Ford Maverick Complaints (2026)

16 consumer complaints on file.

#11770211October 9, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Repair visit 1: Hybrid battery - august 24 2026 sensor fault. [Symptom, e.g. warning light on dash.] Repaired by dealer (Shawnee Mission Ford, Shawnee, KS). Repair visit 2: approx. 8,500 miles: sep 5 2026; Dealer diagnosed two problems at the same time: (1) emergency/parking brake sensor fault and (2) internal transmission problem. The Emergency break wouldn't disengage After driving it for a while. Took it to the dealership, they couldn't replicate the issue. The next day I had the same exact issue when I went to work. After a while, the parking brake did disengage. So I drove to the dealership where it was stuck in their bay for a little bit. There was also other issues that they found. Three separate faults within the first 8,500 miles, involving the hybrid system, the brakes and the transmission.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769302October 6, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
While driving on a exit road from a shopping center, my vehicle gave me Anti lock Brake Fault, Anti lock Brake System Fault, Hill Start Assist Warning, Service Engine Soon Warning , Electronic Parking Brake error, and Pre-Collision Assist not available. I was lucky it did not happen on a highway, as the Brake system locked up and I was only able to let it slowly move into a parking lot.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11768836October 4, 2026
AIR BAGS
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
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11767301September 27, 2026
STEERING, SUSPENSION
Customer Concern – 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 “doot-doot-doot” 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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11766596September 24, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION
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.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11766721September 24, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763282September 10, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763101September 9, 2026
ELECTRICAL 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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11757941August 19, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11754486August 3, 2026
ELECTRICAL 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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750417July 14, 2026
UNKNOWN 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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11748843July 7, 2026
SERVICE 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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11744344June 15, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11741973June 4, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER
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 and have concerns when backing up even using my mirrors and turn around to look I can't see behind the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11741900June 3, 2026
VISIBILITY/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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11740777May 29, 2026
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Windshields are made with glass far to thin. In the last 30 years i have never had a chip or crack on any vehicle. This is my second maverick, first one i had to replace windshield 3 times and fill 4 chips in 4 years. This new maverick i have now i have had for 1 month and already have a chip in my windshield. There is a major problem with the glass used on these trucks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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