CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Ford Escape Phev has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (36 reports).
2022 Ford Escape Phev recalls
Battery cell defect can cause loss of power or fire
A manufacturing defect in one or more high voltage battery cells can cause an internal short circuit and battery failure in these plug-in hybrid vehicles.
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 2022 Ford Escape Phev problems
Problem areas named in the 80 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 36 |
| Electrical System | 25 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
Description of the Problem: I am the original owner of a 2022 Ford Escape PHEV (VIN [XXX]),.Current mileage is 41,585 miles. The vehicle is subject to Safety Recall 25SC4 (NHTSA 25V789 and 26V091) due to a manufacturing defect in the high-voltage battery cells (separator damage). This defect can cause internal short circuits, sudden loss of motive power, battery thermal venting, and in some cases vehicle fire â a clear safety risk. Before purchasing the Escape, I drove a 2015 Ford C-Max Plug-in Hybrid for 7 years and was very satisfied with it. I traded it for the Escape solely because of the greater electric range that was guaranteed at the time of purchase. For the first year of ownershi
The safety recall remedy, 25SC4, has permanently degraded my vehicle's advertised electric range and usable battery capacity, constituting a loss of vehicle value. A formal case has been opened with Ford Motor Company: CXH-09567043-Y8H5L7
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V789000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted via an online chat. The contact had not experienced a failure.
this recall has been in effect for nearly 1 year & puts my car @ risk but also doesn't allow me to charge beyond 80%, greatly effecting fuel efficiency. Ford has failed to address the issue in a timely manner or offered any compensation for my additional fuel consumption or offered a realistic deadline for repair
The incident occurred while my 2008 Allegro Bus was towing my 2022 Ford Escape PHEV. Incident occurred on Sunday, 21 Jun 2026 about a mile from my home. I had just started a left hand turn and was in the intersection when I felt a thump-thump at the back of the coach. I did a quick inspection and saw no apparent damage and all tow connections were secure, so I continued to my home. While uncoupling the Escape from my motorhome, I saw the dash display warning of a steering issue. The steering felt heavy immediately; this wasn't a steering problem that developed over time. This happened during a single, towing maneuver, where the towed vehicle suddenly oscillated left and right twice while neg
2022 Ford Escape Phev questions
Does the 2022 Ford Escape Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2022 Ford Escape Phev: Battery cell defect can cause loss of power or fire; 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 2022 Ford Escape Phev?
Based on 80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (36), Electrical System (25), Power Train (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 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.