Is the 2025 Ford MAVERICK reliable?

The 2025 Ford MAVERICK has 33 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.3x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Ford MAVERICK?

Top problems: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (10 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (4 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (4 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Ford MAVERICK?

Yes, there are 12 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL, STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE), VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER, EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, 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 2025 Ford MAVERICK?

The 2025 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 2025 Ford MAVERICK?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Ford MAVERICK is approximately $2,079/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.

2025 Ford MAVERICK

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Ford MAVERICK has 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 111. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (30% of all complaints), specifically: purchased vehicle new and after 3 days the power steering became inoperable as well as traction control , hillstart assist and showed that the fowrad camers was in default .. There are 12 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 5 crash reports 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

10 complaints

30%

• Purchased vehicle new and after 3 days the power steering became inoperable as well as traction control , hillstart assist and showed that the fowrad camers was in default .
• The contact called for a friend who owns a 2025 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the back over prevention camera did not function as intended. The contact stated that the control system features were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to several dealers wh
• Precollision assist became unavailable twice while driving during my first few days of driving.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“Purchased vehicle new and after 3 days the power steering became inoperable as well as traction control , hillstart assist and showed that the fowrad camers was in default .”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (12)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23/05/2025

Ford 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.

Risk: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2025 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)

$1,600/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 2025 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

$2,079

Full coverage / month

$173

Liability only / year

$648

vs US avg

+24%

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 rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2079

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

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 33 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Purchased vehicle new and after 3 days the power steering became inoperable as well as traction control , hillstart assist and showed that the fowrad camers was in default .
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: Purchased vehicle new and after 3 days the power steering became inoperable as well as traction control , hillstart assist and showed that the fowrad camers was in default .
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: 2025 2.0l Maverick 8f-35 auto trans. on cold start after sitting overnight transmission hesitates to engage and/or shifts harshly on 1st drive of the day so far. Most noticeable on 1-2 upshift. Feels like engine rpm flares or transmission skips before changing gear. Conditions repeat almost daily on
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: The contact owned a 2025 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in her residence's driveway at night, the vehicle had caught fire. The contact stated that she saw that flames had started showing under the vehicle near the front passenger side. The contact stated that the
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 12 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)