2022-2026 Ford Maverick recall 24V293 (taillights) and 24V684 (frozen camera): 2 crashes confirmed. CA lemon law may entitle you to a buyback.
The 2022-2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid was supposed to be the sensible, affordable pickup: fuel-efficient, practical, and easy to live with. For many owners, it has been anything but. Over the lifespan of the 2022 and 2023 model years, Ford has issued a chain of three separate safety recalls for the same problem: the 2.5-liter hybrid engine's crankshaft bearing can fail, breach the engine block, and start a fire. Twenty-six fires were confirmed across the fleet before the third recall (NHTSA 25V345) was issued in May 2025. Ford even told owners not to park their Mavericks inside structures, whether attached garages, parking structures, or car washes, because the fire risk was that serious. That fire chain alone would be enough for many owners to want out. The Maverick Hybrid has a second major recall story running in parallel: its Hybrid Powertrain Control Module software was corrupted by a routine service update in January 2024, causing vehicles to suddenly drop into neutral and coast to a stop on highways. Ford has had to recall that problem twice (24V330 and 25V133) because the first software fix did not hold. Layered on top are dozens of smaller documented failures: 12-volt batteries that fail without warning, an instrument cluster that hides safety alerts, a backup camera that freezes, and lighting defects that left drivers invisible to other motorists. Most have required two rounds of recall repairs because the first fix was inadequate. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act exists for exactly this pattern. If your 2022-2026 Maverick Hybrid has been back to the dealer more than once for the same issue, or has spent weeks in the shop, you may have grounds for a full repurchase.
The issues owners report most, ranked by severity — each one verified against a cited NHTSA source.
Engine warning light, rough running, engine stalls or loses power; in severe cases smoke or fire from under the hood. Vehicle may continue moving via electric motor after engine fails, allowing vapor/oil buildup that ignites.
Clunking or looseness from front suspension; in severe cases front wheel changes angle unexpectedly; vehicle pulls or wanders; total loss of steering control possible.
While driving, vehicle unexpectedly loses acceleration power (wrench light appears), coasts to a stop, and shifts itself into park. Limp mode limited to 30 mph. Can occur at highway speeds. Multiple dealer visits with same or recurring issue.
Vehicle stalls unexpectedly, especially at auto stop/start; no-start condition; complete loss of electrical accessories including hazard lights; battery warning light. May leave driver stranded without warning.
Dashboard warning lights do not illuminate when they should; gauges appear blank or incorrect; safety alerts (airbag, brake, speed) not shown. Driver unaware of underlying vehicle faults.
Backup camera screen freezes on a static image while vehicle is in reverse; camera image may go blank or remain on after vehicle exits reverse. Near-miss incidents with pedestrians and objects reported. Driver cannot trust displayed image.
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Open any defect for the symptoms and why it matters for a California lemon-law claim. Each is tied to a cited NHTSA source.
Engine warning light, rough running, engine stalls or loses power; in severe cases smoke or fire from under the hood. Vehicle may continue moving via electric motor after engine fails, allowing vapor/oil buildup that ignites.
Three successive recalls (22V484 → 23V380 → 25V345) for the same fire defect across 2022-2023 MY, with confirmed fires occurring even after repair attempts. 26 total fires documented. Multiple repair attempts for a safety-critical fire defect is strong lemon-law evidence. Do-not-park-in-structures advisory issued.
Engine long-block replacement (2022 MY) or PCM software update (2023 MY); if prior repair failed, additional PCM update under 25V345.
While driving, vehicle unexpectedly loses acceleration power (wrench light appears), coasts to a stop, and shifts itself into park. Limp mode limited to 30 mph. Can occur at highway speeds. Multiple dealer visits with same or recurring issue.
Two recalls (24V330 → 25V133) for identical defect with same root cause; a service update introduced the defect. Loss of drive power at highway speed is safety-critical. Owners who returned for second repair of same symptom have a documented repair history.
HPCM software update; if prior fix insufficient, second update under 25V133.
Vehicle stalls unexpectedly, especially at auto stop/start; no-start condition; complete loss of electrical accessories including hazard lights; battery warning light. May leave driver stranded without warning.
NHTSA opened formal investigation (PE24-002) after 31 complaints; 917 Ford warranty claims. Software fix (24V267) proved inadequate; physical battery recall (25V019) followed. Chain of failed repairs across multiple recall campaigns is strong lemon-law evidence. Loss of hazard lights during a stall is a secondary safety hazard.
BCM/PCM recalibration (24V267); if insufficient, physical replacement of Camel-brand battery with Ford AGM battery (25V019). Out-of-pocket owners reimbursed.
Dashboard warning lights do not illuminate when they should; gauges appear blank or incorrect; safety alerts (airbag, brake, speed) not shown. Driver unaware of underlying vehicle faults.
Two recalls (24V140 → 25V123) for same defect; 165 warranty claims before recall. FMVSS non-compliance is a significant safety finding. ~63,000 Maverick HEV units affected.
IPC software update at no charge; if prior fix insufficient, repeat update under 25V123.
Backup camera screen freezes on a static image while vehicle is in reverse; camera image may go blank or remain on after vehicle exits reverse. Near-miss incidents with pedestrians and objects reported. Driver cannot trust displayed image.
Two recalls (24V684 → 25V442) for same back-over camera system. 30+ NHTSA complaints on 2023 MY for this issue. Frozen/blank camera is a FMVSS back-over prevention violation. Owners who had camera issues recur after recall repair have documented repeat-repair history.
CTR software update to G2.2 or later (24V684); additional software update for blank/persistent image (25V442).
Rear tail lights go dark without warning (driver not alerted); rear turn signal stops functioning without the normal fast-blink indicator inside the vehicle to alert the driver. Other drivers cannot see vehicle intentions.
Four recall campaigns covering two distinct BCM lighting failures — each with a first recall and a follow-up when the fix proved inadequate. Lighting failures are safety-critical and FMVSS violations. Documented pattern of failed BCM software repairs across multiple systems.
BCM software updates (separate campaigns for each bug); repeat updates if prior fix failed.
Water accumulates in passenger footwell(s); musty smell or visible black mold growth under carpet, behind dash, and in HVAC vents; defroster performs poorly; electrical shorts or warning lights after getting wet.
25V884 formal recall on 2025 MY with 119 NHTSA complaints as of Jan 2026. Mold in HVAC system is a habitability issue and can implicate California health/safety standards. Airbag wiring exposure due to water is a secondary safety concern.
Body resealing; HVAC decontamination; remedy not fully specified as of research date.
Clunking or looseness from front suspension; in severe cases front wheel changes angle unexpectedly; vehicle pulls or wanders; total loss of steering control possible.
NHTSA issued do-not-drive advisory for recalled vehicles. Loss of vehicle control is the most severe safety consequence. Recall active as of research date. Owners who cannot drive their vehicle pending repair are effectively out of use.
Dealer inspection and repair of front lower control arm ball joints.
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Front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or improperly repaired; ball joint can disconnect from knuckle, causing loss of vehicle control.
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Body sealing failure at windshield cowl, firewall seams, and HVAC intake allows water to enter passenger footwell and HVAC system; causes black mold, electrical damage, and airbag wiring exposure.
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Rearview camera displays blank image or remains on after exiting reverse; follow-up to 24V684.
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Engine failure releases oil and fuel vapor near ignition sources; third recall action for vehicles where prior 23V380 repair failed.
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HPCM neutral-shift defect recurs; second recall for vehicles where 24V330 repair failed.
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IPC fails to illuminate properly; second recall for vehicles where 24V140 repair failed.
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Turn signal flash-rate failure persists; second recall for vehicles where 23V848 repair failed.
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BCM deactivates rear tail lights; second recall for vehicles where 24V293 repair failed.
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Camel-brand 12V starter batteries have plate lugs too close to strap walls, causing internal cracking and sudden catastrophic failure; vehicles stall at auto stop/start.
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Memory leak in Connected Touch Radio software (versions prior to G2.2) causes rearview camera image to freeze while vehicle is in reverse; displays false vehicle position.
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HPCM software triggers erroneous Park Motor Position Sensor DTC (U1010/U1011), forcing transmission into neutral while driving; vehicle coasts to stop and autonomously shifts to park.
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BCM software inadvertently deactivates one or both rear tail lights without alerting the driver.
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BCM and PCM cannot detect degraded/failed 12V Enhanced Flooded Battery due to high underhood temperatures causing internal corrosion; undetected failure leads to vehicle stall.
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Software error causes instrument panel cluster to fail illuminating warning lights, gauges, and safety information; violates FMVSS 101, 102, 105, 108, and 208.
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BCM software fails to adjust turn signal flash rate when rear turn signal stops functioning, providing no driver notification of the failure.
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Crankshaft bearing failure in 2.5L HEV engines breaches engine block or oil pan. Hybrid electric portion keeps vehicle in motion after engine failure, enabling continued oil/fuel vapor accumulation that can ignite.
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2.5L HEV engine crankshaft bearing may fail prematurely, causing breach of engine block or oil pan. Hybrid electric motor may continue driving vehicle after engine failure, allowing oil/fuel vapor to accumulate near ignition sources.
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Software error causes integrated trailer brake controller to fail to apply trailer brakes when towing, resulting in extended stopping distance.
Every item below comes from this vehicle's documented defects. The more you recognize, the more a free case review is worth your time.
California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act — the state lemon law — requires manufacturers to repair defects that substantially impair a vehicle's use, value, or safety within the warranty period. If they cannot fix the problem after a reasonable number of attempts, you are entitled to a full repurchase or a replacement vehicle. For safety defects — like an engine fire risk or sudden loss of drive power — California presumes two repair attempts may be enough. For other substantial defects, four attempts or 30 or more cumulative days out of service trigger the same presumption. The Maverick Hybrid's record — three recall campaigns for the same fire defect, two campaigns for the same HPCM neutral-shift defect, two campaigns for the same 12V battery failure, and two campaigns for the same backup camera defect — means many owners already have documented multiple repair attempts on the same underlying problem. If you qualify, Ford pays your attorney's fees. Many California lemon law cases cost the owner nothing to pursue. The information above is general in nature and is not legal advice; results depend on the specific facts and dates of your case.
“Could not duplicate” doesn't mean the defect isn't real. Here's exactly what to do to protect a potential California lemon-law claim.
Document the moment it happens. Photos, video, and screenshots of any warning lights — with the date and the mileage.
Get a repair order every visit — even “found nothing.” That paperwork is the foundation of a claim.
Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Note any recall that has no available remedy yet.
Track your out-of-service days. California law counts the cumulative days your vehicle spends in the shop.
Keep loaner & rental records. Alternate-transport paperwork during long repairs matters.
Save everything in one place. Symptoms, dates, repair orders, and every repeat visit — the intermittent ones especially.
If the dealer closes your repair order as 'unable to duplicate' (UTD) or 'no trouble found' (NTF), these steps protect your lemon-law rights: 1. Before every visit, write down the exact warning message word for word, the date and time, your mileage, and recent driving context (highway, stop-and-go, recent DC fast charge, recent service update). Photographs of dashboard warnings are powerful evidence. 2. Ask the dealer to print all stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes — including historical and pending codes — even if the symptom has cleared. A code like U1010 or U1011 in memory is the fingerprint of the HPCM neutral-shift defect; P0402 and P2C22 codes point to HEV-specific failures. 3. Ask specifically whether the applicable recall or TSB has been applied. For the fire chain, that means 22V484, 23V380, and 25V345. For the neutral shift, ask about 24V330 and 25V133. For the camera, ask about 24V684 and 25V442. A dealer who has not applied the most current campaign may not find the problem because the affected software or hardware is still in place. 4. Keep every repair order — even UTD ones. Under California's Song-Beverly Act, a visit where the dealer cannot reproduce the problem still counts as a repair attempt. The cumulative count matters. 5. If your vehicle is under the ball-joint do-not-drive advisory (26V340, affecting 2025-2026 MY), get that advisory in writing from the dealer and document the days your truck is unavailable. Days out of service count toward the 30-day lemon-law presumption.
A truck with 26 documented engine fires, three recall campaigns that could not cure the defect, and a second major safety recall that also required two attempts is not a truck with isolated quality issues — it is a truck with a documented pattern of failed repairs. The Maverick Hybrid also introduced a category of recall harm that is easy to overlook: Ford's own January 2024 service update created the HPCM neutral-shift defect. Owners who brought their trucks in for routine service left with a new problem. If your Maverick Hybrid has been back to the dealer for any of these issues, pull your repair orders and count the visits. The threshold for a California lemon law claim may be closer than you think.
— The Margarian Law team
Has your Maverick Hybrid been in for the engine fire recalls, the neutral-shift problem, or repeat electrical issues? If Ford's repairs have not held — or if you have lost count of how many times your truck has been in the shop for the same complaint — your service history may already meet the threshold for a California buyback. The review is free. Find out where you stand.
Likely yes, if you own a 2022 or 2023 Maverick Hybrid. There have been three separate NHTSA recall campaigns for the same fire defect: 22V484 (July 2022), 23V380 (May 2023), and 25V345 (May 2025). The root cause is a crankshaft bearing in the 2.5-liter hybrid engine that can fail prematurely and breach the engine block. Because the electric motor can keep the vehicle moving after the gas engine fails, oil and fuel vapor continue to build and can ignite. Twenty-six fires have been confirmed across the fleet. Ford issued a do-not-park-in-structures advisory for affected vehicles. You can verify your vehicle's recall status by entering your VIN at nhtsa.gov. If your truck has been in for one of these recalls and the problem recurred, that is relevant to a potential lemon law claim.
Yes. NHTSA recall 24V330 (May 2024) and follow-up recall 25V133 (February 2025) both address this exact symptom. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module software — updated by Ford in January 2024 — can erroneously detect a fault on the Park Motor Position Sensor and force the transmission into neutral while the truck is in motion. The vehicle coasts to a stop and autonomously shifts into park. Drivers retain steering and brakes but lose all acceleration — including at highway speed. If you experienced this after a routine dealer service visit in early 2024 or later, the service update itself may have introduced the defect. Two recall campaigns covering 2022-2024 model years were required because the first software fix was not fully effective.
Stalling and no-start conditions on the Maverick Hybrid are most commonly linked to 12-volt battery failure — a problem significant enough that Ford issued two separate recalls. NHTSA 24V267 (April 2024) covered a software deficiency in which the body control and powertrain control modules could not detect when the 12V EFB battery was degrading due to high underhood temperatures. The software fix proved inadequate. NHTSA 25V019 (January 2025) followed with a physical battery replacement recall, after it was discovered that batteries manufactured by a supplier called Camel had an internal design flaw causing sudden, complete failure. When the 12V battery fails, the truck can stall at auto stop/start, lose all electrical accessories including hazard lights, and leave you stranded. If your truck has stalled more than once or required a battery replacement that did not hold, that repair history matters.
Yes. NHTSA recall 24V684 (September 2024) covers a software memory leak in the Connected Touch Radio system that causes the rearview camera image to freeze on a static image while the truck is in reverse — showing you where your vehicle was, not where it is. A frozen camera image increases the risk of backing into a person or object and violates Federal safety standard FMVSS 111. A follow-up recall, 25V442 (June 2025), was subsequently issued for vehicles where the prior fix was incomplete — in those cases the camera either shows a blank image or stays on after the truck has already moved forward. If you had this issue repaired and it came back, both visits count toward a potential lemon law claim.
It may, depending on your repair history. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act creates a legal presumption that a vehicle is a lemon when a manufacturer has made two or more repair attempts for a safety defect (such as engine fire risk or sudden loss of drive power), or four or more attempts for any other substantial defect, or when the vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more days cumulatively during the warranty period. The Maverick Hybrid's track record — three fire recalls, two neutral-shift recalls, two 12V battery recalls, two backup-camera recalls, and two instrument-cluster recalls — means many owners already have documented multiple repair attempts on the same underlying problems. Even if each individual visit addressed a different recall campaign, courts and attorneys look at the cumulative repair history for a given defect. If you qualify, Ford is responsible for paying your attorney fees. Many California lemon law cases cost the owner nothing to pursue.
An 'unable to duplicate' result does not mean the problem does not exist — and under California law it does not end your rights. Here is what to do: (1) Request a printed copy of all stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes from that visit, even if the dashboard light is now off. Codes like U1010 and U1011 point to the HPCM neutral-shift defect even after symptoms clear. (2) Ask the dealer whether the most current recall remedy has been applied to your VIN — for example, whether 25V345 superseded an earlier fire-recall repair that was done on your truck. (3) Keep the repair order even if it says 'NTF' or 'UTD.' That visit still counts as a repair attempt under Song-Beverly. (4) Document everything — date, mileage, the warning you saw, and what the dealer said. A pattern of UTD results on the same complaint is itself evidence of a defect that Ford's techs cannot fix.
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