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NHTSA Recall 25V881000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 87 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Escape Hybrid.

87
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2026
owners notified (February 12)
NHTSA campaign25V881000
Manufacturer campaign24S33
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Report receivedDecember 18, 2025
Owner notificationFebruary 12, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick Hybrid and 2020 Escape Hybrid vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 15, 2026. This is an expansion of Recalls 24V330 (24S33) and 25V133 (25S16).

Vehicles covered by recall 25V881000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Escape Hybrid2020
Ford Maverick Hybrid2022, 2023, 2024

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.