FORD ESCAPE 2021: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V869000

Make Model Year
FORD ESCAPE 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-12-01 2021-11-10 2021-11-10

Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 21S48

Component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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.

Consequence

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

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.