Ford Maverick Hybrid Issues & Concerns??

[@jamesdixon2860]

You should have 0 issues at 16,000 miles. That's not impressive.

[@jasonthamos69]

Great video. I do have a 23 Maverick and I love it. Thank you

[@robertpeacock5515]

I have the battery connection issue and currently have a clamp on the wire. When i took it to the ford dealer it was working due to the clamp so they would not fix it. Probably have to take the clamp off and have it towed to get a repair.

[@rdubs1705]

My only Mav hybrid issue is that Ford incapable of building the one I order last summer 🤣

[@Muscleupsanddangles]

Same

[@timjohnson1199]

I've been waiting since October. My biggest gripe is the lack of communication from Ford. The best info has come from a KZbinr Tim at Long McAruther (sp?).

[@stillphil6645]

ty sir

[@Ivandrago89]

You look like Agent Smith

[@jmc6000]

Awesome

[@jamarimutt]

Three oil changes in 20,000 miles?

[@jmc6000]

Why yes!

[@offset4853]

the ford maverick hybrid does the heater work in the winter time if the engine is not on

[@jmc6000]

Yes because of the electric water pump

[@johnminniti6464]

You are incorrect saying all hybrids have two batteries Hyundai on the ionic does not use a 12 volt battery only has hybrid battery

[@jmc6000]

Well most Hybrids and even most BEVs have a 12volt and the high voltage battery

[@Dawg-Coin-Lover]

This sounds like a paid add/video.

[@Bigbillybird]

Well mine left me stranded on the side of the road and Ford hasn't been able to figure it out yet. It's been over a week.

[@johneusenhut2479]

Don’t trust American auto makers.

[@andrewjones2133]

Why not 🤔

[@trojunhorse76]

My Maverick just died in the middle of a busy COSTCO gas station! the temperature is 109 degrees F! I had to play with the positive connection just to get it to start and drive it to dealership.

[@angelbest19lop78]

are you still having issues? would to know how is it running now?

[@rkingslandjr83]

You haven’t even had the engine shudder when going from ice to electric motor? I don’t even have a 1000 miles and I’m experiencing this already. Very weird

[@jmc6000]

Out 55k miles I've only had it do the shudder maybe twice.

[@terryhartle8025]

LOL you made the point was not issue ZERO ZERO issue other vechicle but darn is a problem now to this one going towards poor inspections and poor work lazy work done so its a problem if your in the middle of nowhere!!!

[@jmc6000]

Have a hard time understanding your thought process bud

[@will_in_texas]

Thanks for the info. I ordered a 2023 Hybrid XL. I’m glad some of the minor issues will be fixed.

[@ljohnst88]

My hybrid has been dead for 21 days now with the battery cable issue. 5000km on it. Battery cable is backordered for months, Ford wont even cover the cost of a vehicle rental in the meantime for me.

[@puzzleetpuzzles7951]

I want to enjoy my maverick, but i ordered it in September 2021 and still its NOT EVEN BUILD YET. I don't really understand how it's possible. I have basic Hybrid XL, no Co Pilot and no bedliner. It was scheduled for June, then Rescheduled for July and now it's rescheduled for August. And when i am calling them and asking, why people who ordered Hybrid later than me already received vehicles and i did not. They have a stupid excuse "Well, its most likely because of addons". But guess what - I dont have any addons.... Then they said "Oh it maybe because we changes how we process orders and blah blah blah"

[@sign4541]

With no addons, you can bet it's Fords extremely wonky dealer allocation process that's worked against you. Not being dismissive, but give thanks that you're at least likely to get yours soon. Some people who ordered in June '21 when I did are STILL unscheduled. Hope you see yours very soon. It's a great little truck!

[@Sparkjumper59]

If the can only make a certain amount they will produce more expensive models that make more money for the company with the same amount of vehicles they can manufacture

[@oldgunowner]

Did you get a confirmation of your order from Ford? If you didn't then I would bet Ford didn't receive it properly from your dealer.

[@puzzleetpuzzles7951]

@@oldgunowner i did get confirmation. And schedule delivery date from ford official site. ( which was moved )

[@donniedraftdodger7457]

I ordered mine on 9-2-2021 from Canada. It is built in transit sitting in Buffalo...xlt hybrid with luxury package. Expected delivery is 2 weeks.

[@dennisporter753]

Great information!.. looking forward to getting my XLT Hybrid Maverick in Velocity Blue as well.. suppose to be built July 27th.... thanks for sharing the video !

[@tracystandiferd3016]

I got the the Hybrid XLT in Velocity blue and love it.

[@sydecarnutz972]

"If you find a good deal on it...." LOL. Like any dealer would sell one for anything near MSRP ever again. You're kill'n me here kid. ;-) I ordered a Maverick Hybrid almost a year ago. It never got built. I am still getting very occasional email updates from Ford with excuses though! Lets face it, they only built like 4 dozen of these, and they are done for the year now. Many of us got screwed into waiting in line for nothing.

[@johnhoelscher5458]

Geting My new Lariat Maverick maybe this friday thanks for the upbeat review of the Maverick looking forward to getting it.

[@tracystandiferd3016]

CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 You will absolutely love it and enjoy not seeing the gas station 🙂

[@jemtec1]

I have an interesting note. My 2022 Hyundai Tucson Sel Hybrid does not have a lead acid battery. It is contained as part of the Hybrid battery and uses 10% of it, allocated by the BMS, for typical 12v accessories. (Its 270v but has a 12v converter). So if I manage to lose 90% of the battery, there is a battery "reset" button on the dash that I press to reinitialize the system to start the car and recharge the battery. The power is always available so its "idiot" proof in the event of leaving something running all night. Pretty handy. Thanks for the video!

[@jmc6000]

That is very interesting indeed. I know most hybrids including the popular Toyota Hybrids all use a separate 12volt battery.

[@sign4541]

The idea sounds really good and I'd like that....but the Maverick's HV battery is pretty small. Could be they didn't want to tap into it any more than they absolutely had to.

[@jemtec1]

@@sign4541 mines 1.49KW. Pretty small. But it works fine since the gas engine and regen easily restore power to the small battery. :-)

[@jameslong4453]

Like to see a review with at least 75,000 miles.

[@mmabeerandfirearms]

Thanks for that, I now have ZERO concerns ZERO concerns about the Hybrid Maverick, 👌 concerns 👌 concerns.

[@robinchristiansen5588]

😀I have had my Maverick since February 2022...Great truck NO ISSUES highly recommend this truck! Now consider the price...Best value on the market today!

[@davec6724]

Time will tell as it's a Ford. Let's see how many TSB's are issued as more miles are driven by customers. 17K is nothing.......

[@tracystandiferd3016]

I have had mine since January and with about 2300 miles on it NO issues. I am handicapped and could not be happier! Thanks FORD for a phenomenal truck.

[@jamesmedina2062]

Take care but do you use a wheelchair? How is the comfort? I had hip surgery and find the low height of my Civic a bit problematic. Electric or manual seats in your truck?

[@tracystandiferd3016]

@@jamesmedina2062 The seats are comfortable but on my XLT they are manual. I am only in a wheelchair for long walks. I again can't stress how pleased I am with this truck. I am 5'6" and the seat is even with my bottom (Super easy to get in and out of) The more I drive it I find it's mobility to be excellent.

[@jamesmedina2062]

@@tracystandiferd3016 yes I have learned that it needs to go without making too much smoke and also be comfortable. I have focused on room and comfort alone used but then gotten bit by the smog and pollution from a neglected used motor. With my hip gone bad its really hard to find a good seat. The better one like a big Lazy-Boy will spread out the load to other parts of my body. I hear good results from the new hips but I read in medical journals that they do break down over time and poison the body so I am stuck here and of course HMO insurance is non-stop drama. Glad you found a good vehicle for your needs..

[@g7003041]

When people going to learn that any early adopters or any make or models will going to have some kind of gremlins. You shouldn't shock or surprised. It just a gamble you have to take. Now you know why you shouldn't rush of getting it.

[@koolone3791]

Talk to me when you have 100k or more miles. A good made car should not break under 100k miles it should be worry free with the right maintenance.

[@sign4541]

Agree 100%. Had mine since February 2nd, with no issues whatsoever. Going in, I was a bit hesitant to go with the hybrid, mostly because I had heard bad things abut CVTs. But I am so glad I didn't let misinformation dissuade me. Did a little research, found that the eCVT in the Maverick is completely unrelated to those belt driven CVTs, and took the plunge. Best decision I ever made. LOVE this truck!!

[@timjohnson1199]

Same for myself. Held off because of the CVT then I found out it was an eCVT and I jumped on it. Last October.

[@jquiznos2283]

I'm hyped! Thanks for your comment!

[@yentrader]

I feel the same way about CVTs however the maverick CVT is actually a planetary gear setup instead of a belt drive unit with variable ratio pulleys so it should be more reliable long term.

[@dirkriley3004]

Love my xlt hybrid 😁👍

[@johnmeola1189]

Hey Bub, great job describing the issues. I did the exact same thing, the equivalent of 'jiggle the handle' on an old toilet, and it worked. I also carry an extra 12 volt bat. for a jumper if I need it. So, can y'all's imagine some soccer mom with a car load of kids having to get out, open the hood and poke at the defective battery connector to get it started?? Wowzer!! I still swear by my Maverick, but man o man, could the engineers at Ford anticipated this?? I'm just sorry they had to get the negative press over it, after such a heroic effort to deliver a really nice utility vehicle.... hope we learn from it

[@jimwortham8634]

Thanks for posting here's my issue ordered October can't get one

[@ralphwaters8905]

Thanks for your vote of confidence. I'm planning to order a '23 model when the order banks open in a month. I hear that some Mavericks have braking characteristics that make smooth stops somewhat problematic. I presume this is caused by a transition from regenerative to frictional braking. What has your experience been in this area?

[@jmc6000]

Yes braking can be a bit tricky at 1st but after a while your foot learns how to modulate the pedal so as to be not as abrupt in stopping at low speeds

[@sign4541]

Yep, I just ease off a bit right at the end where the transition occurs...easy peasy. Don't even think about it anymore.

[@tracystandiferd3016]

You are correct on the braking (Somewhat) It does drive differently than a regular vehicle BUT it's just a learning curve. I will coast to a light or stop sign and I don't follow too closely to the vehicle ahead of me (All of these if able of course) When my husband drives it rarely he gets that jerk feeling when applying brakes. Basically it just is a different truck than any others and you will learn it as well. I will say just yesterday a lady backed out without looking to see and we had to slam on the brakes of course and it performed perfectly when we needed it too. There might be a slight learning curve but it is well with it! The comfort, look, storage and the big one gas mileage is absolutely worth it. Best of luck to you!

[@Lotsofchai]

Following up - did you buy the maverick this year? Faced any issues?

[@ralphwaters8905]

@@Lotsofchai - got my '23 XLT in April. No braking issues at all!

[@scottward4055]

You need to change the oil every 5,000 miles. Ask any reputable mechanic and they'll tell you it doesn't matter what the OEM spec states. To get the most life out of the engine change every 5,000 miles

[@jmc6000]

Not on Hybrids cause the engine runs only half the time

[@ericfaulkner3617]

Good info, appreciate you posting. Had mine for almost 2 weeks and love it. Learning something new everyday. Worth the 10 month wait.

[@klc317]

I wouldn't exactly say the 2020 Escape hybrid has zero issues. We've had a dead vehicle twice during owning ours. Similar issue. I did loosen and retighten the negative terminal that you referenced in it and it hasn't done it since. We did take it to the dealer and they load tested the 12v battery and found it to be fine but that was prior to them (Ford) finally discovering the fix. Otherwise it has been a great vehicle with spectacular MPG. However the maverick issues I read about are what lead me to discover the loose connection you referenced here. I'm waiting on my maverick order to be built but I had chosen the 2.0 Ecoboost in it. Looks like you're enjoying your Maverick.....I'm excited too eventually get mine.

[@WhittyPics]

I think the Escape is made in Louisville, KY while the Maverick is made in Mexico?

[@jmc6000]

Yes that Is correct but both are based off of the same C2 platform

[@Lone_Star_Proud]

3300 miles with zero issues.

[@howardkriebel6944]

thanks for the video. Interesting with 17,000 miles on this Maverick, how does the owner/presenter kep this engine compartment so clean...not even road dust in the crevices or ion the harness covering...amazing.

[@annadavis6361]

Thank you for this, people continue to say to me, " You should have waited until 2025 before getting the Maverick, let others test it out first", WHY? STOP SAYING THIS PEOPLE, LET ME ENJOY MY 2022 MAVY IN PEACE.

[@HGANGHONY]

Love my 2022

[@justonpreble4083]

I love the idea of the maverick hybrid, I’m waiting for an all-wheel-drive version and aftermarket lift kit to put 32 inch 11.5 inch tires. no sunroof because they always leak.

[@jamesmedina2062]

I have had about six (cars) sunroofs with no leak in any

[@joejoe6949]

Don’t ever get a Chevy Cruze

[@timjohnson1199]

My Maverick I've been waiting on since October is getting turned into a MY '23. Sorta happy because any problems will have been addressed. But, damn. It's a long wait.

[@spanishdeath16]

Have you encountered any brake lagg issues while coming up on a stop or slowing down?

[@jmc6000]

At time yes or the truck with come to an abrupt halt out of nowhere

[@billlinamen1552]

Just got my xlt hybrid it was ordered July 5th 2021 so quite a wait

[@janjachymiak9013]

New cars should have no issues.

[@jamesm568]

I seen a bulletin today put out at all Ford dealerships that the Maverick hybrid needs to be parked outside due to them catching fire. Two Mavericks had burned down homes and one Maverick burned up on the side of the road as they were all hybrids.

[@jmc6000]

That's new news that has not been relayed to all Ford dealerships so I question the validity of said document in that dealership

[@sign4541]

Complete BS

[@kpaul4041]

Is FORD paying you anything?

[@jmc6000]

Nope

[@Quest4Unknown]

Can’t wait for the 100-200 thousand mile review. Gonna put my 500.00 deposit with Tracy CA Ford and tough part is choosing between Alto Blue or Avalanche Grey.. going Grey. But keep your build simple and hopefully that will redact from the telling wait times. You can always get your dealership to add on what you want or do it yourself. Hooah!

[@fredted1611]

You need to start watching Ford Boss Me here on KZbin before sticking you neck out on the Maverick or the Escape. He works for a Ford dealership as a Technician and will tell you the problems, TSB's ,recalls ect. You do know that there is a recall right now on the Maverick and it's only a bandaid to keep it from catching fire? 2.7 Hybrid Mavericks have a faulty crankshaft, it shatters taking out the oil pan and causing a fire. The recall is to add holes in the lower splash shield to let the oil escape at least to limit the chance of fire.

[@jmc6000]

I do watch FordbossmMe and I have already don't a separate video discussing the latest Maverick recall

[@richardchavarria8153]

Is your KnN air in take legal for smog? I live in California.

[@jmc6000]

Not in your state unfortunately

[@saltystripesfishing2980]

Just wished the hybrid could have awd and a larger towing capacity. Awd cause some of the boatramps can be slippery as well as i have a boat thats 3500 pounds.

[@coreyczech]

XLT and Lariat version of hybrid Maverick does have AWD... But that's still a bit heavy for the Hybrid version

[@ronalddurie3361]

Thanks much. This is review is quite helpful for us. We are wanting to buy a new Maverick soon.

[@michaelpollack7299]

i know nothing about cars is there a difference between the cold air intake and stock air filter?

[@jmc6000]

So the cold intake usually flows more air than stock

[@michaelpollack7299]

@@jmc6000 does it help with gas mileage? And where can i get one for my maverick

[@jmc6000]

@@michaelpollack7299 did not notice a difference in MPG but the added noise under the hood was a welcome change

[@MrTacoman77]

Thank you for this video. I have seen a lot new "hate" Maverick videos and this video dispells their b.s.

[@iralosttwo5569]

My maverick died July 5th, it’s been at the dealership since. Someday I’ll get it back.

[@jamesmedina2062]

Dude why are you coming up on 3rd oil change? You should be approaching 4th oil change. Maybe you are using incredible oil but it's always better to go around 5k or less. Don't ever go 7500 no matter who says it's a good thing.

[@jmc6000]

On a Hybrid you can push your oil changes to a longer intervals since the engine is off half the time

[@iSteven180]

My only hesitation about getting the hybrid over the eco boost right now is that it does not come in an AWD configuration yet and I’m going to kick my self if I get one and they come out with a AWD hybrid one in the next few years. I live in Northern Illinois where we see all seasons in just one week sometimes. Lol I know I could put snow tires on the front but it’s that one time you need AWD to save you it’s worth the price…

[@slingbart705]

you put snow tires on all 4, don't fool yourself. my little Scion xb has never been stuck, NWI gets the same crappy weather, and if it's really that bad out.... stay in bed.

[@robertstroz5976]

Thanks for the info, I am waiting for my Lariat hybrid. Fingers crossed I get it soon. Only issues I have is Fords lack of communication. Build date keeps moving and I find out about on my own before Ford sends me anything lol. Here’s hoping that this last build update of First week in Aug is the true one. Been almost 8 months….but have to say this is still the best bang for your buck out there…

[@haraldweltzin5117]

I put over 100K miles on my Ford CMax hybrid which has the same engine and transmission as the Maverick, so I bought the Maverick Lariat. So far I have almost 13,000 miles on it with no trouble.

[@the305hauler]

Still waiting for mine.

[@thomasfields2082]

Why would you have issues after 6000 miles?

[@bruceburns1672]

First World problems , I'm old enough to remember when a car started in the morning you were thankful and if it didn't it could have any of 1000 issues .

[@soothsayer2406]

It goes on fire..... don't park it in your garage...or your house will be on fire

[@jmc6000]

Most of what you said is not true!

[@bodiemike6978]

Are there any recalls?

[@jmc6000]

One was just introduced yesterday by Ford for fire hazard with certain Maverick Hybrids

[@JR-cf3wh]

So you are saying the engineering and parts are proven but the quality sucks? Santa Cruz made in the US, Maverick made in Mexico for slave labor wages.

[@jmc6000]

Never said the quailty sucks since Ford built the Fusion in the same factory for many years and with amazing quality results

[@JR-cf3wh]

@@jmc6000 So all is good, there is no explanation for these problems, I'll buy that.

[@nm-qt2hb]

Do yourself a big favor. Cut down your oil change interval. Use a full synthetic oil and a very good oil filter. Going past 5,000 miles is not a good idea. Great video and great information. This truck was a winner from the start. Now with the Tremor option it covers most potential owners.

[@jmc6000]

I already use full synthetic and doing 10k oil changes is perfectly acceptable for the hybrid since the engine only runs half the time

[@scottbuckler8569]

Canceled my mav. Quality control is crap. Last f150 was a rust bucket...no thanks.

[@sylvainlaurence1554]

Rust treatment is the answer…

[@gregb9264]

Two completely different plants that deal with those two trucks

[@the305hauler]

Booyah, 👊😁👍🇺🇲🇨🇦🇲🇽

[@krbulldog]

Biggest problem is lack of quality control in Mexico. Make it in the US and I’ll get one

[@jmc6000]

That's funny as they never had a quailty problem before when they were making the Ford Fusion/Lincoln MKZ there just a few years ago

[@donniedraftdodger7457]

yeah ok there Wall supporter

[@miketrav]

The question is how these trucks run after five or six years that’s when the test will be if they’re real junk. We all know they’re using the cheapest parts possible so we’ll see

[@fredted1611]

Exactly just like the Toyota Prius, the first ones were junk after a few years.

[@mrsimpleesarcastik3494]

I wanted to get one and loved the idea, but after reading about dealer markups, rust issues, parts falling off, holes in gas tanks, stalling and not starting and now fire issues, Im passing,,,Ford blew it!

[@jmc6000]

1st not all dealers are doing markups especially on pre ordered trucks, 2nd there are no rust issues associated with the Maverick, 3rd parts falling off really??? Holes in the fuel tank have already been addressed and taken care of and finally the fire issue is really a non issue covered in my upcoming video.

[@eazypeazy7743]

I’ll get it once they come out with a maverick 4x4 hybrid. They have a f150 hybrid 4x4. I don’t see why they can’t do the same.

[@jmc6000]

I believe the Ranger Hybrid is coming 1st before we see a Maverick Hybrid AWD

[@TwilightZoneX]

Thank you so much for the common sense logical approach.

[@palebeachbum]

Informative video. Thank you for the details and for showing what's what under the hood.

[@johnsenese6002]

16 or 60k?

[@jmc6000]

16

[@johnsenese6002]

@@jmc6000 ok it sounded like 60. I was thinking holy cow that's a lot of miles 😂

[@stephendoing2253]

Cold air intakes are worthless without a tune. K&N factory replacement airfilter makes more sense

[@jmc6000]

It would but a K&N factory drop in filter is not available for the Hybrid

[@josephsperato5645]

Great video. I live in Syracuse NY and it can get really cold here. I heard about the surging issue and glowing cat. This issue only occurs during a remote start and excessive idling time. Should I order one or forget it . We have brutal winters in upstate New York..

[@jmc6000]

I would say go for it since Ford has already resolved the issue on future builds of the Maverick Hybrid

[@chesucat]

We can't get Ford Maverick Hybrid in our neck of the woods, only those EcoBoom engines with all their problem. Due to a combination of high demand and global supply-chain constraints, not all models and trims or features are available to order. Contact your dealer for available inventory stock or future availability.

[@oldgunowner]

I ordered a maverick Dec 1st. It is built and is at the Ford prep center being peeped before going to my dealer. I was told by my dealer that the dealers could not order stock trucks. That because of demand only customer's can order mavericks. Because of this the only way a dealer could get a new Maverick is if a customer backs out of his purchase the dealer then take it and sell it on their lot, and Mark it up as they wish. The only other way they receive new Mavericks is that Ford does sometimes build extra vehicles and will allerting the dealer that some are coming the dealers way, so they want them. The dealer has no say in how these random trucks are built, just do you want it to sell or not. My dealer has a customer refused truck in the showroom for customers to see and sit in. It was priced at $8K over sticker and was not to be sold until another customer backed out of an order of a truck that had arrived. When a customer orders a maverick they pay full MSRP but no more as per Ford. The dealer can not Mark up customer ordered trucks.

[@chesucat]

Welcome to Soviet America! Order a new vehicle and get it in 5 to 10 years.

[@buttsexandbananapeels]

I’ll be getting mine next summer and putting 1,000mi/mo.

[@buttsexandbananapeels]

Sorry: I meant 1k/wk. lol. 1k/mo is… grocery getting. I picked up a used Prius a few years ago and converted the back into a pull-out platform for tools and materials. I’ve carried plywood and drywall on the roof rack and have a shop trailer I pull with it. Loaded, gets 35mpg. The Maverick will actually be an upgrade in fuel economy and far roomier.