5 Things The Ford Maverick Got Very Wrong 

All these “issues” can be solved by switching to decaf 😑😂

On page 47 of the Manual there is a procedure to disable the seatbelt warning.

My biggest issue with my Maverick is that it's still not here yet

Wow, this just shows how much we take for granted, these “problems” are not problems

Owned my Maverick Lariat with the Lux package for 2 months now and I have none of these issues or small grips 😂 All I have to say is that for the daily commute and helping haul the occasional small thing it’s an amazing truck with good gas mileage. Also, going through your manual or menu’s allows you to troubleshoot many things you might not like

The noise is meant for the blind folks that need to move about. When hybrids first came out, blind folks were getting creamed because they relied on hearing a car coming, in battery mode, the original hybrids were silent. So, the noise actually saves lives.

As a fellow cyclist and maverick owner, the water bottle complaint you have is crazy. Literally every single purist squirt water bottle fits In the door cubby like it was a factory intended fit. The door fits them better than any bottle cage I’ve had on any bike 😂

For me the rotary shifter (and all rotary shifters) is the biggest fail, especially in an emergency situation like having to quickly reverse if someone is backing and doesn't see you. You have to completely readjust your muscle memory from gear shifters.

HydroFlask and Iron Flask 20 and 24oz bottles fit perfectly into the door pockets. They snap into place and probably wouldn't even move if you got into an accident.

At 72 years old, every car I've driven, and there have been many, I have always had to release the "emergency" brake manually every time I got in to go somewhere. Even 18 wheelers. Why would/should the Maverick be any different? Just push the button!

Wow 🖐😬. The Eco mode is only one I think is legitimate. The noise is so that people can hear/feel your electric vehicle driving around.

As a long term Prius owner let me tell you, hybrids are busy bodies that make noise all the time.

Somewhere a Ford engineer is having an aneurysm at someone complaining that the parking break stays on after the car is turned off and back on

I went from a 1990 to a 2022 and I gotta say, all these electronics and features are overkill. I miss the simplicity of older vehicles.

Issue #1 has NEVER been a problem in my XLT Lux FX4. It starts directly into the last display I had on (awd mode, tire pressure, fuel economy, etc. Issue #2 - yeah, sure. Hit the decaf tho because you are in the minority here. Issue #3 - see #2 "Issue" #4 - Is this your first Hybrid or EV? The "noise" is federally mandated. Issue #5 - Yep, it only fits the 22oz Hydroflask. A lot of us have complained to Ford about it.

Oh the first world problems we have nowadays, I am amazed you didn't say anything about the key. The noise is mandated for all electric/hybrid vehicles, it does it all the time (not just electric mode) up to about 20-25 mph. I have an XLT with the Lux Package and I love it. Yes a few of those you said are a little annoying but I have gotten used to them. I most always just use Normal Mode so the default to Normal doesn't bug me at all.

I have two kids . The seat belt system makes me easy to know what my kids doing.

What about the cheese holder; The one that goes together with all that whine!

Weird how your emergency brake stays on so your car doesn't accidentally run you over

WTF is wrong with this guy? He should be thankful he's got one. The rest of us are still waiting months/years!

Of course the Maverick makes you feel like a moron. Very intuitive from the Maverick. Also the eco mode does not give you the best mileage in all driving situations. If you read your owners manual it will tell you when to use eco mode.

Yep! The ECO mode and seat belt reminder being the two things that are the most irritating. Absolutely love the truck though. Ordered mine June 9, 2021 and took delivery on February 22, 2022.

I was thinking just yesterday, that i couldnt think of 1 thing to bitch about, about my xlt. It is more than i had hoped for. Each of your 5, also bug me a little, but dont rise to the level of "complaint". My only complaint about the water bottle thing, is how often i had to hear about it, while i waited for mine. I couldnt have imagined that anyone would think it was even worth mentioning. Looks like i missed that one. This is a fantastic little trucklet.

MTBs and the Maverick, my two most searched topics on RU-vid. I’m hoping by the time I pull the trigger on the Maverick they'll have these issues figured out.

While I dont necessarily think most of these complaints are serious problems, I appreciate the view from a different perspective. These are things nobody has talked about on a video. I do believe the drive mode should be addressed. Looks like the seatbelt screen can be disabled. I also agree the brake setting should shut off once car is turned off. Our new RAV4 shuts off the brake hold and defaults to eco mode every time the car is shut off.

Sounds pretty minor, though I do agree that they should fix some of these issues with software updates.

I have a regular non hybrid Maverick and not one of those problems apply to my truck.

Clearly you just haven’t gotten used to it yet. Auto hold is something you will definitely get used to. Seatbelt indicator can be turned off. Eco mode doesn’t really do anything anyway, just lugs the engine and kills your AC power. The hybrid noises are mandated from the government. It has to make noise to warn potential pedestrians of your approach when in electric mode. And lastly your water bottle situation is definitely a you problem cause any regular sized bottle I’ve used, fits no problem and like it was designed for it.

bros like the Gordon Ramsay of car nitpicking

This is the type of guy I’d expect to complain about these things 😂 Sweet truck thou

I worked for Ford for 5 years - in QA. Every now and then I'd come across a warranty problem and I'd propose a fix. Quite often though Engineering would tell me that the problem can't be fixed because it is stipulated in the Corporate Design manual that they have to go by.

Yes. It should be in economy mode unless you want to chose performance on your own.

I understand your frustrations. We have a MINI, it always put the car back into Normal mode regardless of the mode you had it in previously. In regards to some of the other issues, we had a Mazda CX-5 and it had the autobrake feature. Guess what? It always shut off after you shut off the car. I found it annoying because I wanted it on most of the time and I would pull up to a light and yep, autobrake not on. For me, whatever the settings were when I shut off the car, unless there is a safety concern, should be the same way the next time I start the car. The noise, sadly I think all hybrids make those weird noises. A Prius is one of the loudest vehicles I have ever driven slow in electric only mode. The good news, these are all definitely First World Problems.

You must have a one of a kind, I don't get that seat belt warning. A 20z bottle fits perfect in the door pocket and lastly, I love the brake hold stays on and use it every day. Can't say much about the drive modes have FX4

Be happy with your new vehicle. My daily is full of holes tailgate and bed sides strapped on with rachet straps, and is loud and getting 10mpg everywhere, and it's a V6. Those little issues aren't issues to me.

The brake hold is normal in any newer piece of mobile equipment. It's the new version of a parking brake. It's not supposed to let go unless someone releases it. Like a parking brake.

The button not latching is a thing but a little thing. When I road in one my water bottle fit perfectly. I've been waiting for 6 months and just got pushed to MY '23: Now THAT'S an issue.

Bro, my 2.0 Ecoboost literally doesn’t have any of the issues you bring up. And you are seriously digging for problems on the water bottle issue. I have Yeti water bottles and 20oz bottles I get from the store that fit perfectly.

Hi I have a 22 ecoboost model, But I don’t have that seatbelt screen on my model I do agree with you on the water bottles for the door tho, But I did want to ask how did you get a model with out the orange stuff on the inside I kind of don’t like mine with the orange accents did you take yours off or is that how you got yours?

The only real problem I see here is the fact that people are actually buying a CVT + hybrid transmission / engine. The gas savings will come out in the form of a needing another vehicle sooner than the eco boost version would.

You don't really want the Eco mode because it makes things slower and it just drives better in normal but that's my opinion in the EcoBoost version. I think eco mode is like for long road trips. It's like a one MPG difference probably, probably 0 mpg once you reach cruising speed. Because all eco mode really does is make it accelerate like you're driving I don't know an old Volkswagen or something

Any thoughts on the regenerative braking? I have heard/read that it can be very jerky or sudden and it's kind of turning me off from the vehicle. Also - how's the cabin noise when driving, particularly at higher speeds?

Solution 1: Turn car on. Press button. Solution 2: Turn car on. Press button 4 times. Solution 3: (side note): why... wouldn't the brake hold stay on? What if you are on a steeper part. You want it roll back? ...Anyway Press button Solution 4: Oh ok I mean that could be a little annoying maybe. Turn up radio Solution 5: You expect a hydroflask 64 oz to fit? A closed water bottle would work fine.

Number 4 is a traffic safety regulation for electric vehicles in alot of places, like Germany, and this is why Teslas used to be able to fart when driving at low speeds or when honking.

There should be a way to set up the car then have it remember your preferred settings every time. Ford could provide a firmware update to fix these things, but who knows when or if that will happen. But brake hold is not a setting; it's a temporary effect. It should be programmed to turn off when the vehicle is turned off.

I have one on the way (someday) but wondering if on your next video maybe include a clip of loading your bike on it just to see how it fits and looks

Blame the EPA for most of those issues. Vehicle was not EPA tested in ECO mode as default. Brake hold doesn't affect fuel mileage so it can stay on.

There is probably a valid engineering reason why the truck goes back to "normal" after a key cycle... not that it makes you feel better, but I think it is because the carmakers do the emissions/fuel economy certification in one mode ("Normal") and for it to be valid the vehicle must return to Normal on a new drive. If it stayed in Eco or Sport, I think then they would have to certify in each mode, which is a lot of development cost. This is a theory, I am not speaking for Ford.

It's my understanding that there is a procedure in the owners manual to turn off the seatbelt minder.

The only issue you rose that I can agree with is the drive mode one. The others are laughably knit picky.

One problem can be fixed by RTFM. Eco not staying is an annoyance. Coil whine is a thing you just have to deal with. Parking brakes are almost always manually released. Bottle issue is a You issue.

I've had my Maverick 2 months now and I 100% agree on the items you describe. I have 30 db loss of hearing and I have not noticed the ambulance chasing me! I'll listen more closely, I'm sure it is behind me. I also hate the small mirrors up in the corner of both rear view mirrors! The Maverick has a big problem with blind spots! Please add it to your list! When I started driving it I almost side swiped a car, by not intensely staring at the small mirrors. Granted I'm 75, but I should be able to see the car beside me in the big portion of the mirror. I believe the mirrors can be enhanced greatly by changing the optics! Economy mode should be the default mode! Please Henry, make it quality "ONE"! In other words, make ECO mode #1!

The spaceship noises are so people can hear the truck coming when it's moving on electric power alone at low speed, all EVs and Hybrids with an electric only mode have this.

The economy mode issue is the same in my 2019 F150. Not a big deal and btw there's not a whole lot of difference in gas mileage between normal and ecomode for my driving locale and style. No big deal.

The water holder segment was terrific. I often wonder how they came up with these designs. Tommy, how is the design team doing on the water bottle holder in the door. Well, we came up with the following. It won't fit any normal size water bottle and the bottom of the space is not flat so your super small water bottle that fits will just tip over instantly and slide around. Tommy and your design team, excellent job, kudos you guys deserve a raise. Hey Billy how is that trunk design going. Cracks me up!

I have a eb maverick and totally agree with some of the aggravation. Most of it (seatbelt and mode) I’ve gotten used too and don’t even think about anymore.

That’s not a brake hold button… that’s the parking brake. How long have you had a license? Econ mode is a joke, it just dumbs down the throttle input. Keep your foot off the gas and you’ll see the same mileage.

Yes the first 3 need to be fixed. Crazy-frustrating.

I ordered one the day they made them available. A year later I still don't have it. A couple weeks ago they canceled my order. Ford doesn't know it but they lost a customer for life.

I hate the dial style shifter. When I go into reverse I accidentally put it in park all the time.

I think the seatbelt thing is a setting, I never turned it on. Good to know so I keep it off.

I’m with you on the seatbelt issue, but how could you overlook the heinous drive gear selector. HATE the circular knob!

Thanks for pointing out stuff that other channels don't. I learned something worthwhile.

I hate having to adjust 5 things Everytime i have to do something thanks for pointing out things I would have never known

Two comments. First, unfortunately, this is 8 minutes of my life I can't get back! Second, if those 5 things are the worst issues with the Maverick, it must be a great truck!

Why can't we (as EV/Hybrid vehicle owners) have the Vehicle make sweet V-8 to V-12 Sounds, (Like in the movie with Adam Sandler and Kevin Smith)?

that sound is intentional from. it's regulated now because of some accidents... still annoying, but legally required

Thanks. I'm in the market. My '16 Acura tlx allows the user to set the drive mode or set it to 'last used' on startup. Brake hold is always a pain, again, selectable on my Acura (I'm not comparing, I'm just saying what you mention is addressed or ignored at some point in the production process.) Do you know if the noises from the electric are intentional? Maybe put an X over the bottle icon since it seems the only thing that doesn't fit in the bin. Thanks for posting.

Wow these complaints are really minor for a 20K vehicle! Life is to short to have such minor complaints! Keep Calm and Ford on!

Hybrid/ EVs are required to make some noise for safety

so im still waiting on mine ordered mine back in oct. was supposed to get it in Dec Howd you all get yours?

You said you had xl what package did you get for those rims ?

I like the way the maverick looks and I’ve considered getting one but you have to know what your getting when you buy a Ford the quality is not there which is why I’ll keep driving my 2008 Honda Civic with 265k miles on it. Thanks for the video.

So no real complaints then.

my dad got one, and i started learning to drive right after. it's the only thing I've ever driven. I've noticed everything except the water bottle thing. i just remember to push ok every time. it also does that with the parking break when you turn it on/off

Drive modes have never started on in any vehicle I've driven.

What’s your gas mileage without the Eco mode because I’ve never used eco-mode and It says my average mpg is 40 also get yourself the 18 ounce Hydro flask it fits perfectly

imagine buying the cheapest model of the truck and getting mad at several issues haha also every single vehicle you have to constantly set it to eco mode every time Not a big deal lol

I have the XL Ecoboost FWD. All of what you mentioned here are piddly inconveniences that (if Ford is listening) will rectify in subsequent model years (my only personal complaint is that the XL should come standard with cruise control.) If you're part of the MTC forum, you've probably seen the discussion that switching drive modes should start in Eco rather than normal in both the EB and Hybrid models. Trust me when I say it isn't any BFD to tap 3-4 drive modes over to get to Eco. The whole door/water bottle thing way WAY overhyped by Ford, and whoever was on that planning team needs to have their teeth slapped until their gums bleed, with the exception of the person who thought out the generous side door storage. I have both of mine shoved full of plastic bags to pick up trash while camping, keep the truck clean, etc. (BTW, the only flask that actually fits in the door panel is a 21oz Hydro Flask.) What probably should be addressed is the lack of insulation between the engine bay and the passenger cabin. I personally haven't had any issues but this is one of those things that Ford shouldn't have cheaped-out on. I know the hybrid is being hyped and y'all go on with your gas mileage - more power to you. But is anyone paying attention to the Ecoboost mileage? If you DO drive in Eco mode of of the time and don't beat your Mav, I personally have gotten anywhere between 28-30 city MPG, and between 31-39mpg on the highway consistently driving 70-72mph. Took a huge risk buying a first year truck that I couldn't test drive, couldn't sit it, etc. We'll see where things go in the next five years. I'm a first-time Ford/truck owner and so far I'm loving my Maverick.

First world issues. It's amazing how far we've come. I only wish I had had a vehicle as nice as the Maverick for my first car or truck. Try no A/C, manual windows, vinyl seats that stick to you in the heat, crappy handling, and a gas guzzling V-8. Ah! also less reliable than most cars on the road today.

You should just set it on 🔥

Are you trying to find a new niche since there are too many mtb youtubers now? Is a name change coming? "dailyfordmaverickdriver" sounds sweet

I agree with you, the MPG is very important. I think the second issue is more annoying than the first one.

Even at $22k, people will still find something to complain about it. They should've put manual windows so people will really have to work for it haha

These problems are terrible and am so happy they were pointed out... Anyway, picking up my 2023 XLT Maverick tomorrow! 🙌

a 4cyl turbo diesel option with the 7 speed manual from the new bronco would be nice

I agree with the eco/sport button going off & the bottle holders. Easy things to fix for Ford actually. Hopefully they do it soon. Thanks for pointing them.

The biggest whine in the truck is behind the steering wheel.

Dude, you know what this means? You need a new bike. 😄

I just turned the seat belt mode off. You just remove it in the menu through the main consle it does rear seats as well so place a box on one it warns you so I turned it off

Do you still have the kei truck?

I have a hybrid maverick, the economy mode not staying on is the only bad thing about it.

I’m sure Ford will come out with a software update soon. I worked for Honda and they did that to “fix” annoying electrical features like that at no charge to the customer. Just hold out, they maybe hope yet…

Bro 💀 stop complaining! The lazier we become as a society, the more we complaint 🤦🏽‍♂️ It’s Clearly this is your first Hybrid. That “ambulance” noise is to alert pedestrians a vehicle is moving. I went from a 37k F150 to the maverick and I like it’s simplicity. Really unnecessary review in my humble opinion

I have a Kia Stinger & I wish the brake hold feature would stay on. I don't use it because I don't want to press another button every time I use the car. Same goes for the auto engine shut off feature...but I always turn that one off. I just want to stomp and steer when I go to drive my car, not play a video game every time before I drive it LoL!

Ford drives me nuts too. I drive a Raptor which I DIDN'T get for MPG. It doesn't save sport mode, have to select it on every time. It also turns on auto start/stop which is useless and sometimes dangerous. Have to hit that button every single time I start the truck to turn it off. Cup holders are on point at least though and it does deliver in the desert so I forgive them. :D

Should be rear wheel drive with a 4x4 option. That's my biggest complaint.

Lots of the ‘software’ related issues you mention can be altered. It’s not the same as tuning. Just go to the dealer and ask if your issues can be updated in your favor and what the costs are.

I've yet to try Eco mode since I'm still breaking in and don't want to lug the motor, but the seatbelt warning at startup is quite annoying. I already added better door and dash speakers, seat convers, windows shades, hard trifold cover, tailgate damper and horse stall mat cut to fit the bed. Forscan maybe what you need to change the behavior of the startup options like the seatbelt warning, drive mode, auto hold, and other controls.

While I do agree those things can be annoying if that's the 5 worst things about this truck I'm so happy I ordered one 😁