2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 267 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (114 reports).

1Recalls
267Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid recalls

Vehicle may shift into neutral and lose drive power

Recall 25V881Dec 18, 202587 vehicles affected

The hybrid powertrain control module software in certain hybrid vehicles can cause the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.

Most common 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid problems

Problem areas named in the 267 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train114
Electrical System83
Engine77
Unknown Or Other39
Forward Collision Avoidance37
Service Brakes31
Vehicle Speed Control30
Fuel/Propulsion System16
Suspension9
Back Over Prevention8

What owners report

2026-10-27, Unknown Or Other
Rear View/Backup Camera Camera freezes when vehicle is moving in reverse. The frozen image leads me to think I am farther away from objects or people than I really am. The vehicle has had the associated recall completed without success and has been in Ford dealership shops six other times to try to fix the issue, again, without success. The problem has been happening since day one of owning the vehicle.
2026-10-14, Engine
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 the engine revved up so because I was concerned I made sure I stayed where I was with my foot on the break until the engine came back down to the proper idle.
2026-10-09, Steering
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel independently turned to the right. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle was uncontrollable. The vehicle crashed into four other vehicles before coming to a stop. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. A Police report was filed, but the information was unavailable. The contact received medical treatment. The contact had pain and bruises in the left and right shoulders an
2026-10-08, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. While starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light unexpectedly illuminated. The failure mileage was 61,000.
2026-10-01, Power Train
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.

2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid questions

Does the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid: Vehicle may shift into neutral and lose drive power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid?

Based on 267 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (114), Electrical System (83), Engine (77).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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