Ford Recalls 8,650 2022 Maverick Hybrid Trucks

A loose 12V battery cable terminal can cause loss of drive power and steering and brake assist.

Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Trucks

Ford Recalls 8,650 2022 Maverick Hybrid Trucks

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Ford is recalling 8,650 2022 Maverick hybrid trucks because the 12V positive battery cable terminal may become loose or detach. Ford said it is unaware of any crashes or injuries caused by the problem.

Why it matters

A loose or detached terminal can cause loss of power steering assist, power brake assist, exterior lighting, and drive power, all of which affect vehicle control on the road. Owners of affected trucks in the United States should check whether their vehicle is included in the recall.

Ford is recalling 8,650 2022 Maverick hybrid trucks affected by a 12V positive battery cable terminal problem. The company has not said what caused the terminal to loosen or detach, and the scope of any other affected model years is not stated.

The players

Ford Motor Company

Ford is a major American automaker headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, known for its F-Series pickups and the Maverick compact truck.

The details

The 12V positive battery cable terminal may become loose or detach, which can cause loss of power steering assist, power brake assist, exterior lighting, and drive power. Drivers may see a warning message on the instrument cluster, and dealers will replace the 12V battery cable at no cost to owners.

Impacted owners will be notified by letter starting Nov. 23.

Roadmap

This recall follows the standard NHTSA-supervised pattern in which manufacturers identify a defect, notify owners, and remedy it at no cost. It adds to the record of hybrid pickup recalls as automakers expand electrified versions of mainstream trucks.

Owners of 2022 Maverick hybrids should check whether their Vehicle Identification Number is included in the recall using the NHTSA website. Dealers will replace the 12V battery cable at no cost once the owner is notified.

The takeaway

Check your Vehicle Identification Number on the NHTSA website if you own a 2022 Maverick hybrid, since owners will be notified by letter starting Nov. 23 and the repair is free.