Axle assembly: axle shaftRecall 25V-126 · 2021–2022 Ford Ecosport

Ford Motor Company recall 25V-126 covers 18,648 2021–2022 Ford Ecosport for a axle assembly: axle shaft problem, reported to NHTSA on February 28, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 69% of affected vehicles repaired.

69%
Vehicles repaired12,780 of 18,648 · 2026 Q3
Vehicles affected18,6481 model
ReportedFeb 28, 2025Owners notified May 29, 2025
Complaints since37Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 25V126000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 EcoSport vehicles. The front axle half shafts may disconnect from the transmission, which can result in a loss of drive power.

The risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a disconnected half shaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the half shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S12.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

69%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 535 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2025 Q22026 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from April 1, 2021 to July 20, 2022. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.