Is the Ford Maverick Reliable?

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

67/100
Good

Reliability Score

23
Total Recalls
242
Owner Complaints
20
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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Ford Maverick Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
202624
77
Good
20255153
68
Good
20244489
66
Good
20234711
71
Good
202281047
55
Fair

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

How the Maverick Compares to Similar Vehicles

Ford Maverick67/100
Truck Category Average65/100

The Maverick scores 2 points above the average truck — a strong result.

Known Ford Maverick Reliability Issues

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

POWER TRAIN
41
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
40
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
28
SERVICE BRAKES
13
STRUCTURE:BODY
13
SUSPENSION
12

Based on 242 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Maverick reliable?+

The Ford Maverick scores 67/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 23 recall campaigns and 242 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 77/100 with 2 recalls and 4 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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