2026 Ford Maverick
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

- Class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr Pickup AWD, 4dr Pickup FWD, Fhev 4dr Pickup
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 38 combined · 42 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- 199.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,563–3,730 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 7 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 38 MPG combined — 44% better than the average 2026 small pickup truck (26.4 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Ford Maverick is a small pickup truck offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive, part-time 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 200 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,730 lb (4dr Pickup AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 38 MPG combined (42 city / 35 highway), 44% better than the 2026 small pickup truck average of 26.4 MPG, for an estimated $1,750 a year in fuel.
It has 7 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Maverick — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Maverick →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Hermosillo, Sonora
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 Maverick configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Pickup AWD | 199.6 in | 72.4 in | 74 in | 121.3 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 3,730 lb | 58/42 |
| 4dr Pickup FWD | 199.6 in | 72.4 in | 74 in | 121.3 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 3,563 lb | 60/40 |
| Fhev 4dr Pickup | 199.6 in | 72.4 in | 74 in | 121.3 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 3,675 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick HEV FWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 42 / 35 / 38 | +44% | $1,750 | 234 |
| Maverick HEV AWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 40 / 34 / 37 | +49% | $1,800 | 241 |
| Maverick Lariat HEV AWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 39 / 32 / 36 | +45% | $1,850 | 248 |
| Maverick FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 26 | -2% | $2,600 | 341 |
| Maverick AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | 0% | $2,700 | 355 |
| Maverick Lobo AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | -4% | $2,800 | 370 |
| Maverick Tremor AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -8% | $2,900 | 386 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Ford Maverick.
Recalls (7)
Structure › Body · Aug 25, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V550000 · 23 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
- Risk
- Improperly tightened vehicle joints may lead to a loss of vehicle control, electrical failure, or detached parts, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed October 19, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 26, 2026.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint · May 27, 2026 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 26V340000 · 4,653 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Mar 31, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V201000 · 3,170 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford 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."
- Risk
- Failure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C19. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly · Mar 17, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V157000 · 323 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford 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.
- Risk
- A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass and replace the glass if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S18. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 18, 2026.
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights · Feb 20, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driverâs ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard · Dec 18, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V884000 · 6,897 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.
- Risk
- An instrument panel cover separation can cause pieces of the cover to strike occupants, increasing the risk injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the instrument panel cover, 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 25SE7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 19, 2025.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Park Pawl · Dec 12, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V863000 · 272,645 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford 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."
- Risk
- A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The park module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2026.
Not every 2026 Ford Maverick is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Maverick years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Maverick | 38 | 199.6 in | Not rated | 12 | 50 |
| 2024 Maverick | 37 | 199.6 in | ★★★★★ | 16 | 179 |
| 2023 Maverick | 37 | 199.6 in | ★★★★★ | 22 | 347 |
| 2022 Maverick | 37 | 199.6 in | ★★★★★ | 29 | 617 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →