New year, new truck problems. The Ford Maverick begins 2026 with a fresh recall. Owners might need to visit a local dealership for service, as the dashboard panel could detach. It could become a projectile during an accident. 

Ford Maverick recall due to detaching dashboard panels 

Ford is issuing a recall for about 6,879 Maverick trucks from 2025-2025. These Ford Maverick trucks could be equipped with dashboard panels that may detach if the airbag inflates. As a result, they could become dangerous projectiles in the event of an accident. 

Ford shared with federal safety regulators that the panel on top of the driver’s display may have insufficient weld adhesion. It can be propelled by an inflating airbag if it comes loose during a wreck. 

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), if the panel strikes passengers, it can increase the risk of injuries. However, Ford is unaware of this occurring during any accidents. The problem was observed during internal safety testing. 

If your truck is at risk, you will need to visit a local Ford dealership for service. Technicals will replace the panel at no cost to owners. Ford will notify owners at risk via mail starting January 19. 

You can contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 with any questions you may have. For’d number for the recall is 25SE7. 

Plus, you can use the NHTSA Vehicle Identification Number lookup tool to see if your Maverick is at risk. This recall follows six that occurred in 2025, ranging from engine problems to transmission issues and faulty electronics.