NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release Safety Ratings
The 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release scores 85 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 21 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Ford Maverick HEV Later Release achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, positioning it firmly within the Strong safety band. This assessment is bolstered by an absence of recalls and consistently solid crash-test scores from NHTSA. However, its overall safety standing is notably tempered by a weaker sub-score in avoidance technology.
The 2025 Ford Maverick HEV Later Release holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release ranks 74 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 85 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 21 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 74 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release?
Zero recalls mark a strong start for the 2025 Ford Maverick HEV Later Release, contributing to its 15 out of 20 defect record sub-score. This model year achieves an 85 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Strong band. Crash protection is a significant factor in this rating, scoring 66 out of a possible 70 points. This is largely due to the 5-star frontal and 5-star side crash-test results published by NHTSA. The Maverick HEV's rollover performance also contributes to its structural integrity, with a 4-star rating and a 16-percent rollover risk, confirmed by a No Tip outcome on the dynamic test. The vehicle's avoidance technology, however, presents a clearer area for improvement, with a sub-score of 3.5 out of 10. While forward collision warning and electronic stability control are standard, the optional nature of lane departure warning limits its overall credit in this category. The 21 owner complaints, some concerning the Forward Collision Avoidance system, will require continued observation as more data becomes available for this variant.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Ford Maverick HEV Later Release achieved a strong 5-star rating for both frontal and side impact protection in federal crash tests. The overall rating for the vehicle is 4 out of 5 stars. Its rollover assessment is 4 stars, reflecting a 16 percent risk of rollover in the agency's dynamic tip-test, which did not result in a tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20338
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2025 Ford Maverick HEV Later Release. Zero recalls have been issued against this specific model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive directives associated with it at this time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release?
Owners have filed 21 unverified allegations with NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (6 reports), followed by Power Train, Service Brakes, Engine, and Forward Collision Avoidance, each with 3 reported complaints. Two alleged crashes and one alleged death are included in that total.
21 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release?
Zero recalls are currently on file, a notable point for a one-year-old vehicle. Shoppers, however, should always run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database prior to purchase, as new campaigns can open at any time. It is essential to confirm that no remedy is pending and to review the complaint record for any patterns relevant to intended use.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2025 Ford Maverick HEV Later Release, a clean defect record that contributes to its 15 out of 20 defect-record sub-score.
- NHTSA awarded perfect 5-star scores in both the frontal and side crash-test categories for this model year, making crash protection the strongest component of the 85-point Safety Index.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 3.5 out of 10 is the single largest gap in this model year's Index, driven by lane departure warning being optional rather than standard on this variant.
- Twenty-one unverified owner complaints include 3 allegations specifically targeting the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a detail worth noting given that forward collision warning is listed as both standard and optional depending on trim, suggesting inconsistent feature deployment across units.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release places
The 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release safety questions
Was the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 21 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Ford Maverick Hev Later Release. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
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| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20338), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Maverick Hev Later Release 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 74 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.