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2023 Ford Maverick Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2023 Ford Maverick has 21 NHTSA recall campaigns and 264 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ford dealer.
NHTSA also files the 2023 Ford Maverick separately as Maverick Hybrid — 1 recall campaign.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2023 Ford Maverick, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2023 Ford Maverick owner complaints
Owners have filed 264 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Ford Maverick, describing incidents dated January 1, 2023 to September 8, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 94 complaints
- Electrical System 78 complaints
- Engine 71 complaints
- Unknown or Other 36 complaints
- Service Brakes 30 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 28 complaints
Of the 264 complaints on file, 9 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 264 complaints, owners report 5 injuries and 1 death (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11763877 · Filed
Battery drained after replacement. Suspected software issues.
ODI #11759384 · Filed
Vibration and shrouding under light and heavy acceleration, the harder the acceleration the stronger the vibration, feels like truck is falling apart.
ODI #11740902 · Filed
When throttling or under load, significant vibration of the car. Possibly CV axle problem.
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2023 Ford Maverick in 2 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Recall Query RQ26-004: Frozen Rear-view Camera Image
Open since October 23, 2026
- Recall Query RQ24-014: Loss of Motive Power
Closed October 10, 2025
Do Not Drive: Loss of Control from Control Arm Separation
NHTSA #26V340000 · Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Ball Joint · NHTSA notice
Reported May 27, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 4,653 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.66% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 26S36 · Owners notified September 2, 2026
Defect description
Ford 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.
Safety consequence
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.
Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #26V104000 · Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control · NHTSA notice
Reported February 20, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 4,381,878 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.12% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 26C10 · Owners notified March 25, 2026 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford 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."
Safety consequence
Trailer 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.
Manufacturer remedy
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
NHTSA #25V685000 · Equipment — Electrical — Engine Block Heater · NHTSA notice
Reported October 10, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 59,006 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25SA4
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Safety consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #25V442000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported June 27, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 200,237 vehicles
Repair completion: 58.75% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S72 · Owners notified September 4, 2025 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Safety consequence
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Engine Failure May Cause Fire
NHTSA #25V345000 · Engine · NHTSA notice
Reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 1,809 vehicles
Repair completion: 74.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S54 · Owners notified June 27, 2025 · Vehicles built through April 13, 2023 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Safety consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
Loss of Drive Power from Undetected Low Battery
NHTSA #25V158000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported March 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 48,041 vehicles
Repair completion: 96.65% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S26 · Owners notified April 23, 2025
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Safety consequence
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Software Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power
NHTSA #25V133000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported February 28, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 207 vehicles
Repair completion: 81.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S16 · Owners notified April 11, 2025 · Vehicles built August 27, 2021 – March 20, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Safety consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Instrument Panel Not Illuminated/FMVSS 101
NHTSA #25V123000 · Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel · NHTSA notice
Reported February 28, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 933 vehicles
Repair completion: 74.38% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25C06 · Owners notified April 9, 2025 · Vehicles built August 20, 2021 – October 9, 2023 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-140. The instrument panel cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208.
Safety consequence
An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C06.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Tail Lights May Fail
NHTSA #25V095000 · Exterior Lighting — Tail Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported February 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 2,711 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.92% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S07 · Owners notified March 26, 2025 · Vehicles built July 27, 2021 – March 21, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-293. The body control module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Safety consequence
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S07.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Missing Warning for Turn Signal Failure/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #25V094000 · Exterior Lighting — Turn Signal · NHTSA notice
Reported February 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 1,635 vehicles
Repair completion: 72.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25C04 · Owners notified March 27, 2025 · Vehicles built July 27, 2021 – November 16, 2023 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-848. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal has failed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal cannot notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Loss of Drive Power from Battery Failure
NHTSA #25V019000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery · NHTSA notice
Reported January 17, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 272,817 vehicles
Repair completion: 81.06% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S02 · Owners notified May 2, 2025 · Vehicles built February 3, 2021 – October 20, 2022 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.
Safety consequence
Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V-267 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Freeze
NHTSA #24V684000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported September 13, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 273,701 vehicles
Repair completion: 73.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S59 · Owners notified March 21, 2025 · Vehicles built February 3, 2021 – November 28, 2023 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Ford Maverick vehicles equipped with Connected Touch Radios (CTR). The rearview camera image may freeze when the vehicle is in reverse.
Safety consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the Connected Touch Radio (CTR) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S59.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail
NHTSA #24V594000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor · NHTSA notice
Reported August 9, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 86,852 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.97% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S51 · Owners notified December 6, 2024 · Vehicles built June 20, 2023 – September 29, 2023 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Safety consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Software Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power
NHTSA #24V330000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported May 10, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 9,312 vehicles
Repair completion: 98.74% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S33 · Owners notified May 22, 2024 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Safety consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Tail Lights May Fail
NHTSA #24V293000 · Exterior Lighting — Tail Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported April 26, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 242,669 vehicles
Repair completion: 92.02% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S27 · Owners notified May 10, 2024
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Safety consequence
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Loss of Drive Power from Undetected Low Battery
NHTSA #24V267000 · Electrical System — Body Control Module/BCM · NHTSA notice
Reported April 12, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 456,565 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.06% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S24 · Owners notified June 4, 2024 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Safety consequence
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Tires Manufactured Incorrectly
NHTSA #24V223000 · Tires · NHTSA notice
Reported March 22, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 115 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.22% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S20 · Owners notified April 5, 2024
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles. The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Safety consequence
A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Instrument Panel Not Illuminated/FMVSS 101
NHTSA #24V140000 · Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel · NHTSA notice
Reported February 23, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 62,813 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.3% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24C01 · Owners notified March 26, 2024
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208.
Safety consequence
An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C01.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Missing Warning for Turn Signal Failure/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #23V848000 · Exterior Lighting — Turn Signal — Bulbs · NHTSA notice
Reported December 15, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 189,814 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 23C41 · Owners notified January 16, 2024
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C41.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine Failure May Cause Fire
NHTSA #23V380000 · Engine · NHTSA notice
Reported May 26, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 125,322 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.37% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 23S27 · Owners notified May 3, 2024
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape, 2022-2023 Maverick, and 2021-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Safety consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will replace the engine long-block in 2023 Escape and Corsair vehicles. For the other vehicles, dealers will update the powertrain control module software. If a connecting rod bearing failure is detected, dealers will replace the engine long-block. All inspections and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S27. This recall expands and replaces recall number 22V-484. Vehicles previously repaired under 22V-484 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Inoperative Trailer Taillights/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #23V160000 · Exterior Lighting — Tail Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported March 10, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 2,716 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 23C04 · Owners notified June 9, 2023
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick vehicles. A missing electrical circuit may cause the trailer taillights to not illuminate as intended when utilizing the vehicle trailer tow electrical connector. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Trailer taillights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will add an electrical circuit to the engine bay wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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