New 2026 XLT 2.0 owner

[MaverickandMorty]

Hi all! I bought a 2026 Space White XLT 2.0 AWD off the lot three days ago. It has the following options: 4K towing package, XLT Luxury Package, and Co-Pilot 360.

I'm very pleased with the purchase so far. I went to two dealers and both tried to add dealer markup.

The first dealer wanted $2,500 in dealer markup and $1,400 in bogus add-ons including some sort of Lojack type tracker and a BS unlimited milage lifetime power train warranty, neither of which they would remove. The warranty proved to be useless after a 2 minute internet search and BBB lookup.

The second dealer asked $1,500 in dealer markup but quickly took that off. I had previously signed up on their website for notifications to get a $500 coupon and used that as well. With most local dealers getting sicker price and above I was happy with $500 below sticker price.

I'm waiting for my Ford rewards points to hit so I can order the bedliner. How long do the points usually take to show up?

The only other mods/accessories planned are a hard bed cover and a tire upgrade. I was planning on a level kit but have read a bunch of issues with the driver side CV failing after a lift/level. I would rather not have to spend an additional $600 for tremor axel just to level.

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[CurtisB]

The CV axle issue appears to mostly affect trucks built in the first run. 2022 being the worse hit. I have a 2023 and was not built in the window they sent the service memo out to. But as with any suspension alterations, you do run some risks. You would be the first to do this on a 2026!

 

[babytruk]

Good work with getting your deal! Time for “stuff”. Congrats

 

[MaverickandMorty]

Good work with getting your deal! Time for “stuff”. Congrats

I forgot that did install Arana tailgate assist yesterday. Pretty solid for $20.

 

[Hunters Edge]

Hello and welcome to MTC. Congratulations on your new Maverick.

 

[Mudduck]

Space seems to shift color a lot. Very cool! Welcome!

 

[BLUEOVALRACER]

Congrats I love My 2025 AWD XLT with the 2.0 EB!! But I don't like the wonky fuel gauge and lame tachometer and clicking noise in passenger side windshield area in the cold weather that is probably the windshield alignment pins.

 

[CajunMick]

Congrats I love My 2025 AWD XLT with the 2.0 EB!! But I don't like the wonky fuel gauge and lame tachometer and clicking noise in passenger side windshield area in the cold weather that is probably the windshield alignment pins.

You mean yours clicking, knocking at passenger side too? My 2023 clicks too. So perhaps no real improvement made here?

 

[smoreho2]

The CV axle issue appears to mostly affect trucks built in the first run. 2022 being the worse hit. I have a 2023 and was not built in the window they sent the service memo out to. But as with any suspension alterations, you do run some risks. You would be the first to do this on a 2026!

Do you have the notice from ford on which vehicles were included in the CRV issue? I have a 23 hybrid XLT that was produced on October 2023 with 22000 miles on it and wondering if problems are coming soon with them

 

[Nibyak]

You can usually speed your points along. Go into the Ford app go under your account settings and under your Ford rewards where the points are. If you click around a little bit, you’ll find points not showing up or something like that. Click on that and then it’ll ask you about your purchase and I think I had to enter, maybe my invoice number and the dealership where I bought the truck. In about a minute, my points showed up in the app. Also be sure to look for a discount code before you order anything. I think there’s a 20% one going on right now. I have basically the same truck as you except for the color.

 

[BobbyMac]

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[babytruk]

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L6FJGR4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

I bought that kit for a Honda, then used it on a Toyota, then gave needed pieces to my brother…a very good deal!

 

[Mavman1]

Congrats on your new truck and joining the MTC. I hope you enjoy all the things you add to it.

 

[rk06382]

Welcome to the Maverick Truck Club forum from Alaska!

 

[CurtisB]

Do you have the notice from ford on which vehicles were included in the CRV issue? I have a 23 hybrid XLT that was produced on October 2023 with 22000 miles on it and wondering if problems are coming soon with them

Ford Customer Satisfaction Program (CSP) 25N09 is a service program announced in September 2025 regarding the replacement of front halfshafts (CV axles) on specific 2022 Ford Maverick pickups.
Key Details of 25N09:

• Vehicles Affected: Certain 2022 Ford Maverick vehicles produced between December 1, 2021, and November 23, 2022.
• The Issue: Affected vehicles may experience a vibration during acceleration caused by a defect in the front halfshafts/CV axles.
• What is Covered: A one-time replacement of the front halfshafts.
• Time/Mileage Limit: The program covers the repair for up to 10 years or 150,000 miles from the warranty start date.
• Reimbursement: Owners who paid for a halfshaft replacement prior to the announcement (September 2025) may be eligible for reimbursement if they submit receipts by the specified deadline (October 31, 2025, or as directed by the dealer).

If you own a 2022 Ford Maverick and feel a shimmy or vibration on acceleration, it is recommended to contact your local Ford dealership to see if your VIN is covered under this program.

Mine was built in August of 2023.

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