The 2026 Ford Maverick's low safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 3 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V8630002025-12-12

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL

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."

A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V8840002025-18-12

STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.

An instrument panel cover separation can cause pieces of the cover to strike occupants, increasing the risk injury during a crash.

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26V1570002026-17-03

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

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.

A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V3400002026-27-05

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

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.

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2026 Ford Maverick has accumulated 3 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system,unknown or other,service brakes leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System,unknown Or Other,service Brakes1

02Unknown Or Other,visibility/wiper1

03Visibility/wiper1

3 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Maverick Fuel Economy

23–38mpg combined

21-42city

27-35hwy

$1,800-$2,950/yr

With 7 configurations tested, the 2026 Ford Maverick ranges from 23 to 38 MPG combined. That's a 15 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Maverick HEV FWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

38mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

42 city35 hwy~$1,800/yr7/10 Clean

Maverick HEV AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

37mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

40 city34 hwy~$1,800/yr7/10 Clean

Maverick Lariat HEV AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

36mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

39 city32 hwy~$1,900/yr7/10 Clean

Maverick FWD - Automatic 8-spd

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,600/yr5/10 Average

Maverick AWD - Automatic 8-spd

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

22 city30 hwy~$2,700/yr5/10 Average

Maverick Lobo AWD - Automatic (S8)

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

21 city30 hwy~$2,800/yr5/10 Average

Maverick Tremor AWD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

21 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2026 Ford Maverick

38States

29%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 13% of listings are there. But with 38 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

2,04513%

CACalifornia

1,5039%

FLFlorida

1,1387%

PAPennsylvania

8225%

MIMichigan

8005%

MOMissouri

6974%

GAGeorgia

6524%

AZArizona

6094%

DEDelaware

5694%

WAWashington

4473%

OHOhio

4293%

DCWashington DC

4273%

NCNorth Carolina

4203%

ILIllinois

3842%

MDMaryland

3692%

TN319

CO305

MN262

OR258

NH221

OK221

AL207

UT206

IA191

IN184

VA179

NV174

RI141

KY139

NM137

NY134

NJ127

ID119

KS116

AR110

ME109

MA104

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2026.

2026 Ford Maverick: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2026 Ford Maverick a good car to buy?

The 2026 Ford Maverick has its strengths and its watch-outs. 4 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report electrical system,unknown or other,service brakes as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2026 Ford Maverick?

Yes, 4 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2026 Ford Maverick?

Depending on configuration, the 2026 Ford Maverick delivers 23–38 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2026 Ford Maverick?

Out of 3 owner complaints, electrical system,unknown or other,service brakes issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2026 compare to other Ford Maverick years?

Each Ford Maverick model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Maverick overview page.

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