2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid, 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid recall: Software Error May Cause Loss of Drive Power

What's recalled

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.

The risk

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

Who's affected

87 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid, 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid.

Compared with

Ford Motor Company has 85 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 153 in all of 2025.

Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.

Before this

1 earlier NHTSA recall for these models since Nov. 1, 2016:

• Feb. 24, 2022 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid recall: Engine Damage May Cause Stall or Fire (agency record)

Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.

What to do and when

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).

NHTSA's record, word for word

Check it yourself

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Models in this recall

• Ford Escape Hybrid 2020
• Ford Maverick Hybrid 2022-2024

The record as NHTSA published it

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record