NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2020–2023 Ford Escape and 2 more recall: Engine Failure May Cause Fire
- Recall number
- 25V345000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 1809
- Hazard tags
- Fire Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
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 2020-2023 Escape, 2021-2023 Corsair, and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines that were repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380. In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartment and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
What should you do?
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
Manufacturer campaign number
25S54
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V345000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.