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Ford Maverick Hybrid recalled for possible loose 12-volt cable

Ford is recalling about 8,650 certain 2022 Maverick Hybrid vehicles. The 12-volt positive battery cable terminal may become loose or detach. That can cause loss of drive power, power steering assist, power brake assist, or exterior lighting, which can increase the risk of a crash.

From the NHTSA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Ford Motor Company recalls

What to do

  1. Contact a Ford dealer to have the 12-volt battery cable replaced free of charge.
  2. Check whether your vehicle is included by entering its VIN at NHTSA.gov. VINs became searchable on November 9, 2026.
  3. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 23, 2026. You can also call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 about recall 26S81.
Official notice ↗

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Product
2022 FORD MAVERICK HYBRID

Details

Units affected
8650
Recall number
26V724000

In the NHTSA's words

Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick Hybrid vehicles. The 12V positive battery cable terminal may become loose or detach, which can cause a loss of electrical systems (including power steering assist, power brake assist, and exterior lighting) or a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power, power brake assist, power steering assist, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
Hazard
A loss of drive power, power brake assist, power steering assist, or exterior lighting can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the 12V battery cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S81. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.

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