repaired · 2026 Q3
Control arm: lower ball joint
Do not driveNewRisk. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Ford MaverickProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 83 owner complaints about the 2023 Ford Maverick, most often about the power train. It is covered by 21 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-442 the manufacturer reports only 59% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Ford Maverick has problems
83 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Power train
15Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
10Suspension
8Structure
8Engine
8Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
5Steering
4Visibility/wiper
4Service brakes
2314 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 20 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 15 | 1 |
| Suspension | 10 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 8 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| 14 other systems | 23 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
21 recalls
2023 Ford Maverick recalls and how many were fixed
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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
NewRisk. Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users,…
no report yet
Electrical: engine block heater
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine
Risk. An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: body control module/bcm
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Body control module: software
Risk. Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Body control module: software
Risk. A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal cannot notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
Risk. Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Body control module: software
Risk. Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Electrical system: body control module/bcm
Risk. 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…
repaired · 2026 Q1
Tires
Risk. A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Body control module: software
Risk. A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Engine
Risk. An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Exterior lighting: tail lights
Risk. Trailer taillights that do not illuminate as intended can increase 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.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Maverick year
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 median. How we score
'70'71'72'73'74'75'76'77'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Ford Maverick safety ratings
2023 Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2023 Ford Maverick, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerLed to recall 25V-019
- Frozen Rear-view Camera ImageOpen
In owners' words
What Maverick owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I own a 2023 Ford Maverick XLT (VIN [VIN]). On September 9, 2025, at 79,837 miles, Ford of Montebello replaced both front halfshafts because of premature wear of the internal components. I paid $1,187.05 out of pocket (work order FOCS308705). Ford itself has acknowledged this exact defect. Customer…
Vibration and shrouding under light and heavy acceleration, the harder the acceleration the stronger the vibration, feels like truck is falling apart.
During acceleration from 40-60 miles per hour, there was a pronounced vibration/shudder through the front end of the vehicle. After taking it to the dealership, they advised both front axles would need to be replaced. The catastrophic failure of an axle is likely to cause a car crash. The problem…
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