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2022 Ford Maverick

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Maverick.

Transmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2022 Ford Maverick opens the 2022–2026 model run with an 8-speed automatic, EPA ratings of 22/29/25 mpg, and an engine oil capacity of 5.5 quarts of 5W-30. Reliability records show 28 recalls and 144 total owner complaints, with Power Train ranking as the top complaint area. Within the model’s five-year span, the 2022 model’s 144 complaints sit below the 2023 high of 262 and above the 2026 low of 3, establishing it as the foundational reference point for the Maverick’s early reliability trajectory.

Model year2025202420232022

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque148.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/29/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery · 700 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 - Enhanced Flooded Battery · 700 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/60R18 100HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length199.6 in
Overall width72.4 in
Overall height74 in
Wheelbase121.3 in
Curb weight3730 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 29 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Maverick of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.9–7.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.90 sec — 2022 XLT FX4 (4'6.4" Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022XLT FX4 (4'6.4" Bed) 2.0L Turbo I-45.90 sec14.50 sec250 hpAWD
2022Lariat (4'6.4" Bed) 2.0L Turbo I-46.20 sec14.80 sec250 hpAWD
2022Lariat FX4 (4'6.4" Bed) 2.0L Turbo I-47.00 sec15.40 sec250 hpAWD
2022Hybrid XLT (4'6.4" Bed) 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh7.60 sec15.90 sec191 hpFWD
2022Hybrid XLT (4'6.4" Bed) 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh7.70 sec15.90 sec191 hpFWD
2023XLT Tremor (4'6.4" Bed) 2.0L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.70 sec250 hpAWD
2023XLT Tremor (4'6.4" Bed) 2.0L Turbo I-46.50 sec15.10 sec250 hpAWD
2023Hybrid XLT (4'6.4" Bed) 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.1-kWh7.70 sec15.90 sec191 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.5 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 148.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 21.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4.76 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.45 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.6 Pints
Engine CoolantMotorcraft Yellow Prediluted
Engine CoolantMotorcraft Yellow Prediluted

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head BoltsUse new bolts only. 41.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug21.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug21.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts148.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugPTU: Use new gasket: 30.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant CapacityYN-33-A
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeYN-35
Oil Capacity3.40 oz
RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant CapacityYN-33-A
Oil GroupPOE

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.079" in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Check the ball joint and boot for any damage. Step 3: Measure the ball joint deflection with a dial indicator that has a flexible arm by attaching between the lower control arm and wheel knuckle or ball joint stud. Dial indicator should be aligned as close as possible to the center line of the lower ball joint. Step 4: Push up and pull down on the lower control arm by hand until reading is on indicator. Step 5: Replace the ball joint if dial indicator readings exceed specifications.
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
174.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°74 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
174.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°74 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
15.2 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.1 ft. lbs., Step 3: 41.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90°, Step 5: 90°5.2 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
15.2 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90°, Step 5: 90°5.2 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Lower Fasteners39 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 200,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 200,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 200,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Ford Maverick, as the first model year of its generation, exhibits a relatively high number of recalls (28) and technical service bulletins (149), reflecting initial production adjustments typical of a new launch. Complaints (144) are lower than the 2023 peak (262) but higher than subsequent years, with top issues concentrated in the power train (26) and electrical system (19), though root causes aren’t specified in the data. The recall trend declines sharply after 2022, suggesting Ford addressed early systemic concerns, while crash (7) and fire (2) complaints remain minimal. Compared to 2023’s surge in complaints and 2024’s stabilization, the 2022 model sits in the middle of the generation’s reliability arc—neither the riskiest nor the most refined. The data implies that while early adopters faced teething problems, later software updates and hardware revisions likely improved durability. **Takeaway:** The 2022 Maverick is a reasonable buy if priced competitively, but prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection, particularly of the transmission and electrical components, to mitigate first-year risks.

28
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
149
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
144
Owner complaints
7 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 144 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train26
Electrical System19
Unknown Or Other14
Structure10
Service Brakes6
Engine4
Electrical System,Back Over Prevention4
Back Over Prevention4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 28 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V979000Seat Belts:Rear/Other:AnchorageReported 16/12/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E and 2022 Maverick vehicles. The rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to… Remedy: Dealers will repair the rear seat belt buckle attachments, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…

21V976000Fuel System, Gasoline:StorageReported 16/12/2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tank may have been damaged by drill holes during the installation of the spray-in bed-liner. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 149 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM 549802026-07-02Fuel/Propulsion SystemSome 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an intermittent vibration and/or…
SSM 549392026-06-16Power TrainSome 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles…
SSM 548572026-05-21Fuel/Propulsion System2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick…
25B512026-05-08EngineCertain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model…
SSM 547972026-05-04Power TrainSome 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Maverick take?

5.5 qt of Motorcraft 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W30-Q1SP, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Maverick have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 28 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Maverick get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpg.