2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid Transmission Control Module Recall (25V881)
Ford Motor Company · 87 vehicles · Reported December 18, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 87 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid 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 25V881 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V881000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 24S33 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 18, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid |
| Units affected | 87 |
| 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 Hybrid in recall 25V881?
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 Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles. 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 Hybrid with recall 25V881?
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.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Maverick Hybrid shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the control module, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V881?
Recall 25V881 covers 87 vehicles: 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid.
NHTSA lists 87 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2024 | Ford | Maverick Hybrid |
What is the fix for the Maverick Hybrid 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 February 12, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 15, 2026. This is an expansion of Recalls 24V330 (24S33) and 25V133 (25S16).
When was recall 25V881 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V881 to NHTSA on December 18, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as February 12, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2021 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| December 18, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V881000. |
| February 12, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 9 months ago. If your Maverick Hybrid was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Maverick Hybrid is part of recall 25V881?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V881 is open on your Maverick Hybrid, 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 25V881000. 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 Hybrid owners do about recall 25V881?
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 25V881000 applies to your Maverick Hybrid.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any control module 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 Hybrid owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 831 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 278 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 25V881 was reported on December 18, 2025, owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 5 of them (18%) 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 December 18, 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 831 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 278 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 Maverick Hybrid: 466 complaints in total, 138 about the transmission
- 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid: 262 complaints in total, 113 about the transmission
- 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid: 103 complaints in total, 27 about the transmission
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Engine Service warning appeared this morning and the vehicle immediately lost power to a maximum of 20 mph. The same thing happened approximately 2.5 months ago. A Ford dealership technician checked it out could not find an issue and cancelled the check engine light.
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11634207, filed January 5, 2025
The vehicle started to shake and in the span of 1 month started shaking violently. Only happens when accelerating. Upon googling it looks to be a axle, cv axle, or some axle joint issue.. called ford and they do not want to change it due to salvage..
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11638160, filed January 23, 2025
I was driving along in slow traffic on the highway and lost ALL power to my truck and it just stop. No electrical, no drive. There is a recall for this but apparently it did not include my VIN.
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11641317, filed February 7, 2025
Can recall 25V881 make my Maverick Hybrid 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.
Owners often ask whether this control module recall means their Maverick Hybrid qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (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 Hybrid has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 24V330000, 25V133000.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Maverick Hybrid 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.
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.
Has your Maverick Hybrid been back to the dealer for this problem?
Call 877-536-6620Frequently asked questions about recall 25V881
Did the recall 25V881 fix work?
Since recall 25V881 was reported on December 18, 2025, owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 5 of them (18%) 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 February 12, 2026.
Is the 25V881000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Maverick Hybrid is part of recall 25V881000?
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 25V881000 (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.