Does the 2021 Ford Escape Phev have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Ford Escape Phev, the most recent reported on November 14, 2025 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Escape Phev?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by engine (8).

How many 2021 Ford Escape Phev complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Ford Escape Phev recalls and problems

1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Ford Escape Phev.

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owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Ford Escape Phev recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 25V789000 · reported November 14, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 20,558 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
The risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM), free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 24V954 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 18, 2025.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system8
Engine8
Power train3
Service brakes2
Structure2
Air bags1
Forward collision avoidance1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Hybrid propulsion system1
Seat belts1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 24, 2026 · Power train
Power train lost during driving, suddenly the car lost the power and a light in the dashboard start blinking, it recovers after a few times turning it on and off, seems to be triggered by brake pedal press, car has been having issues since Oct 2025 after unplugged it

Aug 14, 2026 · Power train
NOV 20, 2025 Manufacturer Recall Number25SC4 NHTSA Recall Number25V789 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary this has been 9 months and still no remedy. this doesnt seem timely.

May 28, 2025 · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

Apr 11, 2025 · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The…

Apr 9, 2025 · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…

Escape Phev model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2020	1	1	0
2021	1	22	1
2022	2	80	1
2023	2	13	0
2024	2	8	0

Across all years, the 2022 Escape Phev has the most complaints (80). All Ford Escape Phev years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Ford Escape Phev have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Ford Escape Phev, the most recent reported on November 14, 2025 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Escape Phev?: Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by engine (8).
How many 2021 Ford Escape Phev complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 24, 2026.