CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Ford Maverick has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (9 reports).
2025 Ford Maverick recalls
Front Control Arm May Detach, Risking Loss of Control
Some Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles may have front lower control arm ball joints that were incorrectly installed or repaired at the assembly plant.
Engine Block Heater May Overheat, Creating Fire Risk
Certain 2025 Ford Maverick and 2026 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater may have a block heater that overheats when the vehicle is parked with the heater plugged in.
Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly in a Crash
The occupant classification sensor for the front passenger seat may fail to correctly detect whether an adult or child is sitting there.
Moonroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle
The moonroof glass on certain vehicles may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame.
EGR Valve May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Power
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve in certain 2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may fail.
Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing
The integrated trailer module, which controls a trailer's brakes and lights, can lose communication with the vehicle while towing.
Dashboard Cover May Break Apart in Airbag Deployment
The instrument panel cover on the dashboard may separate when the airbag deploys.
Park Function May Fail, Allowing Vehicle to Roll Away
The integrated park module in certain electric vehicles may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park.
Engine Oil Leak Can Cause Fire or Engine Failure
The cylinder head on certain engines may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail and lead to an engine oil leak.
Brake Booster Overheating Can Cause Loss of Braking Assist
The cover for the electric brake booster's control unit can allow the circuit board inside to overheat.
Air Bag Warning Light May Not Be Visible to Occupants
The passenger air bag status indicator light on the dashboard may be loose or dislodged, so it may not be visible to occupants.
Block Heater May Overheat and Cause a Fire
The engine block heater on certain vehicles with a 1.5L or 2.0L engine may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Most common 2025 Ford Maverick problems
Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
Loud Knocking from engine, CEL illuminated flashing, loss in power and had an active misfire in cyl #2. Upon inspection cyl #2 Spark plug electrode broke off/melted into the cylinder causing a gauge in the cylinder. Vehicle is being dropped off to the dealer for most likely an engine replacement.
At 3k miles the turbocharger and parts within the transmission failed on my 2025 ford maverick, there were no warning lamps or messages on the dash but I had the symptoms of lack of power, the truck struggled to climb hills, it sounded like the turbo sound was coming through the air vents, and going uphill it almost stalled. I took it to one ford dealership who claimed it was normal operation before taking it to one of Fords commercial truck centers who diagnosed a turbo failure and various parts within the transmission have failed.
The contact's employer owns a 2025 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the pre-collision warning light suddenly activated, and the vehicle abruptly stopped. After pulling over and waiting for several minutes, the contact was able to continue driving. The contact also had whiplash from the failure, and medical attention was needed. The contact mentioned completing 12 sessions of physical therapy. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure reoccurred a week later while driving approximately 30 MPH. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage
2025 Ford Maverick XL EcoBoost AWD with 2,000 lb tow package. Vehicle displays an 'Engine Coolant Over Temperature' warning recurrently at idle and upon initial startup when ambient temperature is 84°F or above. The warning has occurred multiple times under these conditions. Most recently, the warning appeared while the vehicle was stationary at 0 MPH immediately before entering a highway, creating a safety concern. Vehicle currently has 3,911 miles. No prior dealer service visits for this issue. The problem appears to be temperature-dependent and repeatable. Warning is displayed on the instrument cluster with a red coolant temperature icon and the temperature gauge needle visible in the hi
A year ago while driving on the interstate, my Ford Maverick suddenly threw a "Stop Safely Now" alert. I was able to turn the ignition off and back on to safely exit the highway. The alert came back once I made it to a parking lot and stuck around for a while. I was able to get it started and drove to a Ford dealership that told me it was just a software update. The same issue happened 2 more times before I made it to my destination after leaving the dealership, showing that it actually wasn't caused by a missed software update. Returning from my trip it happened 4th time. Afterward, the issue seemed to go away. Now a year later I got in the Maverick to leave work and the alert came back. I
2025 Ford Maverick questions
Does the 2025 Ford Maverick have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2025 Ford Maverick: Front Control Arm May Detach, Risking Loss of Control; Engine Block Heater May Overheat, Creating Fire Risk; Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly in a Crash; Moonroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle; EGR Valve May Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford Maverick?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (9), Engine (6), Power Train (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Ford Maverick 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.