CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Ford Escape Phev has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (8 reports).
2021 Ford Escape Phev recalls
Battery Cell Defect Can Cause Power Loss and Fire
A manufacturing defect in one or more high voltage battery cells can cause an internal short circuit, leading to battery failure.
Most common 2021 Ford Escape Phev problems
Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
Power train lost during driving, suddenly the car lost the power and a light in the dashboard start blinking, it recovers after a few times turning it on and off, seems to be triggered by brake pedal press, car has been having issues since Oct 2025 after unplugged it
NOV 20, 2025 Manufacturer Recall Number25SC4 NHTSA Recall Number25V789 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary this has been 9 months and still no remedy. this doesnt seem timely.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer stated the remedy was expected to be available second quarter of 2025; however, it could not give an exact date. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that a second notice would be mailed when parts were available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2021 Ford Escape Phev questions
Does the 2021 Ford Escape Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Ford Escape Phev: Battery Cell Defect Can Cause Power Loss and Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Escape Phev?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (8), Engine (8), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Ford Escape Phev has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.