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2022 Ford Maverick vs 2022 Toyota Tacoma

On the public data alone the Tacoma edges it 4–1.

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2022 Ford Maverick

The 2022 Ford Maverick is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas pickup truck with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Maverick HEV FWD, i…

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2022 Toyota Tacoma

The 2022 Toyota Tacoma is sold in the U.S. as a gas pickup truck with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tacoma 2WD, is EPA-rated at 21…

2022 Ford Maverick2022 Toyota Tacoma
SegmentPickup truckPickup truck
PowertrainsHybrid, GasGas
Best combined mpg3721
Safety Signal3581
NHTSA recalls293
Critical recalls60
Owner complaints60957
NHTSA overall stars44

Green cells mark the better value on that row. Complaint counts scale with sales volume; treat them as a pattern signal, not a verdict. Sources: EPA, NHTSA.

Recalls at a glance

Source: NHTSA

Maverick

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Suspension

26S36
Do not drive4,653 vehicles
ProblemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.RiskA detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.FixOwners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V340000reported May 27, 2026Ford Motor Company
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Electrical System

26C10
4,381,878 vehicles
ProblemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."RiskTrailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.FixThe integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V104000reported Feb 20, 2026Ford Motor Company
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Power Train

24S33
87 vehiclesHybrid only
ProblemFord 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.RiskA loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers 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).
NHTSA campaign 25V881000reported Dec 18, 2025Ford Motor Company

Tacoma

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Power Train

24TB05 / 24TA05
381,199 vehicles
ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.RiskAxle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.
NHTSA campaign 24V152000reported Feb 27, 2024Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
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Child Seat

22TB09/ 22TA09
75,316 vehicles
ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."RiskAn insufficient weld may prevent the child seat from being anchored properly, allowing the seat to move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.FixDealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB09/ 22TA09.
NHTSA campaign 22V520000reported Jul 21, 2022Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
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Equipment

22R1
661 vehicles
ProblemGulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."RiskAn illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.FixGST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.
NHTSA campaign 22V310000reported May 6, 2022Gulf States Toyota, Inc.