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2023 Ford Maverick recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component22
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
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| Electrical system | 5 | – |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | – |
| Power train | 4 | – |
| Back over prevention | 2 | – |
| Engine | 2 | – |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | – |
| Visibility | 1 | – |
| Tires | 1 | – |
Safety recalls22
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| May 27, 202626V340000 | Suspension: front control armA detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 26V340000
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| Feb 20, 202626V104000 | Electrical system: integrated trailer brake controlTrailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing… DetailsHide details for campaign 26V104000
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| Dec 18, 202525V881000 | Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V881000
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| Oct 10, 202525V685000 | Equipment: electrical engine block heaterAn electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V685000
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| Jun 27, 202525V442000 | Back over prevention: softwareA rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V442000
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| May 23, 202525V345000 | EngineAn engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V345000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Maverick, Maverick Hybrid. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component347
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 133 | 38 |
| Electrical system | 98 | 28 |
| Engine | 84 | 24 |
| Unknown or other | 50 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 38 | 11 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 35 | 10 |
| Vehicle speed control | 32 | 9 |
| Suspension | 19 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 18 | 5 |
| Back over prevention | 15 | 4 |
| Structure | 13 | 4 |
| Steering | 12 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 10 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 3 |
| Visibility | 5 | 1 |
12 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Maverick, Maverick Hev.
Latest reports
- Suspension
“I’ve been noticing that when I am on the freeway and I am increasing my speed to highway speed and between 55 mph to 65 mph the vehicle vibrates like possible suspension issue.”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction.”
- Air bags
“The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. While starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light unexpectedly illuminated. The failure mileage was 61,000.”
Other Ford Maverick model years
- 20267 recalls16 complaints
- 202512 recalls50 complaints
- 202416 recalls177 complaints
- 202322 recalls347 complaints
- 202229 recalls617 complaints
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2023 Ford Maverick recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Maverick have?
NHTSA lists 22 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Maverick. The most recent, 26V340000 (reported May 27, 2026), concerns suspension. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2023 Ford Maverick recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 5 campaigns. Others: exterior lighting (5), power train (4), back over prevention (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Ford Maverick?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 133 complaints out of 347 filed with NHTSA (38%). Across all complaints, owners reported 11 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Ford Maverick?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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