Is the Ford Maverick built on an Escape chassis?

Yes, the Ford Maverick is built on the same platform as the Ford Escape, a compact crossover SUV. The Maverick shares its unibody chassis and many other components with the Escape, making it a close relative in Ford's lineup.

Detailed Explanation

The Ford Maverick is a compact pickup truck that was introduced in 2021 as a 2022 model year vehicle. It is built on the same C2 platform as the Ford Escape, which is a compact crossover SUV. This means the Maverick and Escape share the same underlying chassis and many other structural and mechanical components.

The use of the Escape's platform for the Maverick is a strategic move by Ford to leverage existing engineering and manufacturing investments. By basing the Maverick on an existing vehicle architecture, Ford was able to bring the new pickup truck to market more quickly and cost-effectively. This also allows the Maverick to benefit from the Escape's proven reliability and safety performance.

Key Similarities Between the Maverick and Escape

• Unibody chassis construction


• Suspension components, including front MacPherson struts and rear independent suspension


• Powertrain options, including a hybrid variant


• Electrical architecture and many interior/exterior parts

While the Maverick and Escape share a common platform, Ford has differentiated the two vehicles in several ways. The Maverick features a pickup truck body style, a shorter wheelbase, and unique styling cues to give it a distinct identity from the Escape crossover.

Is the Ford Maverick built on a car frame?

The five-passenger 2023 Ford Maverick is built using a unibody construction design, versus a body-on-frame structure that many of the larger pickups utilize. This helps make the Maverick lighter in weight and able to deliver a smooth, car-like ride.

Is the Ford Maverick based on the Escape?

The Maverick is a compact pickup truck, a class smaller than the Ranger. It's made on the chassis of the Ford Escape and Bronco Sport, making it one of the few unibody trucks.

What is the lawsuit against the Ford Maverick?

Ford Maverick lawsuits involve several issues, including a 12-volt battery defect causing power loss and stalling, a defective side curtain airbag that may not deploy correctly, and a hybrid engine fire risk in certain models like the Escape and Lincoln Corsair, which some Maverick owners are also part of. The lawsuits allege Ford's failures in recalls and fixes for these problems. 
12-volt battery defect 

• Issue: A defect in the 12-volt battery, supplied by Camel Group, can cause sudden power loss, stalling, and failure of the start/stop system, even after being replaced. 
• Lawsuit: A class action lawsuit was filed claiming the recall's fix is ineffective and that Ford knowingly sold defective vehicles. 
• Affected vehicles: Primarily 2022 and 2023 Bronco Sport and Maverick models. 

• Issue: A defect in the "Safety Canopy" side curtain airbags may prevent them from deploying properly in a crash. 
• Lawsuit: A class action lawsuit alleges this poses a severe safety risk and that Ford's temporary fix is insufficient, leaving owners with unsafe vehicles or no vehicle at all. 
• Affected vehicles: Model year 2022 Ford Maverick trucks. 

• Issue: A defect can cause a "blown engine," leading to a stall and the release of flammable fluids, creating a risk of fire. 
• Lawsuit: A class action lawsuit claims Ford sold these vehicles with the defect, and that the company's attempted "fix" was ineffective and did not mitigate the risk. 
• Affected vehicles: Includes 2020-2022 Ford Escape, 2022 Ford Maverick, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair hybrids. Note: A previous version of this lawsuit was dismissed for lack of evidence of concrete injury. 

What platform is the new Ford Maverick built on?

Ford C2
Ford Maverick (2022)

Kevin Bennett

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Kevin Bennet is the founder and owner of Kevin's Autos, a leading automotive service provider in Australia. With a deep commitment to customer satisfaction and years of industry expertise, Kevin uses his blog to answer the most common questions posed by his customers. From maintenance tips to troubleshooting advice, Kevin's articles are designed to empower drivers with the knowledge they need to keep their vehicles running smoothly and safely.