How common are engine problems in the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid?

NHTSA lists 95 engine complaints for the 2023 model year, which is 36% of the 261 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid engine?

No related recall is listed in this data, though several owner complaints reference NHTSA Campaign Number 23V380000 in connection with engine and transmission behavior.

At what mileage do these engine problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 15,000 miles.

Did any 2023 Maverick Hybrid engine complaints involve a crash?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries among the 95 engine complaints filed for the 2023 model year.

Is the engine issue worse in the 2023 model than other years?

The 2023 Maverick Hybrid shows a 36% share of engine complaints, close to the 35% share seen in 2022, while 2024 and 2025 show lower shares of 28% and 21% respectively.

2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 95 engine complaints for the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid, 36% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 15,000. No related recall is listed in this data, though several owners reference NHTSA Campaign Number 23V380000.

Engine complaints: 95; 36% of 261
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 15,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report shuddering or vibration when the truck switches between gas engine and electric mode, especially under 40 mph.
Some describe a loud rattling or metal-on-metal sound that gets worse over time and as mileage increases.
Several owners report sudden loss of acceleration or stalling at low speed, with the vehicle staying under 5 mph for a period before responding again.
One report describes the transmission unexpectedly shifting into neutral at 80 mph with flickering instrument panel lights, referencing NHTSA Campaign Number 23V380000.
Owners mention unexpected forward nudging or surging while stopped with the brake pedal pressed, most often on cold mornings.
One driver reported the cruise control shutting off and gas pedal becoming unresponsive momentarily after hitting a bump at highway speed.

When 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 5, 2023, latest Jun 1, 2026.

95 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2023 to Jun 2026; peak Apr 2024 (23).

Engine recalls for the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Maverick Hybrid model year

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

2022162 (35%)
202395 (36%)
202429 (28%)
20255 (21%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid?: NHTSA lists 95 engine complaints for the 2023 model year, which is 36% of the 261 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid engine?: No related recall is listed in this data, though several owner complaints reference NHTSA Campaign Number 23V380000 in connection with engine and transmission behavior.
At what mileage do these engine problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 15,000 miles.
Did any 2023 Maverick Hybrid engine complaints involve a crash?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries among the 95 engine complaints filed for the 2023 model year.
Is the engine issue worse in the 2023 model than other years?: The 2023 Maverick Hybrid shows a 36% share of engine complaints, close to the 35% share seen in 2022, while 2024 and 2025 show lower shares of 28% and 21% respectively.