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At a glance
What can fail
The front lower control arm ball joints may have been installed or repaired incorrectly at the factory, which could allow the control arm to separate from the front wheel knuckle.
This page covers 6 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2026 Ford Maverick.
25–26 mpg combined
9–9.4 L/100km
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2026 Ford Maverick has 6 recalls, the most serious involving two separate crash risks: the transmission may not lock into park and can allow the vehicle to roll away, and a front lower control arm ball joint can detach from the wheel, causing a sudden loss of steering control.
Two recalls affect occupant protection in a crash. The instrument panel cover can break apart when the airbag deploys and send pieces into the cabin, and the passenger seat sensor may fail to correctly detect whether the front seat is occupied by an adult or child, causing the airbag to deploy incorrectly or not at all. There is also a moonroof concern: the glass panel may not be properly bonded to its frame and can detach from the vehicle while driving, becoming a hazard for other road users. Finally, a trailer lighting recall affects vehicles used for towing, where trailer lights and brakes may not function, reducing trailer visibility and the driver's ability to control it.
At a glance
What can fail
The front lower control arm ball joints may have been installed or repaired incorrectly at the factory, which could allow the control arm to separate from the front wheel knuckle.
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What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The sensor that detects whether an adult or child sits in the front passenger seat may fail, preventing the airbag system from responding correctly in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The moonroof glass may not be properly bonded to its frame, which could cause the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module may lose communication with the vehicle, causing brake lights, turn signal lights, or brake function to stop working.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the integrated trailer module software, or the vehicle will receive a software update over-the-air. Both are free of charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The instrument panel cover may separate when the airbag deploys.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cover at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The park module may fail to lock the transmission into park when you shift into park, allowing the vehicle to roll unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Ford will update the park module software through an over-the-air update or at a dealer, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.