The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tank may have been damaged by drill holes during the installation of the spray-in bed-liner. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
The risk
A damaged fuel tank may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 15, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C35.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-976 (21V976000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 21C35 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage |
| Report date | December 16, 2021 |
| Owners notified | March 15, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,456 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-976 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 15, 2022.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,456 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.