Ford Maverick Hybrid Power Train Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 14, 2026 · 287 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 287 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Ford Maverick Hybrid across 5 model years. The 2022 model year has the most (140). The words owners use most often: “collision assist” (12% of reports).

What owners describe

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

  • Collision assist: mentioned in 34 of 287 complaints (12%)
  • Service engine: mentioned in 34 of 287 complaints (12%)
  • Malfunction reduced power: mentioned in 24 of 287 complaints (8%)
  • Limp mode: mentioned in 20 of 287 complaints (7%)

At what mileage do power train problems happen?

Based on 20 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles4 · 20%
10k–25k miles9 · 45%
25k–50k miles3 · 15%
50k–75k miles0 · 0%
75k–100k miles2 · 10%
100k–150k miles2 · 10%
150k+ miles0 · 0%

How serious are the reports?

Of 287 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 1 an injury.

Ford Maverick Hybrid power train complaints by model year

Peak: 2022, with 140 complaints
2022: 14020221402023: 11420231142024: 292024292025: 3202532026: 120261

n = 287 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearPower Train complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2026 Maverick Hybrid110%—
2025 Maverick Hybrid312%—
2024 Maverick Hybrid2928%15,000
2023 Maverick Hybrid11443%12,000
2022 Maverick Hybrid14030%28,000

When owners reported it

Peak: 2024, with 167 complaints
2022: 112022112023: 152023152024: 16720241672025: 622025622026: 32202632

n = 287 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (1)

Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Dec 18, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V881000 · 87 vehicles

Model years: 2022, 2023, 2024

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 15, 2026. This is an expansion of Recalls 24V330 (24S33) and 25V133 (25S16).

What owners report

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

• Year: 2022 • Make: Ford • Model: Maverick • VIN: [XXX] • Current Mileage: 95,000 • Affected Component: Hybrid Powertrain / Electrical System / Propulsion System On Saturday, XXX, while driving my 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid at highway speeds, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete loss…

Received Oct 14, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11771079

Repair visit 1: Hybrid battery - august 24 2026 sensor fault. [Symptom, e.g. warning light on dash.] Repaired by dealer (Shawnee Mission Ford, Shawnee, KS). Repair visit 2: approx. 8,500 miles: sep 5 2026; Dealer diagnosed two problems at the same time: (1) emergency/parking brake sensor fault and…

Received Oct 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770211

The front 2024 Ford Maverick passenger CV axle has failed, currently leaking grease. Ford has not rolled out a recall for the 2024 Ford Maverick, unlike the prior Maverick years. The vehicle produces the same symptoms as described in the 2022 recall of Ford Mavericks with aggressive shaking from…

Received Oct 5, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769120

Bad CV axel causing shimmy and vibration while driving. The vibration makes the uneven tire wear, replace 4 tires around 21,000 miles. Battery getting low message all the times causing dangerous while driving.

Received Oct 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11768207

Front axles are defective. Causes severe vibration under load. Dealer repaired under warranty however this is a wide spread issue and a recall should be issued. 2023 Maverick LXT 44K miles.

Received Sep 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11767651

Frequently asked questions

Do all Ford Maverick Hybrids have power train problems?

No. NHTSA has 287 owner complaints about power train 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 power train?

Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.

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

The most frequent phrase is “collision assist”, in 34 of 287 complaints, followed by “service engine” (34).

Other Ford Maverick Hybrid problems

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