The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
The risk
A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C33.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-778 (24V778000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 24C33 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Child seat › Vehicle tether anchor |
| Report date | October 18, 2024 |
| Owners notified | December 4, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 6 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the other / not specified
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-778 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C33.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6 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.