Which year to buy
Best bet2024Fewest serious problems: 0.6× usual
Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy
AvoidNoneNo year stands out as bad
Be careful2022More problems; check the recalls were done
Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2022CAREFULSerious complaints 2.1× usual, mostly power train and engine
458 serious complaints of 616, the most about power train (179) and engine (163); per car on the road, 2.1× this model's usual year. 28 recalls. 65% of complaints were filed right after a recall.
What owners report
“I was driving down the freeway and my truck when into reduced power mode, displaying " Powertrain malfunction/Reduced power, engine service soon, and precollision assistance not available". This ended up slowing me rapidly from 65 down to under 20 miles. I almost had a semi slam into the back of me missing me by inches.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the power train, May 2024
“The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Apr 2024
Fixes and extended coverage
- Repair program Customer Satisfaction Program 24N04 – Supplement #1 Certain 2021-2023 Model Year F-150 HEV and 2022-2023 Model Year Maverick HEV Vehicles Replacement of Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery System If Failed (24N04-, Mar 2025)
- Repair program Customer Satisfaction Program 24N08 - Supplement #1 Certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, Escape, Mach-E, and 2022-2024 Maverick Vehicles Driver’s Side Seat Buckle Replacement (24N08, Apr 2025)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
616 owner complaints · 28 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 25–37 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2022 trims and features
Every Maverick year's verdict →
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2022
First year we have trim data for.
2022 Maverick trims
| Lariat | XL | XLT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | from $25,860 | from $19,995 | from $22,280 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 2.0L EcoBoost FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 2.5L Hybrid | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 2.0L EcoBoost FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 2.5L Hybrid | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 2.0L EcoBoost FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 2.5L Hybrid |
| Horsepower | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 250 hp FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 191 hp | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 250 hp FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 191 hp | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 250 hp FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 191 hp |
| Torque | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 277 lb-ft FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: — | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 277 lb-ft FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: — | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 277 lb-ft FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: — |
| Transmission | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: — FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: PowerSplit Electronic Continuously Variable Transmission | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: — FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: PowerSplit Electronic Continuously Variable Transmission | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: — FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: PowerSplit Electronic Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Gears | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 8 FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: — | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 8 FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: — | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 8 FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: — |
| Drivetrain | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4 / FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4 / FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4 / FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4 / FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4 / FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4 / FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 25 mpg FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 26 mpg FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 37 mpg | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 25 mpg FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 26 mpg FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 37 mpg | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 25 mpg FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 26 mpg FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 37 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,000 lb + option | 2,000 lb + option | 2,000 lb + option |
| Ground clearance | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 8.6 in FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: — FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 8.3 in | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 8.6 in FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: — FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 8.3 in | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 8.6 in FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: — FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 8.3 in |
| Length | 199.7 in | 199.7 in | 199.7 in |
| Curb weight | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 3,731 lb FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 3,563 lb FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 3,674 lb | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 3,731 lb FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 3,563 lb FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 3,674 lb | AWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 3,731 lb FWD EcoBoost 2.0L I4: 3,563 lb FWD 2.5L I4 Hybrid: 3,674 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Digital gauge cluster | 6.5 in | 4.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Parking sensors | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Cloth |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start | App-Based Remote Start |
| Second row | Bench Seat | Bench Seat | Bench Seat |
Packages and options (72)
| Lariat | XL | XLT | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4K Tow Package $745 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Engine Block Heater $90 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Equipment Group 100A | — | Standard | — |
| Equipment Group 300A | — | — | Standard |
| Equipment Group 500A | Standard | — | — |
| First Edition Package $1,495 | — | — | — |
| FX4 Off-Road Package $800 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Lariat Luxury Package | — | — | — |
| XLT Luxury Package $2,500 | — | — | — |
| 2.0L EcoBoost Engine $1,085 | — | — | — |
| Aeroskin Hood Deflectors – Smoke $110 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aeroskin Hood Deflectors – Textured $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bed Extender $370 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bed Mat – Removable $140 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bed Tray Liner $180 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bedliner - Hard Drop-In $375 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bedliner - Spray-In $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Bed Net $70 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Commercial Roadside Assist Kit $220 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Front License Plate Bracket | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Manual Rear Sliding Window with Privacy Glass $155 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Power Moonroof | Optional | Optional | — |
| Protective Film Hood/Fenders $360 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards, Molded, Front and Rear (4-Piece) $180 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tailgate Lock (Theft Prevention Hinge Lock) $40 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tonneau Pickup Box Cover - Hard Rollup $1,160 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tonneau Pickup Box Cover - Hard Trifold $1,160 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tonneau Pickup Box Cover – Soft Folding $560 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tool Box Swing Case - Driver Side $280 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tool Box Swing Case - Passenger Side $280 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| TouchLink Truck Bed Lighting by Lumens $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailer Hitch Receiver with 4-Pin Connector $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailer Towing Hitch $140 | — | — | — |
| Wheel Lock Kit $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Window Air Deflector (4-Piece) $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Yakima Bed Rail Mounted Cross Bars $800 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ash Cup/Coin Holder $40 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Console Vault $390 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First-Aid Kit $40 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power 8-Way Driver Seat (Fleet Only) $285 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Floor Liners, Front and Rear (without Carpet Mats) $135 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Floor Liners, Front and Rear (with Front Carpet Floor Mats) $175 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 400W Inverter with One (1) Location (Cab Only) $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $70 | — | Optional | — |
| Smoker's Package $70 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot Removal $-20 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lamps, Non-Configurable (Fleet Only) $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 | — | — | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors $260 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 17” Wheel with Aggressive A/T Tire | Optional | — | Optional |
| 17-in. Aluminum Wheel | — | Optional | Optional |
| 17-in. Painted Aluminum Wheel | — | — | Standard |
| 17-in. Steel Wheel Painted Sparkle Silver | — | Standard | — |
| 17-in. Unique Aluminum Wheel | — | — | Optional |
| 18-in. Black Painted Wheel $795 | Optional | — | — |
| 18-in. Bright Aluminum Wheel | Standard | — | — |
| Full Size Spare Tire $115 | — | — | — |
| Mini Spare Tire | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alto Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat $390 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Area 51 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cactus Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carbonized Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cyber Orange Metallic Tri-Coat $495 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Hot Pepper Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat $390 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Iconic Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oxford White | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat $495 | — | — | — |
| Shadow Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Velocity Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Onyx / Medium Dark Slate | — | Optional | — |
| Desert Brown | Optional | — | — |
| Navy Pier / Medium Slate | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: powertrain, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | 4WD, FWD | 23–38 mpg | Not rated | 7 | 13 | Service brakes (4) | — |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | 4WD, FWD | 23–38 mpg | 4 of 5 | 12 | 48 | Electrical system (12) | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 21–37 mpg | 4 of 5 | 15 | 175 | Power train (46) | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid | AWD, FWD | 21–37 mpg | 4 of 5 | 21 | 344 | Power train (133) | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 250 hp 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, 162 hp | AWD, FWD | 25–37 mpg | 4 of 5 | 28 | 616 | Electrical system (200) | Yes |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingAWD or 4WDHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated steering wheelRemote startSunroof or moonroof
Apple lists CarPlay for: Maverick 2022–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | FORD MAVERICK HEV PU/CC HEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 8 |
| 2026 | FORD MAVERICK HEV PU/CC HEV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 8 |
| 2026 | FORD MAVERICK PU/CC N/A AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 7 | 5 |
| 2026 | FORD MAVERICK PU/CC N/A FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 7 | 5 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick Early Release PU/CC AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 12 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick Early Release PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 12 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick HEV Early Release PU/CC AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 0 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick HEV Early Release PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 0 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick HEV Later Release PU/CC AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 0 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick HEV Later Release PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 0 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick Later Release PU/CC AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 12 | 24 |
| 2025 | Ford Maverick Later Release PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 12 | 24 |
| 2024 | Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 15 | 72 |
| 2024 | Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 15 | 72 |
| 2024 | Ford Maverick HEV PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 1 | 103 |
| 2023 | Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 21 | 265 |
| 2023 | Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 21 | 265 |
| 2023 | Ford Maverick HEV PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Optional | 1 | 79 |
| 2022 | Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 28 | 150 |
| 2022 | Ford Maverick PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 28 | 150 |
| 2022 | Ford Maverick HEV PU/CC FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 466 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Maverick AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2026 | Maverick FWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2026 | Maverick HEV AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2026 | Maverick HEV FWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2026 | Maverick Lariat HEV AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2026 | Maverick Lobo AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2026 | Maverick Tremor AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2025 | Maverick AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2025 | Maverick HEV AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2025 | Maverick HEV FWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 38 |
| 2025 | Maverick Lobo AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2025 | Maverick Tremor AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2024 | Maverick AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2024 | Maverick FWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2024 | Maverick HEV FWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2024 | Maverick Tremor AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2023 | Maverick AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2023 | Maverick FWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2023 | Maverick HEV FWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
| 2023 | Maverick Tremor AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2022 | Maverick AWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2022 | Maverick FWD | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2022 | Maverick HEV FWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 37 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.