2022-2024 Ford Maverick Transmission Control Module Recall (25V133)
Ford Motor Company · 207 vehicles · Reported February 28, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 207 2022 Ford Escape; 2022-2024 Ford Maverick; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V133 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V133000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 25S16 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | February 28, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022 Ford Escape; 2022-2024 Ford Maverick; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair |
| Units affected | 207 |
| Build dates | August 27, 2021 to March 20, 2024 |
| Component | Power Train > Automatic Transmission > Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm) |
| Safety risk | A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick in recall 25V133?
The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2024 Maverick with recall 25V133?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the control module.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V133?
Recall 25V133 covers 207 vehicles: 2022 Ford Escape; 2022-2024 Ford Maverick; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair.
NHTSA lists 207 vehicles in this campaign, built August 27, 2021 to March 20, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Ford | Escape |
| 2022-2024 | Ford | Maverick |
| 2021-2022 | Lincoln | Corsair |
What is the fix for the Maverick transmission control module recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.
When was recall 25V133 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V133 to NHTSA on February 28, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as April 11, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 27, 2021 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| March 20, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| February 28, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V133000. |
| April 11, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 19 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 936 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 25V133?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V133 is open on your Maverick, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Maverick owners do about recall 25V133?
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 25V133000 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.
- Write down when symptoms involving the control module happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- 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 604 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 115 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 25V133 was reported on February 28, 2025, owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 9 of them (11%) 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 transmission and were received on or after February 28, 2025, 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 transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 604 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 115 of them involve the transmission. 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.
- 2022 Ford Escape: 232 complaints in total, 31 about the transmission
- 2022 Ford Maverick: 150 complaints in total, 40 about the transmission
- 2023 Ford Maverick: 81 complaints in total, 17 about the transmission
- 2024 Ford Maverick: 72 complaints in total, 18 about the transmission
- 2022 Lincoln Corsair: 35 complaints in total, 4 about the transmission
- 2021 Lincoln Corsair: 34 complaints in total, 5 about the transmission
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Was not able to put the car in reverse. Had to be pulled out of driveway by another truck. When driving forward the engine was very loud RPMs were in the beginning of the red zone. Took car straight to dealer. Told the transmission fluid sensor was broken.
2022 Ford Maverick owner, PA, NHTSA complaint 11634353, filed January 6, 2025
Front CV axles. Front end shakes really bad at 30-50 mph. Dealer changed front passenger side CV axle but it still shakes really bad. I'll be bringing it back to the dealership, but warranty expires soon they need to have a recall and a better replacement part for this fix.
2022 Ford Maverick owner, LA, NHTSA complaint 11634785, filed January 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly shifted out of drive. The contact pulled over; however, the transmission failed to shift to park(P). The contact activated the parking brake and disconnected the battery to park the vehicle.
2022 Ford Maverick owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11636047, filed January 15, 2025
Can recall 25V133 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 25V133000 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))?
Transmission problems tend to come back. Harsh shifts, slipping, delayed engagement and sudden loss of drive power often return after a dealer reflashes software or replaces a part, and each return trip to the dealer is another repair attempt on the record.
This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same control module again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2022-2024 Ford Maverick has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 24V330000.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
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 25V133
Did the recall 25V133 fix work?
Since recall 25V133 was reported on February 28, 2025, owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 9 of them (11%) 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 April 11, 2025.
Is the 25V133000 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 25V133000?
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.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
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 25V133000 (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, Lincoln. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.