2024 Ford Escape Phev: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Ford Escape Phev: 2 recalls, 7 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V789000 · 2025 · 20,558 vehicles
What's wrong: A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells May result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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…
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V091000 · 2026 · 25,237 vehicles
What's wrong: A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells May result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (6): the most common themes are electrical failure (4).
- Fuel & propulsion (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2024 Ford Escape Phev has 7 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 7 Escape Phev model years for complaints (well below the 18 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 6,700 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (11 complaints, 2 recalls), 2025 (4 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Ford Escape Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Ford Escape Phev. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Ford Escape Phev problems?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (6), fuel & propulsion (2), forward collision avoidance (1).
Where can I get a 2024 Ford Escape Phev repair manual?
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