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2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid sits mid-pack among Maverick Hybrid years: 158 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 158, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (32), transmission (26), and other (20), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

158

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Maverick Hybrid years?

Maverick Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted726 complaints2022: 726 complaints2023: 474 complaints2024: 158 complaints2025: 33 complaints2026: 1 complaints
Maverick Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System3220%
Transmission2616%
Other2013%
Engine1912%
Driver Assistance138%
Speed Control138%
Brakes85%
Fuel System74%
Lighting64%
Steering32%
Suspension32%
Body & Structure21%
Tires & Wheels21%
Visibility & Wipers21%
Seat Belts11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V881000TransmissionDecember 18, 2025 · 87 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 15, 2026. This is an expansion of Recalls 24V330 (24S33) and 25V133 (25S16).

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2024 Ford Maverick turned off and gave me a message across dash that said stop safely now. In pulling onto the shoulder was almost hit by traffic from behind. Vehicle would not restart and had to be towed. It took 2.5 weeks to get it repaired. They replaced the high voltage power inverter, one time…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 7, 2024

“Driving on Baltimore's 695 outer loop traveling south at apx 65-75 mph in the left lane, the truck flashed a warning"stop safely now" all vehicle powertrain was disabled and I, while decelerating uncontrolled, pulled across 4 lanes to a median and waited roadside 3+ hours before ford's roadside…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 2, 2024

“Rearview camera lags and occasionally freezes image during reversing. Lagging and freezing gives a false sense of vehicle position. There has been one occasion where the image froze and stayed frozen even after putting vehicle in "D" and traveling up to 30mph+. Vehicle is not part of latest recall…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 17, 2024

“Driving on Baltimore's 695 outer loop traveling south at apx 65-75 mph in the left lane, the truck flashed a warning"stop safely now" all vehicle powertrain was disabled and I, while decelerating uncontrolled, pulled across 4 lanes to a median and waited roadside 3+ hours before ford's roadside…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 2, 2024

“While driving in traffic and allowing the advanced cruise control to operate, while coming to a stop, the vehicle stopped recognizing stopped traffic and begun accelerating. I intervened and hit the brakes before a collision occurred. This was verbally reported to the dealership and was to be…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · April 26, 2024

2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid reliable?

It is close to typical for the Maverick Hybrid: 158 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2024 Maverick Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (32 complaints), transmission (26 complaints), other (20 complaints).

Does the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Ford Maverick Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Maverick Hybrid years to avoid are 2022, 2023. The cleanest record among Maverick Hybrid years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.