2020 Ford Escape Hybrid, 2022–2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid Recall: Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to…
NHTSA campaign 25V881000 · Power Train · filed Dec 18, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to 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).
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Escape Hybrid | 2020 |
| Ford | Maverick Hybrid | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V881000 (manufacturer number 24S33). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.