2024 Ford Escape

Ford is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles due to a manufacturing defect in the high voltage battery that can cause an internal short circuit and battery failure. A failed battery can result in loss of drive power, increasing crash risk, and can also create a fire hazard. The recall affects vehicles nationwide.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

2024 FORD ESCAPE. Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM). Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.

Reason

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure. Consequence: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/72f1e0ce-42d8-4226-8654-3003a79d8eb2