NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2020–2024 Ford Escape and 1 more recall: High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
- Recall number
- 24V954000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 20484
- Hazard tags
- Fire Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair 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.
What should you do?
Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S79.
Manufacturer campaign number
24S79
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 24V954000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.