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2024 Ford Escape Phev recalls and problems

2 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Ford Escape Phev.

2
recalls
8
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2024 Ford Escape Phev recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 26V091000 · reported February 17, 2026 · Ford Motor Company · 25,237 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 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) software, 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. This recall expands previous recall numbers 24V954 and 25V489. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.

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.

What owners report

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

Oct 9, 2026 · Electrical system

VIN […], after recall the battery only charges to 29 miles , before it charged to 40 miles. After several visits to the service dealership BP Ford in […] it has not been fixed. Also contacted Ford , they did nothing. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Sep 28, 2026 · Power train

My car has been recalled for over 6 months and it has not been repaired.

Aug 24, 2026 · Electrical system

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The…

Aug 18, 2026 · Electrical system

Possible battery short circuit. Safety recall issued months ago. recall no. 24V954 /24S79)

Jun 25, 2026 · Electrical system

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and a software update was completed to monitor any issues with the vehicle. The vehicle was…

Escape Phev model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 12210
2022 28010
2023 21300
2024 2800
2025 1400
2026 1100

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

Questions

Does the 2024 Ford Escape Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Ford Escape Phev, the most recent reported on February 17, 2026 (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 2024 Ford Escape Phev?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (2).
How many 2024 Ford Escape Phev complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 9, 2026.