Is the Ford Maverick Reliable?

20222026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

64/100
Fair

Reliability Score

54
Total Recalls
212
Owner Complaints
20
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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Ford Maverick Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
202630
81
Excellent
20256133
68
Good
20249449
57
Fair
202315641
59
Fair
202221917
57
Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Maverick Compares to Similar Vehicles

Ford Maverick64/100
Truck Category Average65/100

The Maverick scores 1 points below the average truck. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.

Known Ford Maverick Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
36
POWER TRAIN
35
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
26
AIR BAGS
11
SERVICE BRAKES
11
ENGINE
10

Based on 212 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Maverick reliable?+

The Ford Maverick scores 64/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 54 recall campaigns and 212 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Maverick is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Maverick achieved the highest reliability score of 81/100 with 3 recalls and 0 complaints.

How many miles does a Maverick last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Ford Maverick owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Maverick will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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