Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Ford Escape PHEV. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
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Owner complaints (22)
22 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 22 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 36.4% |
| Engine | 8 | 36.4% |
| Power train | 3 | 13.6% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 9.1% |
| Structure | 2 | 9.1% |
| Air bags | 1 | 4.5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 4.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 4.5% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | 4.5% |
| Seat belts | 1 | 4.5% |
How 2021 compares with other Escape PHEV years
Best and worst Escape PHEV years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 22 | 1 |
| 2022 | 78 | 2 |
| 2023 | 11 | 2 |
| 2024 | 7 | 2 |
| 2025 | 4 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Where to next
2021 Ford Escape PHEV FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Escape PHEV have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 25V789000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Ford Escape PHEV problems?
Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (8), Engine (8), Power train (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.