2023 Ford MAVERICK HYBRID problems and owner complaints

The brakes sporatically cause you to jerk to a stop when you are all almost completely stop (under 5MPH). This is a dangerous issue when in heavy commuter traffic as the following vehicle may not be prepared for what is a complete emergency stop while other traffic continues to flow at slow speeds. Ford has released numerous TSBs to fix this issue but none of them have truly fixed the problem.

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11514995 at NHTSA ↗

Brakes of 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid are grabby when attempting to slow down to below 6-10 mph , especially when the roads are wet. Even with slight wetness on the ground, the brakes behave like this, leading to unpredictable stops and jumping of vehicle in common scenarios such as drive-thrus, stop-and-go traffic, and parking lots. Local Ford dealer attempted to replicate the issue when it was sunny and dry and was unable to do so. As such, they refuse to do any further testing and are saying that "this is how the hybrids are". I will visit t…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11515490 at NHTSA ↗

Dead battery

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11517780 at NHTSA ↗

Six month old Vehicle has failed to start twice in the last 3 days. The dealership looked at the vehicle but didn’t isolate a problem for repair. Fear is that the electrical system will shut down while driving and will lose control of the vehicle in traffic. OR will stop in a dangerous situation hazardous to me or other motorists. This has happened twice in the last 3 days.

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11549931 at NHTSA ↗

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the transmission inadvertently shifted into neutral(N) and the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the instrument panel lights flickered. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,500.

Owner-reported narrative. 1,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11530453 at NHTSA ↗

The truck shudders when turning off the ICE and switching to electric. It has progressively gotten worse since around 5000 miles. Group research on online forums suggests this is the damper on the flywheel. Because it's progressively getting worse, even at 8000 miles, I am concerned it will leave me stranded when the whole transmission blows apart. It makes an awful noise that sounds like grinding when the shuddering occurs. It does not happen every time the engine turns off, but the entire transition between electric and ICE is extremely rough…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11538142 at NHTSA ↗

Vehicle will not accelerate faster after stopping. Runs at less than 5 mph for 3-4 minutes and will accelerate afterwards. If stop again it will continue stalling during acceleration. Very unsafe in traffic. Rear end collision would take place as the driver id that vehicle is not aware of the stalling.

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11537406 at NHTSA ↗

Vehicle at Ford dealer on 3/7/24 for two separate recalls, Emission Recall 23E09 and Compliance Recall Notice NHTSA 23V848 where the BCM and PCM were reprogramed and updated. The vehicle operated normally before the dealership service for the recalls. On 3/18/24 after the recall service was performed, while driving along a state route of speed limit 55, the vehicle suddenly lost power and displayed the following indications on dashboard: Service Engine Soon, Pre-Collision Assist not available, and Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced power. The vehic…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11579125 at NHTSA ↗

When I am driving my car and the car goes from the gas engine to the electric engine (at slow speeds. Usually under 40mph) the steering wheel and car will shack or vibrate. Sometimes really violently or sometimes just a little. Now my car makes a really bad rattling sound like metal is bouncing around. Ford saids it’s normal. I have driven other hybrid and never experienced this to this extent. It was scary at first. I thought something happened to my car or I hit something.

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11532015 at NHTSA ↗

This morning I was driving to work (65mph cruise control, 45 degrees F outside, heated seats ON), out of nowhere I felt myself slowing down right after I went over a railroad track (pretty decent bump) on the highway. As I was slowing down I noticed that my cruise control had turned itself off and when trying to turn it back on (pressing set+, set-, and the toggle CC on/off button) it wasn't responding. After realizing that setting my cruise control wasn't working I tried accelerating on my gas pedal but nothing was happening and I was still sl…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11551986 at NHTSA ↗

Dealer states that they found a crack at the seam where filler neck connects to fuel tank. Fuel leak traces coming from where the hose assembly attaches to the gas tank. Visible fuel seaping and strong gasoline smell in garage.

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11656510 at NHTSA ↗