VIN [XXX], after recall the battery only charges to 29 miles , before it charged to 40 miles. After several visits to the service dealership BP Ford in [XXX] it has not been fixed. Also contacted Ford , they did nothing. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The worst 2024 Ford Escape PHEV problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical7
- Fuel system2
- Driver assistance1
- Transmission1
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- Electrical7
- Fuel system2
- Driver assistance1
- Transmission1
Recalls 2
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software, free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. This recall expands previous recall numbers 24V954 and 25V489. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on February 18, 2026.
Recall number 26V091000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM), free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 24V954 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on November 18, 2025.
Recall number 25V789000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV 2
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What 2024 Ford Escape PHEV owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My car has been recalled for over 6 months and it has not been repaired.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Possible battery short circuit. Safety recall issued months ago. recall no. 24V954 /24S79)
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and a software update was completed to monitor any issues with the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. 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. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V091000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while parked at the residence, the vehicle's doors failed to unlock, and the vehicle failed to start. A dealer's mobile technician replaced the 12-Volts battery at the contact's residence, and the vehicle became operable. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact expressed concerned about the recall fire risk. The manufacturer was/was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 9,700.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the messages "Blind Spot Fault System", "Cross Traffic System Fault", "Front Camera Fault service required", "Free collision assist not available", and "Check parking sensor" were displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that an over-the-air (OTA) update was needed. The vehicle was repaired. The failure persisted, and the vehicle was taken back to the same local dealer; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,700.
While driving on [xxx] in mundelien il. Posted 40mph; car changed cruise control to 60mph when passing route signs this happens consistently. Every time it passed a [xxx] sign. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
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Questions about the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV
Is the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV reliable?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV, fewer than a typical Escape PHEV model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV?
Electrical system, with 7 complaints. Next is fuel system (2).
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2024 Ford Escape PHEV electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 26V091000, 25V789000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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