How common are transmission and powertrain problems on the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid?

NHTSA records 138 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 model year, making up 30% of all 465 complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid transmission?

Yes. Recall 25V881000, reported December 18, 2025, covers 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles for HPCM software that may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly. Dealers update the HPCM software free of charge.

At what mileage do these transmission problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.

Are the 2022 Maverick Hybrid powertrain issues dangerous?

NHTSA data shows one injury and no crashes or fires tied to these complaints, though owners describe sudden loss of power and limp mode at highway speed.

2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 138 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid, 30% of all 465 complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 20,000 miles. A related recall (25V881000) addresses HPCM software that can shift the truck into neutral unexpectedly.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 138; 30% of 465
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 20,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Transmission stops responding to the gas pedal while driving, with the engine revving but no power reaching the wheels until it resets itself minutes later.
Vehicle shudders, rattles, or vibrates when switching between electric and gas engine operation, sometimes starting as early as 1,900 miles on the odometer.
Dashboard shows a red powertrain warning and the truck enters limp mode, occurring especially during hard acceleration on the highway.
Engine unexpectedly shuts off while merging or passing at highway speed, forcing the truck into electric-only limp mode with a message to pull over.
Truck loses all power and dies completely, sometimes while parked, requiring a jump start and returning repeatedly despite dealer visits.

When 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 6, 2022, latest Sep 23, 2026.

138 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2024 (25).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid

NHTSA 25V881000Dec 18, 2025Transmission & Powertrain87 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 15, 2026. This is an expansion of Recalls 24V330 (24S33) and 25V133 (25S16).

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Maverick Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2022138 (30%)
2023112 (43%)
202428 (27%)
20253 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission and powertrain problems on the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid?: NHTSA records 138 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 model year, making up 30% of all 465 complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid transmission?: Yes. Recall 25V881000, reported December 18, 2025, covers 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles for HPCM software that may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly. Dealers update the HPCM software free of charge.
At what mileage do these transmission problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.
Are the 2022 Maverick Hybrid powertrain issues dangerous?: NHTSA data shows one injury and no crashes or fires tied to these complaints, though owners describe sudden loss of power and limp mode at highway speed.