Buy a Ford Maverick and two things happen fast. First, you realize how much truck you got for the money. Second, your inbox, your algorithm, and every guy at the gas pump start telling you what to bolt onto it.
So I went to the people who actually own these trucks. I read through owner threads on r/FordMaverickTruck and MaverickTruckClub, including a community poll on must-have accessories, a handful of “what did you buy first” threads, and the fitment threads where owners figured out what fits the hybrid, what fits the EcoBoost, and what fits neither. This list ranks the best Ford Maverick accessories by how often owners name each item and how strongly they defend it, not by who pays the biggest commission.
It covers 2022-2026 Mavericks. Quick fitment primer before we start: every Maverick is a four-door SuperCrew with the same 4.5-foot (54.4-inch) bed, so cab and bed size are rarely the problem. The things that do change fitment are powertrain (Hybrid vs. 2.0L EcoBoost), drivetrain (FWD vs. AWD), and on a few parts, model year or the 2025+ Lobo trim.
The short version
- Buy first: all-weather floor liners, bed protection (spray-in liner or a rubber bed mat), a tailgate assist, and a tonneau cover.
- Buy next: mud flaps, a bed divider (a cheap 2×6 works great), a dash cam, and a center console tray.
- Nice to have: better bed tie-downs, seat covers, LED reverse bulbs, and the other fun stuff once the basics are covered.
Buy first
1. All-weather floor liners
This is the closest thing to a unanimous vote. In the r/FordMaverickTruck community poll on must-have accessories, the top answer by a wide margin was simply “all weather rubber floor mats.” Owners say the factory carpet mats get grubby fast, and the Maverick’s floor is the kind of thing you’ll want to keep nice if you ever sell it.
Fitment gotcha (the big one): buy by powertrain. On the hybrid, the high-voltage battery sits under the rear seat area, so the rear floor is shaped differently. Owners on MaverickTruckClub describe the hybrid’s rear footwell as about an inch shallower than the EcoBoost’s, and the major brands sell separate hybrid and gas sets. Husky’s gas listing says it fits “EcoBoost Gas Model Only.” WeatherTech goes a step further and lists its gas FloorLiner set separately for 2022-2024 and 2025-2026 trucks, so match year and powertrain before you click buy.
Owners also mention two smaller things: pick liners that lock onto the factory floor hooks (especially the driver’s side), and look for coverage under the accelerator pedal, which some owners say the Ford tray-style mats leave bare.
- Husky WeatherBeater (softer, USA-made): EcoBoost set or Hybrid set.
- WeatherTech FloorLiner (rigid, USA-made): EcoBoost 2022-2024 (441642-1-3), EcoBoost 2025-2026 (4419291-4416423), or Hybrid 2022-2026 (441745-1-2).
- Install: about five minutes. The hardest part is deciding which color goes with orange interior accents.
2. Bed protection: spray-in liner or a rubber bed mat
Right behind floor liners, owners name bed protection. Owners want something between it and the mulch, firewood, and grocery carts of life. Spray-in liner gets the most love in the threads. It lasts, it doesn’t slide, and it doesn’t trap water. Some owners point out that because the Maverick is a unibody truck, they’d rather protect the bed than gamble on it.
If spray-in isn’t in the budget, a heavy rubber bed mat is the popular runner-up. Several owners use one even on top of a spray-in liner because it keeps cargo from sliding. One MaverickTruckClub owner summed it up well: if you’re hauling dirt and mulch every weekend, spray it; otherwise a good mat does the job.
- Bed mat: the Rough Country bed mat for 2022-2026 Maverick is 3/8-inch rubber molded for the 4.5-foot bed.
- Spray-in: Ford offered a factory spray-in liner, and owners also use local shops like Line-X or Rhino. Get quotes. Prices swing a lot by region.
- Gotcha: owners with spray-in say you may need to shave a little off a 2×6 divider so it still fits the FLEXBED slots (more on that below).
3. Tailgate assist
This might be the best $35 you spend on the truck. The Maverick’s tailgate drops hard when you pop the latch, and more than one owner has a story about it banging their knee, their kid, or their dignity in a parking lot. A tailgate assist is a small gas strut that lets the gate float down instead.
The Dee Zee DZ43207 is the one owners link to most. It’s listed for 2022-current Mavericks, uses the truck’s own bolts, and needs no drilling.
- Install: 10-15 minutes. Owners mention needing a T50 Torx bit, so check your toolbox first.
- Gotcha: you give up the driver-side tailgate tie-down (the one that doubles as a bottle opener). Owners confirm the mid-height cable peg for carrying plywood still works. If you miss that tie-down, several owners sell or recommend replacement brackets that clear the strut.
- Some cheaper struts work fine too, though one owner noted their budget kit didn’t start helping until the gate was about a third of the way down, and the bracket screw rusted after one winter.
4. Tonneau cover
Owners agree you want one. They don’t fully agree on which kind. Here’s how the threads break down:
- Hard tri-fold: the most common pick. Most lock when the tailgate is locked, sealing is decent, and you can open one or two panels for a quick grab. Downside: heavier and more of a project to remove.
- Soft roll-up: the budget and flexibility pick. Owners like that it’s cheap, easy to install, and easy to pull off when you need the full bed. Downside: a knife gets through it.
- Hard roll-up: the most secure-feeling option and nice to use daily, but pricier. Owners do report leaks near the tailgate on some hard roll-ups, including Ford’s own, and fix them by adjusting or adding a tailgate seal.
Some owners also mention a small fuel economy bump with a cover on, but that’s anecdotal, so don’t expect it to pay for itself.
- Hard tri-fold: Rough Country Hard Tri-Fold for 2022-2026 Maverick. Note that Rough Country has another Maverick tri-fold listing marked 2022-2025, so check the year range on whatever you buy.
- Soft roll-up: TruXedo TruXport (budget) or TruXedo Pro X15 (lower profile, owners mention it by name).
- Install: 30-60 minutes for most clamp-on covers. A second person helps with hard covers.
- Gotcha: cover rails stick into the bed a bit. Owners with tall bed dividers (2×8 or 2×10) sometimes had to notch the board or switch to a 2×6 so it clears.
Buy next
5. Mud flaps
Mud flaps show up in nearly every “first mods” thread, especially from owners on gravel or dirt roads. The Maverick’s rocker panels and lower doors take a beating from road spray, and flaps are cheap insurance.
- Budget favorite: Mabett Mud Flaps for 2022-2026 Maverick, installed with the factory screws. The listing says it does not fit the 2025-2026 Lobo.
- Premium: WeatherTech No-Drill front pair (110146) and rear pair (120146), listed for both gas and hybrid Mavericks.
- Install: about 30 minutes. Turning the front wheels to full lock gives you room to work.
- Gotcha: one owner warns that flaps that wrap around and touch the paint at the wheel opening can rub through over time. Check for contact after install.
6. A bed divider (the 2×6 trick)
This is my favorite Maverick hack because it costs about three dollars. Ford’s FLEXBED has slots molded into the bed walls for 2×4 and 2×6 boards. Drop one in near the tailgate and suddenly your groceries stop going on a road trip of their own.
- The magic number: owners on MaverickTruckClub settled on 54.25 inches for the slots nearest the tailgate. One owner reports about 43.5 inches for the slots closer to the cab. Cut a little long and trim to fit, because trucks and liners vary.
- Tip: wrap the board ends in felt, carpet scraps, or an old strap. It stops rattles and protects the bed.
- 2×4, 2×6, or bigger? Owners lean 2×6. It’s light, easy to handle, and usually clears tonneau rails. Stack two if you need more height.
- No saw? A ratcheting cargo bar like the Keeper 40-70 inch cargo bar does the same job and moves anywhere in the bed.
7. Dash cam
Plenty of owners add a dash cam, and the popular style for the Maverick is an “OEM-look” camera that tucks behind the rearview mirror and pulls power from the mirror’s wiring or the OBD port. No wires dangling across the windshield.
- Popular pick: the Fitcamx front and rear dash cam for 2022-2026 Maverick. The seller asks you to send a photo of your mirror cover to confirm you get the right version, which tells you mirror trim varies by truck. Do that.
- Hybrid gotcha: parking mode means the camera keeps sipping power while the truck is off. Maverick hybrids already have a reputation for weak 12-volt batteries (we cover that in our Ford Maverick problems guide). If you use parking mode, set a low-voltage cutoff and keep an eye on the battery.
- Install: 30-60 minutes for OEM-look kits.
8. Center console organizer tray
The Maverick’s center console is basically a deep bucket where phones, sunglasses, and loose fries go to disappear. A drop-in tray splits it into two levels. It’s not exciting, but owners keep recommending it because it’s cheap and you notice it every day.
- Example: the CDEFG console tray for 2022-2026 Maverick, listed for XL, XLT, Lariat, and Lobo.
- Install: drop it in. Done. Go get a coffee.
Nice to have
- Better bed tie-downs or rails. Owners who haul a lot add bolt-in rails or extra anchor points. Some owners are not fans of the factory tie-downs, so this is worth a look if you strap down heavy stuff.
- Seat covers. Mabett seat covers come up in owner threads, and they make the most sense if you haul dogs or kids.
- LED reverse bulbs. Owners say brighter reverse lights make the backup camera noticeably easier to see at night. Check your bulb size in the owner’s manual first.
- Hood struts. Replaces the prop rod. Read the listing carefully, since some kits are specific to gas or hybrid trucks.
- Bed extender. Owners are split. Some love it for bikes and kayaks, others pulled it out after a few months. Try hauling with the tailgate down first.
What owners say to skip (or think twice about)
- Leveling or lift kits without checking your drivetrain. FWD Mavericks use a twist-beam rear suspension and AWD trucks use an independent rear, so kits are not interchangeable. Read fitment carefully before you spend real money.
- Ordering every accessory from the factory. Owners have reported that factory-installed accessories can complicate or delay an order. Most of this list is a DIY afternoon.
- Rubber door edge guards. A few owners say they can go brittle and mark the paint. Clear film is the safer move.
Bottom line
If you’re starting from zero, do it in this order: floor liners that match your powertrain, something in the bed, a tailgate assist, and then the tonneau that fits how you use the truck. That handful covers most of what owners say they use every day. Everything after that is about how you use your Maverick, whether that’s Home Depot runs, dog hauling, or weekend camping.
And before you start bolting things on, run your VIN for open recalls. Our Ford Maverick problems and recalls guide walks through the ones worth checking. Accessories are fun. A truck that starts every morning is more fun.
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