The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The instrument panel cover may separate when the air bag deploy.
The risk
An instrument panel cover separation can cause pieces of the cover to strike occupants, increasing the risk injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SE7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 19, 2025.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-884 (25V884000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 25SE7 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Structure › Interior panels › Dashboard |
| Report date | December 18, 2025 |
| Owners notified | March 25, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,897 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-884 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SE7.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,897 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.