The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The side-curtain air bags may not deploy properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk
Improper deployment of an air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right side-curtain air bag modules with a new design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C20.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-594 (22V594000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 22C20 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window › Curtain |
| Report date | August 8, 2022 |
| Owners notified | January 30, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 64,974 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-594 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and right side-curtain air bag modules with a new design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C20.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 64,974 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.