NHTSA Recall 22V331000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V331000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22S33 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | May 13, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 8, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5L hybrid powertrains. Insufficient welds inside the high voltage battery may fail, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on July 12, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S33.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V331000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.