2025 Ford Escape Recall: Structure (NHTSA 25V829000)

NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2025 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.

Table of contents
  1. What does the official notice say?
  2. Risk if left unaddressed
  3. Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
  4. How to check if your vehicle is affected
  5. Frequently asked questions

What does the official notice say?

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 left unaddressed

A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer's fix (remedy)

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.

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 25V829000).

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA recall 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.

What happens if this recall isn't fixed?

A detached liftgate hinge cover can create a distraction or a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?

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. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 25V829000.

Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 25V829000, reported on 01/12/2025. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.

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