Mechanic Notes

2020 Ford Escape Hinge And Attachments recall 25V829000

Safety recall

Component: Structure: Body: Hatchback/Liftgate: Hinge And Attachments · Campaign 25V829000 · Reported 01/12/2025

Symptoms / what can happen

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

Cause

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.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official 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.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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