NHTSA recall 25V-881 (25V881000)
power train recall reported December 18, 2025 - about 87 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V881000
- Also written as
- 25V-881
- Manufacturer number
- 24S33
- Reported
- December 18, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~87
- Component
- power train
What is being 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.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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).
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-881 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.