Transmission complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The vehicle has grade assist braking, which cannot be disabled. At speeds below 35mph this braking is too strong and cannot be properly controlled with throttle input. The effect is that, when going downhill, if you release pressure from the gas pedal, the vehicle will abruptly decelerate by several mph with no illumination of the brake light. In traffic, in hilly areas, this is extremely dangerous and has led to several instances of nearly being rear ended. Furthermore, the only way to avoid slowing down is to accelerate. There is no way to feather the gas pedal to coast downhill, so you are either speeding up or slowing down (abruptly). This also requires keeping your foot on the gas pedal when it would be safer to be able to control the vehicle with the brakes. I have reported this to Ford. …
The car has extreme vibration almost like speed wobbles when accelerating. Difficult to steer particularly if accelerating to change lanes. Appears the cv axles / have gone bad. Shocked there is not an active recall for the 2023 model year given the amount of reports of similar issue I have found online.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that after parking uphill, the contact exited the vehicle and lowered the tailgate to unload the bed; however, the vehicle unexpectedly rolled backward downhill, causing the tailgate to hit a tree and crash into a railing. The vehicle was driven away from the crash site. The insurance company was notified of the failure, and the tailgate was replaced at a collision center. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V863000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 20 MPH and the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with battery failure. The battery was replaced. The contact stated shortly after the battery replacement, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was returned to the dealer and diagnosed with PCM failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 35 MPH while driving downhill and decelerated to 6 MPH while driving uphill. The message "Engine Repair" was displayed, and the power train warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the diagnostic trouble codes were cleared; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the PCM was previously updated under an unknown recall in 2024; however, the failure recurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to Maguire's Ford of Hershey, Inc. (100 N Thistledown Dr, Palmyra, PA 17078); where the diagnostic trouble codes were cleared; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the "Service Advancetrac", "Service Engine Soon", "Power Train Malfunction" "Reduced Power", "Pre-collision Assist Not Available" and "Hill Assist Not available" messages were displayed, and the vehicle decelerated to approximately 28 MPH. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that he was able to continue driving; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 28 MPH. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving on another occasion. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the power train warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to shift into the intended gear. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond and decelerated to approximately 55 MPH. The contact stated that upon releasing and depressing the accelerator pedal again, the vehicle responded as needed. The contact stated that the automatic emergency braking system had engaged while there was no vehicle nearby. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V330000 (Power Train); however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer retrieved DTC code: P092977. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering upon acceleration. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was not able to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. While driving up a hill, the vehicle lost motive power and was shaking vigorously. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to park the vehicle. The vehicle failed to start the next day. The contact jump-started the vehicle. The "Stop Safely Now" message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who was unable to determine why the vehicle failed to start but informed the contact the CV axle needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the parts were on backorder. …
Related recalls (1)
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Maverick Hybrid years have transmission problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2022 (140), 2023 (114) and 2024 (29) model years. Transmission complaints make up 30% of all complaints for the 2022.
Is there a recall for Ford Maverick Hybrid transmission problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 25V-881 (control module (tcm/pcm/tecm), Dec 18, 2025). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Ford Maverick Hybrid transmission problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 27,000 miles; 80% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the axle assembly › axle shaft (2 mentions), followed by the axle assembly (1).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.