2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid is among the quieter years of the Maverick Hybrid on NHTSA's books: 33 complaints (79% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations. Reports tied to this model year include one death, per the complaint records themselves.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (6), driver assistance (5), and brakes (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
33
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
3
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries
1
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2025 compare to other Maverick Hybrid years?
What are the most common 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 18% | ▼ down |
| Driver Assistance | 5 | 15% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 4 | 12% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 3 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Other | 3 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 3 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I have been having issues with the vehicles audio speakers for a few months now, having random momentary bursts of full volume static noise, as well as sometimes consistent static noise that doesnât stop for up to 30 mins even after the vehicle is turned off. On 5/21/26 this happened once again,…”
“The back middle seatbelt warning light always thinks someone isnât buckled even when no one is there. We keep that buckled so it doesnât ding. The forward pre collision sensors do not work at all. ”
“The contact owns a 2025 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while approaching a stop sign at 5 MPH, the contact attempted to depress the brake pedal; however, the vehicle continued to surge forward, causing to the contactâs vehicle to crash into the vehicle that was stopped ahead. The front…”
“Vehicle required replacement of exhaust heat exchanger due to check engine light. Vehicle sat at dealer for 67 days awaiting parts due to national back order because of high failure rate.”
“The car has extreme vibration almost like speed wobbles when accelerating. Difficult to steer particularly if accelerating to change lanes. Appears the cv axles / have gone bad. Shocked there is not an active recall for the 2023 model year given the amount of reports of similar issue I have found…”
2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid — common questions
Is the 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 33 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Maverick Hybrid year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2025 Maverick Hybrid problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (6 complaints), driver assistance (5 complaints), brakes (4 complaints).
Does the 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid.
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.