Recall 25V787 affects 2 2025 Ford Escape and Maverick vehicles for electric brake booster overheating. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 2 2025 Escape and Maverick vehicles because the electric brake booster ECU cover can make the printed circuit board overheat. The defect can cause loss of stability control systems or brake power assist, and Ford dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric brake booster on the 2025 Ford Escape and Maverick helps turn pedal force into braking force. Its electric control unit, or ECU, controls the booster and supports systems tied to braking stability, including anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control. The booster depends on the ECU housing cover fitting correctly so the electronics operate within their designed heat range.
On affected vehicles, the ECU housing was built with the wrong cover. Ford traced the problem to ECU covers placed in a mislabeled supplier container. With the wrong cover installed, the printed circuit board inside the ECU can overheat. If that happens, the vehicle can lose brake power assist or lose stability-control functions tied to braking.
If the ECU fails, warning lamps will appear in the instrument panel cluster. Treat those warning lights as the sign that the brake booster electronics are not working correctly.
Who's affected?
The Escape and Maverick share the same electric brake booster part in this recall, with separate component labels for stability control and hydraulic brake assist.
| 2025 Ford Escape | Electronic stability control (esc) |
|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Escape | hydraulic brake system |
| 2025 Ford Maverick | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2025 Ford Maverick | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of stability control or brake power assist can make the vehicle harder to control or stop and increase the risk of a crash. Warning lamps on the instrument panel are the sign to slow down, pull over safely, and call a Ford dealer for guidance. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Ford Escape or Maverick is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free electric brake booster replacement that addresses the overheating ECU cover and brake-assist or stability-control loss.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V787 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when traffic allows.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the electric brake booster covered by recall 25V787. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Because Ford used its general reimbursement plan on file, documented out-of-pocket repairs paid before the owner notice can be submitted for reimbursement. Bring receipts and any related repair paperwork to the Ford service desk, or contact Ford customer service if the dealer asks you to start the claim with Ford.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 14, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 17, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| November 17, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 17, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 28, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V787?
Recall 25V787 covers 2 2025 Ford Escape and Maverick vehicles with an electric brake booster ECU cover that can overheat the printed circuit board. Ford says the defect can cause loss of stability control systems or brake power assist, increasing crash risk. Ford dealers replace the electric brake booster for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Ford Escape or Maverick is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V787. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the electric brake booster replacement. Reference Ford recall number 25SC6 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform the recall repair at no cost, and Ford will replace the electric brake booster free of charge at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle stability control or brake power assist. In recall 25V787, Ford says the affected electric brake booster ECU cover can overheat the printed circuit board, which can reduce braking support or stability-control functions and increase crash risk.
When did Ford mail owner letters?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on November 28, 2025. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2025 Escape or Maverick is included, then contact a franchised Ford dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V787000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V787 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V787000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →