Model year

2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid

Pickup, hybrid, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Mexico. Owner complaints on file from Jun 3, 2026 to Sep 24, 2026.

Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints8Close to the median 2026 pickup
Severity index37.52026 pickups average 4.2
First 24 monthsOpenWindow has not closed yet
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

0246820268
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

25% of complaints about the 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid name electrical system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Electrical system
2
Brakes
2
Back-over prevention
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

No recall campaign lists the 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

8 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Sep 24, 2026Failure May 27, 2026Henderson, NVService brakesFire

    On May 27,2026, While flat towing the Maverick in Tow Neutral behind our motorhome, on the freeway, we were flagged down by a good Samaritan who urged us to exit the freeway immediately. My husband exited the freeway and found a safe place to park. I exited the motorhome to find fire emanating from all four wheels. The calipers were orange/red in color, fire was shooting from each wheel. The engine was so hot I suspected it would blow. I retrieved a fire extinguisher from the motorhome and deployed it extinguishing each wheel stopping the fire. An inspection by top level engineers and specialist inspected the vehicle to determine the root cause of the fire to no avail, results Inconclusive. at this point the insurance company wants to repair the car and put us back on the road. We are of the belief that this vehicle is unsafe and a possibly death trap.

    NHTSA complaint 11766721
  2. Filed Sep 24, 2026Failure Sep 21, 20263,900 milesWestern, FLBack over preventionCrash

    The contact owns a 2026 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear sensors failed to function as intended and the vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle. The contact stated that it was dark outside and raining during the failure. The contact was not sure if the rear-view camera was operable. The failure mileage was approximately 3,900.

    NHTSA complaint 11766596
  3. Filed Sep 10, 2026Failure May 29, 2026Montague, MIUnknown or otherCrash

    Brand new 2026 Ford Maverick with only 6,000 miles on it. Rear ended by another driver going 15mph and it caused $26,000 is damages to the Maverick which totaled it. This is a well known common issue in online forms that the uni body design this vehicle has is an issue. Vehicle should not be totaled from a 15mph rear impact. I can get you a copy of the repair estimate but do not have it at this time.

    NHTSA complaint 11763282
  4. Filed Sep 9, 2026Failure Aug 26, 2026520 milesKerrville, TXElectrical system

    The contact owns a 2026 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact stated that the failure had occurred because of the manufacturer's capability to access the computer system without the owner’s knowledge. The contact stated that when the manufacturer accessed the computer, the electronics were left on, which caused the battery to drain. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact was informed that the manufacturer access switch was deactivated; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 520.

    NHTSA complaint 11763101
  5. Filed Aug 3, 2026Failure Aug 3, 2026Alexandria, VAElectrical system

    8/3/26 at 0003 I received a message from the ford app that remote features were disabled to preserve battery. My truck would not turn on when I tried to start it, it was completely dead so then I got it jumped. At 1302 I received an error message for powertrain malfunction/ reduced power there was also a warning lamp for service on the dash. I brought the truck in today for service and waiting to hear back. The truck has roughly 3500 miles and I bought it new in april 2026, I drive daily and drove it the night before and did not have any issues. I did some research online and saw information for class action law suits for previous years on the maverick as well as people with similar issues. Inspection upon request would be available. My safety could have been put at risk if the battery died on the roadway causing a safety issue to myself or other motorists.

    NHTSA complaint 11754486
  6. Filed Jul 14, 2026Failure Jul 10, 2026Richmond, MOUnknown or other

    I was driving down the highway with no cars around and the middle of the moonroof shattered suddenly and violently from the inside outward.

    NHTSA complaint 11750417
  7. Filed Jul 7, 2026Failure Jul 1, 2026Forney, TXService brakes

    I was in stop and go traffic on the highway when my brakes failed. I tried them twice, the car did not slow down, I put the car into park and tried to engage the parking brake and the car continued to roll until I hit the 18 wheeler in front of me. This happened a second time before I could get myself off the freeway and to a safe place to call a tow truck.

    NHTSA complaint 11748843
  8. Filed Jun 3, 2026Failure May 29, 2026East Bernard, TXVisibility/wiper

    Windshield cracks easily. It cracked in a way that might impair vision. I have had large rocks hit my windshields in the past and and it usually ends up as just a round spot. I just bought this truck and a small Rock hit the lower driver side and it immediately cracked across my field of view about a foot across. This windshield is too thin or not properly laminated.

    NHTSA complaint 11741900
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

3 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • SSM 55100 Aug 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J-clips, lower-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919-S901 if the J-clip is completely detached from the seat cover and W7…
  • SSM 54808 May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The instrument panel cluster (IPC) in 2023-2026 Escape and 2025-2026 Maverick hybrid vehicles has a power gauge section on the left side of the display. This power gauge section has a white or gray engine icon that is specifically used to indicate when the …
  • SSM 54631 Mar 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some 2020-2026 Escape and 2022-2026 Maverick 2.5L Duratec hybrid vehicles may require various repairs on the exhaust system. This may require removal of the exhaust heat exchanger. WSM, Section 309-00 Exhaust System > 2.5L Duratec hybrid > Removal and Insta…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.