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2021 Ford Escape transmission problems

The 2021 Ford Escape has 34 transmission complaints filed with NHTSA — 8% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

34

Transmission complaints

8%

Share of year

1

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Transmission complaints by year

Related recalls

24V330000TransmissionMay 10, 2024 · 9,312 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S33.

Common questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2021 Ford Escape have?

NHTSA has 34 complaints about the 2021 Ford Escape transmission — 8% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Ford Escape transmission?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the transmission: 24V330000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.