CarRecallWatchThe 2026 Ford Maverick has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (2 reports).
2026 Ford Maverick recalls
Loose body joints may detach, raising crash and fire risk
Some 2026 Ford Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles may have body joints that were not tightened properly.
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.
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.
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.
Most common 2026 Ford Maverick problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
We were involved in a side impact accident which then sent us into the center divide where we went over 14 barrier posts. None of the air bags deployed at either impact
Customer Concern â Highway-Speed Vibration There is a noticeable, consistent vibration that begins at approximately 50 MPH and above and becomes most prevalent around 60 MPH. The vibration is present while maintaining a steady speed and does not appear to be related to acceleration or throttle input. The truck continues to track straight and does not noticeably pull to either side. There is also a slight rhythmic âdoot-doot-dootâ type noise noticeable at highway speeds when the radio is off. The rhythm appears to remain fairly constant rather than speeding up or slowing down.
I was driving with some gravel in the back and the trailer sway control came on causing it to brake and almost lose control on the interstate in front of a semi. This. Vehicle has never had a trailer attached and the nothing in the trailer plug and that still came on.
Description On your vehicle, the instrument panel ip upper section may detach from the passenger air bag chute doors during air bag deployment. The airbag is expected to otherwise deploy in position and restrain the occupant as designed. Safety Risk In the event of a crash in which the vehicle deploys the passenger airbag, a part of the ip upper section may detach and strike a vehicle occupant, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Parts are available to repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to replace the ip upper section free of charge. Next Steps Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
The info screen, Instrument cluster and backup camera are very dark, it's so dark you can't see the fuel level and engine temperature level, if I switch the headlamp switch to off the screen gets brighter in auto mode its dark, lately it's been flickering and going bright to dark. been to dealer 2x they say," no updates available, no stored codes, lights operating as designed no issues found'. I have checked other vehicles 2026 same year model and their instrument cluster and backup camera and info screen are very bright and clearly visible. I have spoken to service manager at dealer and filed a compilate with ford on 5/26.This is very dangerous there are many children in my neighborhood an
2026 Ford Maverick questions
Does the 2026 Ford Maverick have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2026 Ford Maverick: Loose body joints may detach, raising crash and fire risk; Front Control Arm May Detach, Risking Loss of Control; Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly in a Crash; Moonroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle; Trailer Brakes and Lights May Cut Out While Towing. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Ford Maverick?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (2), Unknown Or Other (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2026 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.