2020 Ford Escape - High Voltage

Ford is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles because a previous software update may not have worked properly, and a high-voltage battery problem could cause a short circuit leading to loss of power or battery overheating. The issue affects about 70,000 vehicles across Canada and could increase crash risk or create a fire hazard even when the vehicle is parked. Ford is asking owners not to charge their vehicles until repairs are completed and will send notification by mail with repair details once they are finalized.

Recalling firm: FORD
Product: Vehicles: 2020 FORD ESCAPE, 2021 FORD ESCAPE, 2021 LINCOLN CORSAIR, 2022 LINCOLN CORSAIR, 2022 FORD ESCAPE, 2023 LINCOLN CORSAIR, 2023 FORD ESCAPE, 2024 FORD ESCAPE. System: High Voltage. Units affected: 8,751
Reason: This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2026-070. Issue: On certain vehicles, the software update installed by a Ford dealer during recall 24S79 (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-781) may not be effective. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles, a problem inside the high-voltage battery could cause a short circuit. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the high-voltage battery could overheat. Note: This recall only affects certain plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) equipped with a 2.5 L engine. Safety Risk: A loss of power...
Category: vehicle recall
Country: Canada
Agency: TC
Recall date: 2025-11-14
Status: Ongoing
Distribution: Canada-wide

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c4790775-d126-49ae-8c4c-8137eb126f9a