2024 Ford Maverick Vehicle Tether Anchor Recall (24V778)
Ford Motor Company · 6 vehicles · Reported October 18, 2024
Ford Motor Company is recalling 6 2024 Ford Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems." A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V778 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V778000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 24C33 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | October 18, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2024 Ford Maverick |
| Units affected | 6 |
| Build dates | August 28, 2024 to August 28, 2024 |
| Component | Child Seat > Vehicle Tether Anchor |
| Safety risk | A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Ford Maverick in recall 24V778?
The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Maverick with recall 24V778?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Maverick shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the vehicle tether anchor, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V778?
Recall 24V778 covers 6 vehicles: 2024 Ford Maverick.
NHTSA lists 6 vehicles in this campaign, built August 28, 2024 to August 28, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ford | Maverick |
What is the fix for the Maverick vehicle tether anchor recall?
Yes. Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge.
Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C33.
When was recall 24V778 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 24V778 to NHTSA on October 18, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as December 4, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 28, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| August 28, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| October 18, 2024 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V778000. |
| December 4, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 23 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 0 days. If your Maverick was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Maverick is part of recall 24V778?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V778 is open on your Maverick, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 24V778000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Maverick owners do about recall 24V778?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V778000 applies to your Maverick.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ford dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any vehicle tether anchor symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Maverick owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 14 of them about the other equipment.
Since recall 24V778 was reported on October 18, 2024, owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the other equipment on these vehicles. 3 of them (23%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the other equipment and were received on or after October 18, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related other equipment issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 72 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 14 of them involve the other equipment. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Ford Maverick: 72 complaints in total, 14 about the other equipment
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Driving my Tremor off road and got a flat tire. Discovered the OE jack does not lift vehicle high enough off the ground to allow removal of tire in case of a flat. I believe it is due to fact that vehicle comes with a 1inch lift and tremor specific tires.
2024 Ford Maverick owner, NM, NHTSA complaint 11641142, filed February 6, 2025
Vehicle lost power and service engine light came on, transmission speed sensor, powertrain control system, PCM communication error, the second time it said pre-collision assist and powertrain malfunction reduce power. The first time it happened they replaced the transmission, the second time it completely stalled, and they could not duplicate the problem.
2024 Ford Maverick owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11656894, filed April 25, 2025
*front cv axle. Both sides, yes inspection available and ford inspection report available. *unsafe to drive. When accelerating above 40 truck shakes badly. *yes problem confirmed by dealership. *has been inspected by dealers mechanic. *no warning lights, noticed at 50k miles, no warnings.
2024 Ford Maverick owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11694190, filed October 17, 2025
Can recall 24V778 make my Maverick a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V778000 does not automatically make your Maverick a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
What matters for a lemon law claim is not the recall label but whether the defect substantially impairs the 2024 Ford Maverick and whether the dealer can fix it in a reasonable number of tries.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024 Ford Maverick has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Maverick went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V778
Did the recall 24V778 fix work?
Since recall 24V778 was reported on October 18, 2024, owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the other equipment on these vehicles. 3 of them (23%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed December 4, 2024.
Is the 24V778000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Maverick is part of recall 24V778000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V778000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.