Ford Motor Company – High Voltage Battery May Fail

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.


Report Received Date 11/10/2021
NHTSA ID 21V869000
Consequence Summary A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code 21S48
Potentially Affected 1
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V869000)

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