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2021 FORD Escape STRUCTURE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

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STRUCTURE Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #25V829000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2025 Escape vehicles. The liftgate hinge covers may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall, or replace any missing liftgate hinge covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD6. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
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Other FORD Escape 2021 Recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 recalls
EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
ENGINE
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall

Other FORD Escape Years

2026
2 recalls
2025
9 recalls
2024
8 recalls
2023
11 recalls
2022
19 recalls
2020
23 recalls
2019
3 recalls
2018
4 recalls
2017
4 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
9 recalls
2014
16 recalls
2013
18 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
3 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
5 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
8 recalls
2003
9 recalls
2002
10 recalls
2001
15 recalls

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2022 JEEP Grand Wagoneer
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2021 FORD Escape safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS recall for the 2021 FORD Escape? (Campaign #25V829000)

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2025 Escape vehicles. The liftgate hinge covers may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle. A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and reinstall, or replace any missing liftgate hinge covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD6. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.