Ford Maverick Hybrid Engine Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 14, 2026 · 246 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 246 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Ford Maverick Hybrid across 4 model years. The 2022 model year has the most (147). The words owners use most often: “collision assist” (13% of reports).

What owners describe

Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.

  • Collision assist: mentioned in 31 of 246 complaints (13%)
  • Service engine: mentioned in 31 of 246 complaints (13%)
  • Malfunction reduced power: mentioned in 19 of 246 complaints (8%)
  • Limp mode: mentioned in 16 of 246 complaints (7%)

At what mileage do engine problems happen?

Based on 24 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles11 · 46%
10k–25k miles8 · 33%
25k–50k miles4 · 17%
50k–75k miles0 · 0%
75k–100k miles1 · 4%
100k–150k miles0 · 0%
150k+ miles0 · 0%

How serious are the reports?

Of 246 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 2 an injury.

Ford Maverick Hybrid engine complaints by model year

Peak: 2022, with 147 complaints
2022: 14720221472023: 772023772024: 192024192025: 320253

n = 246 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearEngine complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2025 Maverick Hybrid312%—
2024 Maverick Hybrid1918%4,250
2023 Maverick Hybrid7729%12,250
2022 Maverick Hybrid14731%16,500

When owners reported it

Peak: 2024, with 149 complaints
2022: 162022162023: 432023432024: 14920241492025: 292025292026: 920269

n = 246 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (0)

No safety recall lists engine for the Ford Maverick Hybrid. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.

What owners report

Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.

I’ve been noticing that when I am on the freeway and I am increasing my speed to highway speed and between 55 mph to 65 mph the vehicle vibrates like possible suspension issue. This morning at about 2:13 AM when I had just got to a stop sign and my foot was physically on the break. I noticed that…

Received Oct 14, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11771028

Engine long block assembly needed replacement. TPMS continues to fail. Axles make vehicle shake when going freeway speeds.

Received Sep 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11766429

What component or system failed, and is it available for inspection? The right frame engine mount, differential/rear mount, and upper engine mount were all torn or broken. Both front CV axle shafts also needed replacement. Repaired 8/17/2026 by Miami County Auto, Louisburg, KS (invoice #13092). No…

Received Aug 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11760577

While driving at normal speeds. Car completely stopped working. Dashboard flashed to get to safe area. I could not shift the car neutral. Steering became stiff. The lights and infotainment was still on but the car had no power to accelerate. Had this been on the highway I would have been in a…

Received Jun 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11743262

Eninge started knocking, flashed warnings to pull over immediately. I did and had the vehicle towed to Westway Ford in Irving. Their investigation showed the engine needs a full rebuild and they are claiming it is not covered under warranty. They shared pictures & a written repair estimate. Doing…

Received Jun 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741298

Frequently asked questions

Do all Ford Maverick Hybrids have engine problems?

No. NHTSA has 246 owner complaints about engine for the Ford Maverick Hybrid. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.

Was there a recall on the Ford Maverick Hybrid engine?

No recall currently lists engine for this vehicle.

What do owners say about engine problems on the Ford Maverick Hybrid?

The most frequent phrase is “collision assist”, in 31 of 246 complaints, followed by “service engine” (31).

Other Ford Maverick Hybrid problems

See all Ford Maverick Hybrid problems.