Recall 21S48 – High Voltage Battery May Fail

A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  • NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V869000
  • Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
  • Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
  • Potential Number of Units Affected 1

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling one 2021 Escape vehicle equipped with a 2.5L hybrid powertrain. The high voltage battery may fail, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.

Remedy

A dealer will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. The owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 21S48.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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