MODEL
Ford Maverick Hev Later Release
NHTSA safety across every Ford Maverick Hev Later Release model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Ford Maverick Hev Later Release we cover (2025 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 85 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The Ford Maverick Hybrid is a compact unibody pickup that punches well above its class in practicality and fuel efficiency. Aimed at urban and suburban buyers who want truck versatility without full-size bulk, the 2025 model carries Ford's hybrid powertrain as standard equipment. It occupies a nearly segment-defining position as one of the few affordable small pickups in the current US market, attracting first-time truck buyers and downsizers alike.
At MotorCaliber, we focus strictly on the safety picture, and the 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid gives buyers a genuinely encouraging story to consider. The model earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, landing it firmly in our Strong band. The crash-test star ratings back that up: a perfect 5 out of 5 in both the frontal and side disciplines, with a solid 4 out of 5 in rollover resistance. That rollover score is worth noting in context. The Maverick rides on a car-based unibody platform, which typically supports better rollover geometry than body-on-frame trucks, but a 4-star result means shoppers should not assume it is flawless in that category. On the recall front, the 2025 model year carries zero recalls across our covered window, which is a clean slate worth acknowledging. Owner complaints total 21 across covered years, a modest figure for any vehicle in active production. Within those complaints, two involve crash allegations, one involves a fire allegation, and one involves a death allegation. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA, not confirmed findings, but they are real signals that attentive shoppers should weigh. The overall safety profile here is strong, particularly on crash-test performance, and the zero-recall record for 2025 adds meaningful peace of mind for early buyers.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Maverick Hybrid as a clever and well-executed entry in the compact pickup space, praising its car-like driving manners and practical bed in a manageable footprint. Most professional assessments highlight its value proposition and ease of daily use, while noting that cargo and towing capability are appropriately modest compared to larger trucks.
- The 2025 Maverick Hybrid earns a strong NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, with perfect 5-star scores in both frontal and side crash testing, making it one of the better-performing compact pickups in federal safety assessments.
- The rollover rating of 4 out of 5 stars is solid but not perfect. Shoppers who prioritize rollover safety, particularly those in regions with challenging road conditions, should factor that score into their decision.
- The 2025 model year carries zero NHTSA recalls within our covered window, a clean record that is especially reassuring for buyers considering an early purchase of this model year.
- Twenty-one owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA across covered years, including unverified allegations of 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 death. These are allegations only and have not been confirmed as defects, but shoppers should monitor NHTSA's complaints database for any updates as the model year matures.