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Ford · United States · High

Ford Escape: Structure — hinge and attachments

Affects Ford Escape · 2020–2025 — about 109K vehicles.

The hazard

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

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational