NHTSA Recall 26V091000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,237 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Escape PHEV.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V091000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25SC4 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | February 17, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 4, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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 NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V091000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape PHEV | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Lincoln Corsair PHEV | 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
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.