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You may need to consider maintenance when buying the Ford Maverick Hybrid. It uses a battery that other models don’t have and might need to be replaced one day. So, how long does the Ford Maverick Hybrid battery hold up? 

How much does it cost to replace the Ford Maverick Hybrid battery? 

The 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid towing a boat
2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid | Ford

It can cost between $2,000 to $8,000 to replace the Ford Maverick Hybrid battery. The cost varies based on location, labor fees, and part availability. Currently, the average cost for the Maverick Hybrid battery is about $1,941. 

Then you’re looking at average labor costs between $255 and $322, bringing the total up to around $2,196 to $2,263. Each Ford technician and repair shop has the necessary methodology and equipment to inspect the battery. 

In rare cases, the individual cells are tested and may need to be replaced instead of the entire battery. Replacing the battery involves disconnecting the 12-volt and voltage battery in the manufacturer’s specified order. 

Then protective covers are placed over the terminals and the access panels are removed to lift the heavy battery out with a hoist. It’s very heavy and the process is easy to mess up. So, it’s best to have this project completed by a professional. 

What does the Maverick Hybrid battery warranty cover? 

The Ford Maverick Hybrid battery warranty covers the first eight years of ownership or 100,000 miles. The average hybrid battery lasts between 100,000 to 200,000 miles or about eight to 10 years. 

Your warranty starts on the day you accept delivery of your vehicle or put it to use. You will most likely not be charged for any services covered under the warranty. In some cases, replacement parts and services may be approved outside of Ford-certified dealerships. 

The most common Mvarick issues include electrical problems such as getting stuck in limp mode, losing engine power, the horn randomly blasting, no ash lights, the inability to unlock, and regenerative braking malfunctions. 

But the good news is that the Maverick is a reliable truck. The 2022 model earned a reliability score of 81 out of 100 from J.D.Power and the 2023 model got an 85. It’s only getting better. Both scores are above average.