2024 Ford Maverick Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Ford Maverick.

20232025
Complaints
92
per 10K Sold
5.8
US Sales
157,345
Crashes
12
Fires
0
Injuries
9
Fatalities
Recalls
14

Worst 2024 Ford Maverick Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#116 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:3,200 mi
#212 complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
#38 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Ford Maverick.

Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
3,200
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
10,500
Backup Camera
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
4,500
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2024 Ford Maverick

14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,448,254 vehicles.

26V104000Exterior Lighting:tail Lights · Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
~4,381,878 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

25V685000Equipment:electrical:engine Block Heater
~59,006 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

25V442000Back Over Prevention:software
~200,237 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

25V133000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
~207 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

25V094000Electrical System:body Control Module:software · Exterior Lighting:turn Signal
~1,635 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-848. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal has failed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

25V095000Electrical System:body Control Module:software · Exterior Lighting:tail Lights
~2,711 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-293. The body control module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.

24V778000Child Seat:vehicle Tether Anchor
~6 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

24V684000Back Over Prevention:software
~273,701 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Ford Maverick vehicles equipped with Connected Touch Radios (CTR). The rearview camera image may freeze when the vehicle is in reverse.

24V594000Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
~86,852 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

24V330000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
~9,312 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

+ 4 more recalls

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2024 Ford Maverick — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Ford Maverick reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2024 Ford Maverick has 92 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 14 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2024 Ford Maverick?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (16 complaints, avg 3,200 mi); Electrical Faults (12 complaints); Engine Problems (8 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Ford Maverick?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 5,231 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2024 Ford Maverick?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Ford Maverick include 12 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 9 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2024 Ford Maverick have any recalls?
Yes — 14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 5,448,254 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2024 Ford Maverick?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford Maverick reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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