Ford Maverick recalls

49 official safety recalls for the Ford Maverick from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Vehicle joints may be improperly tightened
Reported August 25, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V55000023 vehicles affected
Improperly tightened joints may lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, reduced crash protection, electrical failure or loss of stability, increasing crash or fire risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten joints or repair or replace retention parts as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
Consequence
Improperly tightened vehicle joints may lead to a loss of vehicle control, electrical failure, or detached parts, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 26, 2026.
Front control arm ball joint may disconnect
Reported May 27, 2026Model years 2022–2026NHTSA campaign 26V3400004,653 vehicles affected
Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.
An incorrectly installed or repaired front lower control arm ball joint may let the control arm disconnect from the wheel knuckle, causing loss of control. Do not drive until repaired. Dealers will inspect and repair the ball joints as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
Consequence
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.
Engine block heater may overheat
Reported April 14, 2026Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 26V23900055 vehicles affected
The engine block heater may overheat while plugged in when the vehicle is parked, increasing the risk of fire. Do not plug it in until repaired. Dealers will replace the heater and inspect and replace the cord as needed, free of charge. An option is to replace the heater element with a threaded plug and remove the cord.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Consequence
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, and inspect and replace the electrical cord if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have an alternative option to replace the engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V343. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 14, 2026.
Passenger sensor may detect occupants incorrectly
Reported March 31, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V2010003,170 vehicles affected
The front passenger occupant sensor may fail to detect an adult or child correctly, causing the air bag not to deploy as intended and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Defect
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."
Consequence
Failure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C19. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
Moonroof glass may detach
Reported March 17, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V157000323 vehicles affected
The moonroof glass may not be bonded correctly to its frame and could detach, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the glass and replace it if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect
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.
Consequence
A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass and replace the glass if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S18. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 18, 2026.
Exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail
Reported March 3, 2026Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 26V12200047,804 vehicles affected
The exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail, causing an unexpected loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the valve free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Trailer module may lose communication
Reported February 20, 2026Model years 2022–2026NHTSA campaign 26V1040004,381,878 vehicles affected
When towing, the integrated trailer module may lose communication with the vehicle, causing trailer brake or turn signal lights to fail or trailer braking to be lost. This can reduce control and visibility, increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will install new module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Defect
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."
Consequence
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Instrument panel cover may separate when air bag deploys
Reported December 18, 2025Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 25V8840006,897 vehicles affected
The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploys, and pieces could strike occupants, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will replace the cover free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.
Consequence
An instrument panel cover separation can cause pieces of the cover to strike occupants, increasing the risk injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SE7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 19, 2025.
Hybrid software may shift the vehicle into neutral
Reported December 18, 2025Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 25V88100087 vehicles affected
The hybrid powertrain control module software may unexpectedly shift the vehicle into neutral, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
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.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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).
Park module may fail to lock in Park
Reported December 12, 2025Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 25V863000272,645 vehicles affected
The integrated park module may fail to lock the vehicle in Park, allowing it to roll away and increasing crash risk. The park module software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
Defect
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."
Consequence
A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The park module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2026.
Cylinder head may leak oil
Reported December 1, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V8280006 vehicles affected
An improperly manufactured cylinder head may cause its ball plugs to fail and leak oil. Oil contacting hot engine or exhaust parts may cause a fire; oil loss may also seize the engine and cause loss of power. Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Consequence
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.
Brake booster may overheat and lose assist
Reported November 14, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V7870002 vehicles affected
The electric brake booster's ECU cover may overheat the circuit board, causing loss of stability control systems or brake power assist and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the electric brake booster free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and Escape vehicles. The cover for the electric brake booster's ECU may cause the printed circuit board to overheat and result in a loss of vehicle stability control systems (anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control) or a loss of brake power assist.
Consequence
Loss of vehicle stability control or brake power assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electric brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC6. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 17, 2025.
Engine block heater may leak coolant and short
Reported October 10, 2025Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 25V68500059,006 vehicles affected
The engine block heater may crack and leak coolant, causing an electrical short when plugged in and increasing fire risk. Do not plug it in until repaired. Dealers will replace the heater free of charge, or offer a replacement element with a blanking plug and removal of the electrical cord.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
Rearview camera image may be blank or remain on screen
Reported June 27, 2025Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 25V442000200,237 vehicles affected
A software error may make the rearview camera image blank or leave it displayed after backing. A blank image reduces the view behind the vehicle; an image that remains on screen may distract the driver. Both can increase crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Consequence
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Air bag indicator light may come loose
Reported June 9, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V35000063,898 vehicles affected
The dashboard air bag indicator light may be loose or dislodged and not visible, so occupants may not be warned that an air bag is deactivated. Dealers will install retaining clips free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick vehicles. The air bag indicator light on the dashboard may be loose or dislodged, and not visible to occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
The air bag indicator light may fail to warn occupants of a deactivated air bag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install air bag indicator light retaining clips, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C17.
Engine failure may cause an engine compartment fire
Reported May 23, 2025Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 25V3450001,809 vehicles affected
If the engine fails, oil and fuel vapour may collect near hot engine or exhaust parts and cause a fire, increasing injury risk. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
Engine block heater may overheat
Reported May 23, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V3430006,781 vehicles affected
The engine block heater may overheat while the vehicle is parked and plugged in, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the heater element and inspect and replace the electrical cord if needed, free of charge. Alternatively, the heater element can be replaced with a threaded blanking plug and the cord removed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Consequence
An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.
Control modules may fail to detect low battery charge
Reported March 14, 2025Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 25V15800048,041 vehicles affected
The control modules may fail to detect a low 12-volt battery charge, which can disable electrical accessories such as hazard lights or cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will recalibrate both modules free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Consequence
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 crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Hybrid powertrain software may shift vehicle into neutral
Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 25V133000207 vehicles affected
The hybrid powertrain control module software may unexpectedly shift the vehicle into neutral, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Trailer brakes may fail to operate
Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 25V13200010,952 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent a towed trailer's electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes from working, extending stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the trailer brake control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Consequence
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Control modules may fail to detect low battery charge
Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 25V1270002 vehicles affected
The control modules may fail to detect a change in 12-volt battery charge. A low charge may disable electrical accessories such as hazard lights or cause a loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the power train control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-590. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Consequence
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 crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the power train control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S13.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Brake lights may illuminate without braking
Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 25V124000141 vehicles affected
The ABS module may cause the brake lights to turn on when the driver is not braking, which may confuse other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the ABS module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-730. Under certain circumstances, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) module may cause the brake lights to illuminate without the driver applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software in the ABS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C07.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Instrument panel may not illuminate warning lights or gauges
Reported February 28, 2025Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 25V123000933 vehicles affected
The instrument panel may not properly illuminate gauges or warning lights, hiding critical safety information and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the instrument panel software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-140. The instrument panel cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208.
Consequence
An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C06.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rear tail lights may turn off unexpectedly
Reported February 14, 2025Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 25V0950002,711 vehicles affected
The body control module may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights, reducing the vehicle's visibility to other drivers and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-293. The body control module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Consequence
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S07.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rear turn signal failure may not be indicated
Reported February 14, 2025Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 25V0940001,635 vehicles affected
If a rear turn signal stops working, the vehicle may not change its flash rate to warn the driver. A failed signal may not notify other drivers of a turn, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-848. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal has failed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal cannot notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
12-volt battery may suddenly fail
Reported January 17, 2025Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 25V019000272,817 vehicles affected
The 12-volt battery may degrade and suddenly fail, causing loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights or loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V-267 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Child seat tether anchors may not secure a seat
Reported October 18, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V7780006 vehicles affected
Incomplete thread engagement may prevent the second-row tether anchors from properly securing a child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence
A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C33.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera image may freeze in reverse
Reported September 13, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V684000273,701 vehicles affected
The rearview camera image may freeze while reversing, reducing the driver's rear visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the radio software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Ford Maverick vehicles equipped with Connected Touch Radios (CTR). The rearview camera image may freeze when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Connected Touch Radio (CTR) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S59.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Windshield wiper motor may fail
Reported August 9, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V59400086,852 vehicles affected
The front windshield wiper motor may stop working, reducing visibility in some conditions and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the motor as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Control modules may miss low battery charge
Reported August 9, 2024Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 24V590000757 vehicles affected
The body and powertrain control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery charge. This can disable electrical accessories such as hazard lights or cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will recalibrate both modules, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Consequence
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 crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S50.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Hybrid software may shift vehicle into neutral
Reported May 10, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V3300009,312 vehicles affected
Hybrid powertrain control software may shift the vehicle into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear tail lights may turn off
Reported April 26, 2024Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 24V293000242,669 vehicles affected
A software issue may deactivate one or both rear tail lights, reducing the vehicle's visibility to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Consequence
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Control modules may miss low battery charge
Reported April 12, 2024Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 24V267000456,565 vehicles affected
The control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery charge. A low charge may disable electrical accessories such as hazard lights or cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will recalibrate the modules free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Consequence
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 crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Tire and loading label may show incorrect information
Reported April 12, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V2660009 vehicles affected
The label may show incorrect vehicle capacity, tire pressure, or spare tire size. This may lead to overloading and increase crash risk. Ford will mail new labels free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The tire and loading information label may state the incorrect vehicle capacity, tire pressure, and spare tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
Incorrect tire and capacity information may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will mail new labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Tires may be manufactured incorrectly
Reported March 22, 2024Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 24V223000115 vehicles affected
Incorrectly manufactured tires may cause a loss of handling and control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles. The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Consequence
A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel tank pinch joint may leak
Reported March 8, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V185000217 vehicles affected
An open joint in the fuel tank can allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of fire if it reaches an ignition source. Dealers will replace the fuel tanks free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tanks may have an open pinch joint between the two molds, which can allow fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine immediately if a fuel leak is detected or the Malfunction Indicator Lamp illuminates. Dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S17.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Instrument cluster may not illuminate warnings
Reported February 23, 2024Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 24V14000062,813 vehicles affected
The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges, including critical information such as speed. Dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208.
Consequence
An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C01.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear turn signal failure may not change flash rate
Reported December 15, 2023Model years 2022–2024NHTSA campaign 23V848000189,814 vehicles affected
If a rear turn signal stops working, the flash rate may not change to warn the driver. Other drivers may not be alerted when the vehicle turns, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBS
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C41.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine failure may cause an engine compartment fire
Reported May 26, 2023Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 23V380000125,322 vehicles affected
Engine failure may release oil and fuel vapour into the engine compartment, where it can build up near hot components and cause a fire. Dealers will replace the engine long-block or update the powertrain control module software, replacing the long-block if a connecting rod bearing failure is detected. Repairs are free.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will replace the engine long-block in 2023 Escape and Corsair vehicles. For the other vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. If a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, dealers will replace the engine long-block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S27. This recall expands and replaces recall number 22V-484. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Trailer taillights may not illuminate
Reported March 10, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V1600002,716 vehicles affected
A missing electrical circuit may prevent trailer taillights from illuminating when using the trailer tow connector, increasing crash risk. Dealers will add a circuit to the engine bay wiring harness free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick vehicles. A missing electrical circuit may cause the trailer taillights to not illuminate as intended when utilizing the vehicle trailer tow electrical connector. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Trailer taillights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add an electrical circuit to the engine bay wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Brake lights may illuminate without braking
Reported September 30, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V73000011,239 vehicles affected
The ABS module may cause the brake lights to illuminate when the driver is not braking, which may confuse other drivers and increase crash risk. Dealers will update the ABS module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. Under certain circumstances, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) module may cause the brake lights to illuminate without the driver applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software in the ABS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C24.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Side curtain air bags may not deploy properly
Reported August 8, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V59400064,974 vehicles affected
The side curtain air bags may not deploy properly, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will replace both side curtain air bag modules with a new design free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The side-curtain air bags may not deploy properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence
Improper deployment of an air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right side-curtain air bag modules with a new design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine failure may cause an engine compartment fire
Reported July 7, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V484000100,689 vehicles affected
If the engine fails, oil and fuel vapour may collect near hot engine or exhaust parts and ignite, causing an engine compartment fire and increasing injury risk. If there are unexpected engine noises, reduced power or smoke, owners should park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible. Dealers will modify the under-engine shield and active grille shutter free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS:ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair, and 2022 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will modify the under engine shield and active grille shutter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S47.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Trailer brakes may fail to operate
Reported March 25, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V193000391,836 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent a towed trailer's electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes from working, extending stopping distance and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the trailer brake control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Consequence
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear seat belt buckles may be improperly attached
Reported December 16, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V9790002,622 vehicles affected
Improperly attached rear seat belt buckles may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will repair the buckle attachments, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence
Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C36.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel tank may be damaged and leak
Reported December 16, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V9760005,456 vehicles affected
Drill holes made during bed liner installation may have damaged the fuel tank. A leak could increase fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the tank as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tank may have been damaged by drill holes during the installation of the spray-in bed-liner. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Consequence
A damaged fuel tank may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C35.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Throttle may stick fully open
Reported September 26, 2012DVSA recall R/2012/0921,526 vehicles affected
Insufficient clearance between the engine cover and speed control cable may cause the throttle to stick when the accelerator is fully or almost fully depressed. The engine cover will be modified and a revised stud and grommet assembly installed to increase clearance.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THROTTLE MAY STICK IN THE FULLY OPEN POSITION
Defect
On affected vehicles there may be inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable which could cause the throttle to stick when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost fully depressed.
Remedy
The engine cover will be modified as detailed in the associated service instructions and a revised rear stud and grommet assembly installed to raise the cover to provide additional clearance.
Front seat belt buckle may not latch
Reported February 25, 2004Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2004/0151,757 vehicles affected
The driver's or front passenger's seat belt buckle may not latch or may not stay latched. New seat belts will be fitted where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELT MAY NOT LATCH
Defect
It is possible that the driver and/or front seat passenger seat belt buckle cannot be latched or will not remain latched.
Remedy
Fit new seat belts where necessary.
Oil contamination may stop the brake lights working
Reported November 1, 2002Model years 2000–2002DVSA recall R/2002/1352,072 vehicles affected
Oil from the brake pedal bracket may contaminate the stop lamp switch and prevent the brake lights from illuminating. The bracket will be cleaned and a new switch fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STOP LAMPS MAY FAIL TO ILLUMINATE
Defect
Oil residue from the brake pedal bracket may contaminate the stop lamp switch and cause the stop lamps to fail.
Remedy
Clean the oil residue from the brake pedal bracket and fit a new stop lamp switch.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Ford Maverick

Vehicle joints may be improperly tightened

Front control arm ball joint may disconnect

Engine block heater may overheat

Passenger sensor may detect occupants incorrectly

Moonroof glass may detach

Exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail

Trailer module may lose communication

Instrument panel cover may separate when air bag deploys

Hybrid software may shift the vehicle into neutral

Park module may fail to lock in Park

Cylinder head may leak oil

Brake booster may overheat and lose assist

Engine block heater may leak coolant and short

Rearview camera image may be blank or remain on screen

Air bag indicator light may come loose

Engine failure may cause an engine compartment fire

Engine block heater may overheat

Control modules may fail to detect low battery charge

Hybrid powertrain software may shift vehicle into neutral

Trailer brakes may fail to operate

Control modules may fail to detect low battery charge

Brake lights may illuminate without braking

Instrument panel may not illuminate warning lights or gauges

Rear tail lights may turn off unexpectedly

Rear turn signal failure may not be indicated

12-volt battery may suddenly fail

Child seat tether anchors may not secure a seat

Rearview camera image may freeze in reverse

Windshield wiper motor may fail

Control modules may miss low battery charge

Hybrid software may shift vehicle into neutral

Rear tail lights may turn off

Control modules may miss low battery charge

Tire and loading label may show incorrect information

Tires may be manufactured incorrectly

Fuel tank pinch joint may leak

Instrument cluster may not illuminate warnings

Rear turn signal failure may not change flash rate

Engine failure may cause an engine compartment fire

Trailer taillights may not illuminate

Brake lights may illuminate without braking

Side curtain air bags may not deploy properly

Engine failure may cause an engine compartment fire

Trailer brakes may fail to operate

Rear seat belt buckles may be improperly attached

Fuel tank may be damaged and leak

Throttle may stick fully open

Front seat belt buckle may not latch

Oil contamination may stop the brake lights working