Traction battery: management system/energy control module (bms/becm)Recall 24V-954 · Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Ford Motor Company recall 24V-954 covers 20,484 Ford and Lincoln vehicles for a traction battery: management system/energy control module (bms/becm) problem, reported to NHTSA on December 20, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 86% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V954000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Ford Escape, and 2021-2024 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
The risk
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Owners are advised not to charge battery till the remedy has been completed. Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (BECM) software update, and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 30, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S79.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
86%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 262 vehicles were listed as unreachable.