints about the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily.
468 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 158 | 4 |
| Engine | 147 | 2 |
| Power train | 140 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 97 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 24 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 23 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 20 | 0 |
| Suspension | 15 | 0 |
| Air bags | 15 | 1 |
| 12 other systems | 51 | 7 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. A loss of drive power, power brake assist, power steering assist, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
31kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 20 electrical system complaints. 85% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 9% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Maverick Hybrid median. How we score
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid, and the recalls they led to.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the engine light turned on and off and then several unknown warning lights illuminated and the vehicle abruptly decelerated. The driver pulled over, and the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was then driven 20…
While driving, the dashboard very quickly flashed the words "Charging System Service Soon" so fast I almost couldn't read it. Normally messages remain on the screen until I acknowledge them, but this was not the case. This happened at least 3 times within 30 minutes. When I got home, I parked and…
the factory installed lead acid battery is not sufficient to support the electrical hybrid system. my vehicle died and went into deep sleep mode after 1 week of ownership ( i am the original owner). I was stranded in another state and had to call Ford roadside assistance to come jump start the…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.