Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2026 Ford Maverick

Updated 08/19/2026 | Published 08/14/2026

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(5139)

$639.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

(562)

$1699.49

Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs

(892)

$1043.38

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

(3548)

$182.73

Question:

I have a 2026 Maverick hybrid XLT with a 4K hitch and black appearance package. It looks like the Blue Ox BX2917 has the least impact on the sensors, active shutter system and so forth. As always, your experienced suggestions, in that regard, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks much,

asked by: Greg E

Expert Reply:

Hey Greg, yes the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BLU94ER is the base plate I recommend for your 2026 Ford Maverick hybrid. It will interfere with the sensors the least like you noted and also it's just the easiest to use all around flat towing setup.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. One of the most popular compatible tow bars is the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420 which comes with safety cables. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.