2023 Ford Maverick
Common Problems
Ranked from 114 federal NHTSA complaints and 12 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
31 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Multiple Warning Lights and Messages During Driving
20complaintsMedium severityElectricalDuring driving, multiple warning lights and messages appear on the dashboard, indicating various system malfunctions.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Powertrain Malfunction Leading to Loss of Acceleration
20complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences a sudden loss of power and acceleration, often accompanied by multiple warning lights and messages.
Related recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Vehicle Enters Limp Mode with Reduced Power
20complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle enters a limp mode with significantly reduced power, often accompanied by multiple warning lights and messages.
Related recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Unexpected Deceleration and Loss of Control
19complaintsSafety riskTransmissionThe vehicle unexpectedly decelerates to a low speed or stops, often with no warning, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.
Related recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Battery Issues
13complaintsMedium severityElectrical12-volt battery repeatedly dies or enters sleep mode, requiring frequent jump starts.
Related recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Back Over Prevention System Failure
8complaintsHigh severityOtherBack over prevention cameras and systems frequently fail, leading to potential accidents.
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CV Axle Failure
8complaintsHigh severityTransmissionCV axles are failing prematurely, causing violent shaking and loss of power during acceleration.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Electrical System Glitches
8complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious electrical glitches occur, including dashboard freezing, abnormal odors, and intermittent power failures.
Related recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Engine Loss of Power During Driving
8complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine suddenly loses power and reduces speed without warning, often accompanied by multiple warning lights and messages.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 23V380000, 25V345000, 25V685000
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Engine Stall and Misfire
8complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine stalls or misfires unpredictably, leading to loss of power and difficulty in controlling the vehicle.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 23V380000, 25V345000, 25V685000
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Front Axle Failure
8complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe front axles are failing prematurely, causing vibrations and potential loss of vehicle stability.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 26V340000
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Lane Departure Warning System Inconsistencies
8complaintsMedium severityOtherLane departure warning systems work erratically or not at all, leading to potential lane drift accidents.
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Seating Issues
8complaintsLow severityOtherSeats and seat supports are failing, leading to potential safety risks during accidents.
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Transmission Shifts to Neutral During Driving
7complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission unexpectedly shifts to neutral during driving, causing loss of power and requiring the driver to manually shift back to drive.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Electrical System Shutdown During Driving
6complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle's electrical system suddenly shuts down, causing loss of power and multiple warning lights, potentially leading to accidents.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Pre-Collision Assist System Malfunctions
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe pre-collision assist system malfunctions or provides false alerts, potentially leading to loss of control or confusion during driving.
Related recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Vehicle Suddenly Stops and Engages Parking Brake
6complaintsHigh severityOtherThe vehicle unexpectedly stops and engages the parking brake, often without warning, requiring the driver to manually shift back to drive.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
CV Axle Vibration
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionDuring acceleration, the vehicle experiences pronounced vibrations and shudders, often attributed to faulty CV axles.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Transmission Jumps or Nudges During Cold Starts
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission jumps or nudges during cold starts, especially under load, causing loss of control and potential accidents.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Back Over Prevention Camera Issues
3complaintsMedium severityOtherThe back over prevention camera is freezing or failing to work properly, increasing the risk of accidents.
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Battery Saving Mode
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle enters a 'battery saving mode' frequently, leading to the loss of interior lights and other functions.
Related recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Driver Side Door Issues
3complaintsLow severityOtherThe driver side door is becoming difficult to operate, with welds breaking and hinges failing.
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Steering System Malfunction
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe power steering system is seizing, causing the 'steering assist fault' message to appear on the dashboard.
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Brake Failure During Towing
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe trailer's electrical cable connection causes the driver's side turn signal to fail, leading to potential accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 25
Brake Grabbing at Low Speeds
2complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brakes grab and aggressively stop the vehicle at or below 6 miles per hour, especially during the first 15 minutes of driving in the morning.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 26
Deep Sleep Mode and Electrical Issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle enters a deep sleep mode, causing the interior lights to turn off and the vehicle to become inoperable.
Related recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Infotainment System Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe infotainment center and related modules are frequently malfunctioning, requiring multiple repairs and replacements.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V140000, 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V123000, 25V685000, 26V104000
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Powertrain Malfunction Leading to Reduced Speed
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences a powertrain malfunction, reducing speed to 20 mph or less, posing a safety risk.
Related recalls: 24V330000, 25V133000, 25V158000
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Severe Vibration and Premature Axle Failure
2complaintsHigh severitySuspensionPremature axle failure causes violent vibrations in the front end, leading to excessive tire wear and potential loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 26V340000
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Unresponsive Engine During Driving
2complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine becomes unresponsive, reducing speed to 30 mph or less, posing a significant safety risk.
Related recalls: 23V380000, 25V345000, 25V685000
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Water Intrusion and Mold Growth
2complaintsMedium severityOtherWater leaks into the vehicle, causing mold growth and potential health hazards, especially in humid conditions.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.