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NHTSARecalled Dec 18, 2025 · #25V881000

Software Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power

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Description

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

Product details

Product
  • Software Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power
  • 2020 Escape Hybrid
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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).

View the official CPSC notice