CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY; HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Corsair and 2021-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with a 2.5L Hybrid powertrain. The high voltage battery may fail, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. 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.
What this recall means for you
The high voltage traction battery in certain hybrid vehicles may fail, which can cause a sudden loss of drive power while you are driving.
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, check your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Escape | 20212022 |
|---|---|
| Lincoln Corsair | 2022 |