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Ford Maverick Early Release Safety
NHTSA safety across every Ford Maverick Early Release model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Ford Maverick Early Release we cover (2025 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 87 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The 2025 Ford Maverick Early Release has not yet been rated by NHTSA, with no crash-test results, recalls, or owner complaints on file. Shoppers considering this model will need to await the publication of federal safety data to assess its performance in protecting occupants.
The 2025 Ford Maverick Early Release achieved 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side barrier crash tests, indicating robust protection in these common collision types. This contributes to an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing the model in the Strong safety band. Rollover resistance received 4 out of 5 stars; while not perfect, this is a respectable outcome for a vehicle that, despite riding lower than traditional trucks, still carries a higher center of gravity. No recalls have been issued for the 2025 model year to date, providing a clean record early in its release. Owner complaints total 20, with 3 alleging crashes, 1 alleging a fire, and 1 alleging injuries. No fatalities have been reported. While these complaints are unverified and represent a small sample for a new vehicle, the reported fire and injury incidents warrant continued observation as more units enter service. The strong crash-test performance sets a solid safety foundation for this model.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Maverick as a smart, accessible entry that punches above its price point in everyday usability. Most praise its approachable size and car-like driving manners, while noting the trucklet format involves some real-world compromises. Overall sentiment trends positive, with particular appreciation for how well it fits urban and suburban ownership patterns.
- The 2025 Maverick Early Release earns a Strong-band NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it among the more capable performers in its class on federal safety metrics.
- Frontal and side crash-test scores are both a maximum 5 out of 5 stars, meaning it performs at the top of the federal testing scale in the collision types most likely to affect real-world occupants.
- Rollover protection is rated 4 out of 5 stars, a solid but not perfect result. Shoppers who frequently carry loads or passengers should factor this into their evaluation.
- Zero recalls have been issued for the 2025 model year so far, which is a clean early record. However, 20 owner complaints have been filed including 3 alleged crashes and 1 alleged fire. These are unverified, but worth tracking as the ownership base expands.