Transport Canada Recall - 2026070 - FORD
Summary
Affected products
2020 | FORD | ESCAPE, 2021 | LINCOLN | CORSAIR, 2021 | FORD | ESCAPE, 2022 | FORD | ESCAPE, 2022 | LINCOLN | CORSAIR, 2023 | FORD | ESCAPE, 2023 | LINCOLN | CORSAIR, 2024 | LINCOLN | CORSAIR, 2024 | FORD | ESCAPE, 2025 | LINCOLN | CORSAIR, 2025 | FORD | ESCAPE, 2026 | FORD | ESCAPE
Issue
On certain vehicles, the software update installed by a Ford dealer during recall 24S79 (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-781) may not be effective. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles, a problem inside the high-voltage battery could cause a short circuit. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the high-voltage battery could overheat. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-628. This recall only affects certain plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) equipped with a 2.5 L engine.
Safety risk
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A battery that overheats can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective actions
To reduce the safety risk, Ford advises that you set the maximum charge setting of your vehicle at 80% and to only use normal EV mode until the recall repairs have been completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software. The BECM software will monitor the high-voltage battery and warn you if it detects a problem. If you see this warning, you should contact a dealership to arrange replacement of the high-voltage battery pack.
Background
Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
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