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3FTTW8NA5SRA781882025 FORD MaverickTREMOR

22of 100
Moderate Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
12
12 campaigns found
Safety Grade
F
50/100 composite
Complaints
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
1 yr
Made in MEXICO
BUYPurchase Verdict

2025 FORD Maverick was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 12 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2025 FORD Maverick

2025 FORD Maverick was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 12 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

  • 12 open recalls including safety-critical systems (Active 'do not drive' recall; Airbag system recall)
  • High lemon law risk indicators — multiple safety-critical recall and complaint patterns present
  • Component failure cascade detected — a known defect pattern that typically leads to more severe downstream damage
22
of 100
Moderate Risk
2 moderate risk signals detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
2 Contributing Risk Factors
12 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Vehicle may qualify as a lemon — repeat repair failures
+10
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
FORD
Model
Maverick
Year
2025
Trim / Series
TREMOR
Body Style
Pickup
Vehicle Type
TRUCK
Drive Type
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
4-cyl 2L
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MEXICO
Assembly
HERMOSILLO, SONORA, MEXICO
GVWR
Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

Ford Hermosillo Stamping & Assembly

BQuality63/100
Standard📍 HERMOSILLO, SONORA

Built Ford Fusion (discontinued 2020) and Fiesta. Decent quality for its output volume.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

Overall Safety Grade
F
Score: 50/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety0/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
100/100Critical
  • ▸Active 'do not drive' recall
  • ▸Airbag system recall
  • ▸Brake system recall
  • ▸Engine recall
  • ▸Structural/frame recall
Modern Safety Index
77/100
Comprehensive
14 of 20 safety features detected
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
High
  • ⚠Active 'do not drive' recall issued
  • ⚠3 recalls on same component: Electrical
  • ⚠2 recalls on same component: Safety Systems
  • ⚠4 recalls on same component: Engine/Powertrain
  • ⚠2 recalls on same component: Body/Structure

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision Warning✓Standard
Automatic Emergency Braking✓Standard
Pedestrian AEB✓Standard
Rear AEB✓Standard
Lane Departure Warning~Optional
Lane Keep Assist~Optional
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot Monitoring~Optional
Rear Cross Traffic Alert?Unknown
Adaptive Cruise Control?Unknown
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High Beam✓Standard
Parking Assist?Unknown
Backup Camera✓Standard
Electronic Stability Control✓Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data Recorder✓Standard
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake Support✓Standard
Keyless Ignition✓Standard
Recalls12

NHTSA Safety Recalls

12 RECALLS
12found
ℹ

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 12 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

10 of 12 recalls have a low industry completion rate — statistically likely unrepaired.

31%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

FORD Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
89%Good

FORD completes recalls at a good rate (89%), averaging about 18 months to remedy. Most affected vehicles are fixed.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~18 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
18mo
#25V343000
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Est. Repair Completion~58%

~42% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V350000
Sep 2025

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick vehicles. The air bag indicator light on the dashboard may be loose or dislodged, and not visible to occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Read full details...
ConsequenceThe air bag indicator light may fail to warn occupants of a deactivated air bag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V787000
Invalid Date

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and Escape vehicles. The cover for the electric brake booster's ECU may cause the printed circuit board to overheat and result in a loss of vehicle stability control systems (anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control) or a loss of brake power assist.
Read full details...
ConsequenceLoss of vehicle stability control or brake power assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~35%

~65% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V828000
Jan 2025

ENGINE

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~37%

~63% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V863000
Dec 2025

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning BEV, 2024-2026 Mustang Mach-E, and 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Read full details...
ConsequenceA loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~35%

~65% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V884000
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STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn instrument panel cover separation can cause pieces of the cover to strike occupants, increasing the risk injury during a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~22%

~78% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V104000
Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

SummaryFord 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."
Read full details...
ConsequenceTrailer 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 the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~26%

~74% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V122000
Mar 2026

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~24%

~76% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V157000
Invalid Date

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~22%

~78% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V201000
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AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles. The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Read full details...
ConsequenceFailure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~18%

~82% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V239000
Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Est. Repair Completion~14%

~86% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V340000
Invalid Date

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~12%

~88% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

Recall Age — How Long Open
ENGINE
1.4yr open
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT
284d open
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
187d open
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
106d open
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DO NOT DRIVE Recall Active
NHTSA has issued a "park it" recall — vehicle should not be driven until repaired.
First Recall
01/12/2025
12 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
ElectricalSafety SystemsEngine/PowertrainBody/StructureExterior/OtherBrakesVisibilityHVACSuspension/Wheels
Recall Remedy Breakdown
9
Part Replacements
2
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
Lemon Law Eligibility
May Qualify

This vehicle shows 4 lemon law indicators. Eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service — consult a lemon law attorney.

Strong protection states: California, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts
Complaints

Component Failure Cascade Risk

Known patterns where one defect leads to more severe downstream failures

CriticalEGR issue detected

▸ Head gasket failure and engine overheating — EGR cooler failure is the leading cause of catastrophic engine failure on diesel engines

HighTRANSMISSION issue detected

▸ Complete transmission failure — repair costs $3,000–$8,000+; vehicle may become undriveable

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$34,694
~$578/mo over 5 yrs
$2.9/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$8,850
Maintenance
$4,500
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$8,344

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $34,694 (~$578/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

12 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$6,000
Total recommended deduction−$6,000

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2025 FORD Maverick — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Inspect for egr issue detected — ask for repair records
Head gasket failure and engine overheating — EGR cooler failure is the leading cause of catastrophic engine failure on diesel engines
HIGH
Inspect for transmission issue detected — ask for repair records
Complete transmission failure — repair costs $3,000–$8,000+; vehicle may become undriveable
HIGH
Verify recall ELECTRICAL SYSTEM has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick vehicles. The air bag indicator light on the dashboard may
HIGH
Verify recall ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and Escape vehicles. The cover for the electric brake boost
HIGH
Verify recall ENGINE has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The
HIGH
Verify recall POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning BEV, 2024-2026 Mustang Mach-E, and 2025-2026 Ma
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%

15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

  • ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Official FORD Maintenance Guide ↗Search Owner's Manual ↗

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$2,200–$2,800/yr
~$183–$233/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▲ Moderate theft risk: +8% to comprehensive premium▲ New / recent model year: +15% (high replacement cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Market & Background Signals

Theft risk, fleet history, dealer patterns, and emissions compliance

Theft Risk
Moderate
2.2× national average · 24/1,000 vehicles
Recovery rate:70%of stolen FORD Mavericks are recovered

FORD Maverick has a moderately elevated theft risk (2.2× average).

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

FORD has been fined $17M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2015: Failure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data.

2015$17MFailure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data

State-Specific Legal Protections

What consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state

Select your state to see what consumer protection laws, lemon law coverage, and title disclosure requirements apply to this vehicle purchase.

Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN3FTTW8NA5SRA78188
Model Year2025
MakeFORD
ModelMaverick
TrimTREMOR
Vehicle TypeTRUCK

Body & Configuration

Body StylePickup
Drive TypeAWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2

Manufacturer

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY, MEXICO
Assembly CityHERMOSILLO
Assembly CountryMEXICO

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)3FT
Check Digit (Char 9)5
Model Year Code (Char 10)S
Plant Code (Char 11)R
Sequence (Chars 12–17)A78188

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count12
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

3
1
F
2
T
3
T
4
W
5
8
6
N
7
A
8
5
9
S
10
R
11
A
12
7
13
8
14
1
15
8
16
8
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
3
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
F
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
T
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
TW8NA
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
5
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
S
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
R
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
A78188
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
Mexico
From VIN position 1 (3)
Model Year Character
"S" → 2025
Could also be 1995
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Reliability Scores
Year-by-year reliability ratings
Years to Avoid
Best & worst model years ranked
Common Problems
Owner complaints & known defects
All NHTSA Recalls
Complete recall campaign history
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 6/17/2026, 12:22:14 PM.