2023 Ford Maverick Problems
Shopping for a used 2023 Ford Maverick? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 258 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.
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This 2023 Ford Maverick has 258 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2023 Ford Maverick Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2023 Ford Maverick trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2023 Ford Maverick Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2023 Ford Maverick PU/CC 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
15.5% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
15.5% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Ford Maverick has 258 owner complaints, 9 crash-related complaints, and 20 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Maverick
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 258
- Crash-related complaints
- 9
- Safety recall campaigns
- 20
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 25
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 23 / 30
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2023 Ford Maverick problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Electrical Faults, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2023 Ford Maverick?
The 2023 Ford Maverick shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2023 Ford Maverick
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the transmission and drivetrain for any signs of issues or previous repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and engine components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported problem areas.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the transmission and drivetrain for any signs of issues or previous repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and engine components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported problem areas.
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Before buying a used 2023 Ford Maverick, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2023 Ford Maverick are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain, electrical faults, and engine problems. Crash-related complaints are relatively low, but unintended acceleration and forward collision avoidance issues appear. The confidence level is low due to limited data.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints are the most reported issue with 92 complaints.
- Electrical faults account for 76 complaints, the second highest category.
- Engine problems total 70 complaints, indicating a recurring theme.
- Unintended acceleration and forward collision avoidance issues are noted with 27 and 26 complaints respectively.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most frequently reported component.
- Electrical Faults are a significant concern with 76 complaints.
- Engine Problems are also commonly reported.
Full breakdown
All 2023 Ford Maverick complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Ford Maverick. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 92 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 76 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 70 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 36 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 31 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 27 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 26 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Ford Maverick. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel started shaking, prompting the contact to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was pulled over, and a squealing, clicking, and grinding sound starte…
Vehicle started to have a shake under acceleration. Reported it to multiple dealerships and requested them to specifically observe the CV axles. Finally secured an appointment on 11-24-2025 while vehicle was under factory warranty. Tenvoorde Ford informed me (the owner) that the …
The vehicle was at the dealer for a loud noise on the hinge area of the driver side door. I was contacted by the dealer and told That the door has cracked spot welds and needs to be replaced. The dealer contacted Ford and for opening offered to pay for a portion of the repair lea…
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake lights and turn signals failed to function as intended. In addition, the message “Brake Light Failure” was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an in…
CV axle fails prematurely, causing vehicle shaking under acceleration, and potentially unsettling vehicle stability at speed. First noticed the shaking at 49K miles. I have not had an opportunity to schedule an appointment with the dealer to have it replaced yet. This is a known …
CV axles are covered under the Ford Powertrain Warranty. I am experiencing a driveline vibration consistent with axle failure. I would like a warranty diagnosis and documentation explaining why this is not considered a warrantable defect. Dealerships are refusing to evaluate a po…
Hybrid Ford Maverick electrical system began to go into a save battery mode -no interior lights, only driver side door operated, and other system failures. Dealer replaced battery under warranty and general recall for this issue. A few months later same characteristics started …
Vehicle "shakes and vibrates" when accelerating along with odd clicking noises when turning. The sunroof also leaks during car washes.
"2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle has a chronic 12V parasitic drain defect. Authorized dealer Champaign Ford City provided false information, stating software was current when it was not. This led to a 100% discharge in freezing temperatures, requiring multipl…
Drivers door became hard to open and close. Found driver front door stop damaged / welds broken and separated from door interior.
Found Drivers door hard to open and close. Took vehicle to Body shop. Had to replace door.
The throttle body component of the vehicle failed at approximately 40,000 miles. While this is an engine component that experiences normal wear and tear, throttle body valves fail anywhere between 75,000 and 100,000 miles. I have owned previous vehicles, each crossing the 100,000…
Battery is constantly in battery saving mode. It use to do it only when I was on vacation for a week or so. Now it has been doing this every single day for about the last two month.
Battery goes into deep sleep truck will not crank this the 3rd time for this truck.
I had a problem once with the interface module, and since it was still under warranty, the Ford dealership in Fairfield, California replaced it and at 3:32 AM today January 3, 2026. The interface module turned off for a couple seconds and then turned back on which was basically t…
I believe the OEM 12v battery that is used in the Ford Maverick hybrid is underpowered and has issues that seem to plague the vehicle. I’ve owned the truck for almost two years now and started getting “battery saver” alerts when the truck would sit for a few days over the week or…
Vehicle drivers front door is very hard to operate, very hard to shut, window wont roll all the way down. Vehicle makes popping noise when operating drivers front door. Door wont close all the way at times due to door check binding inside of door. Ford has had a customer satisf…
The seat belt system is faulted and is showing the airbag light is on, when started it shows a red question mark on the drivers seat. Also shows a rear seat fault.
I took my vehicle in to have the transmission looked at. The dealership told me that the problem was resolved. While driving down the road the transmission went into park in the middle of a two lane road. When the vehicle came to a complete stop I was stopped in the middle of the…
CV axle
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Ford Maverick.
Safety recalls
2023 Ford Maverick recalls
20 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Maverick. 20 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
ENGINE
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
TIRES
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
ENGINE
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
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Questions
2023 Ford Maverick buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Ford Maverick reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 258 owner complaints, 9 crash-related complaints, and 20 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 Ford Maverick shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ford Maverick?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (92 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (76 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (70 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Ford Maverick?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Ford Maverick?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Ford Maverick, NHTSA complaints include 9 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 258 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Ford Maverick have any recalls?▾
Yes. 20 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Ford Maverick. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS. 20 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2023 Ford Maverick?▾
The 2023 Ford Maverick shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Maverick reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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