Is the 2022 Ford MAVERICK reliable?

The 2022 Ford MAVERICK has 201 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2022 Ford MAVERICK?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (42 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (36 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (23 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2022 Ford MAVERICK?

Yes, there are 28 recall(s): SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS, ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, 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, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT. Contact any Ford dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Ford MAVERICK?

The 2022 Ford MAVERICK gets 25 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1920. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2022 Ford MAVERICK?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2022 Ford MAVERICK is approximately $1,860/year (truck-fullsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2022 Ford MAVERICK

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2022 Ford MAVERICK has 201 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.8x the segment average of 111. The most common issue is electrical problems (21% of all complaints), specifically: since the date of purchase (10/29/21) i am unable to change/set fm stations. apps (ie: iheart, spotify) and voice command work intermittently. apps will not work unless phone is plugged in. 911 assist will not work if not paired and connected to a bluetooth enabled and compatible cell phone (see . There are 28 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 7 crash reports 4 injuries

201

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

4/5

Safety Stars

1.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

42 complaints

21%

• Since the date of purchase (10/29/21) I am unable to change/set FM stations. Apps (ie: iHeart, Spotify) and voice command work intermittently. Apps will not work unless phone is plugged in. 911 assist will not work if not paired and connected to a Bluetooth enabled and compatible cell phone (see
• The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V193000 (Electrical System) was repaired at the dealer. The contact was stopped by the police and informed that the brake light on the trailer was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the Ford Tec
• I know there are issues with the Hybrid versions, but this one is not a hybrid. I have had the battery die 4 separate times resulting in me being stranded due to no fault of my own. This Ford Maverick was purchased through the Military Auto Sales at Ramstein AB Germany. It is US-spec and owned/opera

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“Since the date of purchase (10/29/21) I am unable to change/set FM stations. Apps (ie: iHeart, Spotify) and voice command work intermittently. Apps will not work unless phone is plugged in. 911 assist will not work if not paired and connected to a Bluetooth enabled and compatible cell phone (see ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2022 Ford MAVERICK

Based on 27 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 36K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

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60-100K

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150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 36K mi · 8 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred. This vehicle is under 5 years old, so most of the fleet hasn't accumulated high mileage yet — low-mileage peaks reflect fleet age, not necessarily premature failure.

Recalls (28)

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE16/12/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Risk: Improperly attached seat belts may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C36.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2022 Ford MAVERICK

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,920

Per month

$160

Per mile

16.0¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,182/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,656/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2022 Ford MAVERICK

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,860

Full coverage / month

$155

Liability only / year

$635

vs US avg

+11%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (truck-fullsize)1.08x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.98x

× vehicle age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$1860

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ford MAVERICK Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

30K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

20K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

IOLM (Intelligent Oil Life Monitor) may signal earlier. Older 5.4L Triton engines have specific service needs — check the manual.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ford New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ford. If you're buying a used 2022 MAVERICK, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ford dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 201 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: Since the date of purchase (10/29/21) I am unable to change/set FM stations. Apps (ie: iHeart, Spotify) and voice command work intermittently. Apps will not work unless phone is plugged in. 911 assist will not work if not paired and connected to a Bluetooth enabled and compatible cell phone (see
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: Driving down road at 45 mph as usual. Car suddenly shudders and as I pull to a stop car is stuck in neutral. Will not receive gas. Suddenly lurches into first gear, almost making me hit who is in front of me. I pull into center lane and the car is frozen and won't move. I restart the car and it stay
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: Since the date of purchase (10/29/21) I am unable to change/set FM stations. Apps (ie: iHeart, Spotify) and voice command work intermittently. Apps will not work unless phone is plugged in. 911 assist will not work if not paired and connected to a Bluetooth enabled and compatible cell phone (see
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BODY/STRUCTURE: The 2022 Ford Maverick has a design flaw the harms the environment and places driver and passengers at risk. Specifically the vehicle does not have a metal skid plate which places the Evap System at risk for damage. If the system is damaged the vehicle is still driveable, but doing so allows gas va
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 28 recalls have been completed — free at any Ford dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)