Recall 26V132 covers 324 2025 Escape recreational trailers for spare tire carriers that can detach. Do not drive. Free repair at a franchised Escape dealer.
A detached spare tire carrier can fall into the road and create a hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. There is no warning sign before failure. Do not drive the trailer until the carrier is replaced, and ask Escape about towing or safe transport if it must move. Repair is free at any franchised Escape dealer.
Escape is recalling 324 2025 Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, and Escape 21 recreational trailers because the spare tire carrier has incorrect welding and can detach during transit. Do not drive with one of these trailers until Escape completes the free repair, because a detached carrier can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on the 2025 Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, and Escape 21 is the metal mount that holds the spare tire to the trailer during travel. It has to carry the tire's weight while the trailer moves over road vibration, bumps, and turns. That load depends on the welded joint staying bonded to the carrier and base plate.
On affected trailers, the weld point was not formed correctly. The weld bonded to the thinner hollow steel tube instead of fully tying the tube to the base plate, which is the flat mounting surface that anchors the carrier. When that joint fails, the spare tire carrier can detach from the trailer during transit.
There is no warning sign before failure. The carrier can separate without a noise, movement, or visible change that gives the owner time to react.
Who's affected?
Covers 4 Escape trailer models from the 2025 model year, all with the same spare tire carrier.
| 2025 Escape Escape 5.0 | Spare tire mount/rack |
|---|---|
| 2025 Escape Escape 17 | Spare tire mount/rack |
| 2025 Escape Escape 19 | Spare tire mount/rack |
| 2025 Escape Escape 21 | Spare tire mount/rack |
| Units affected | 324 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached spare tire carrier can fall into the road and create a hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. There is no warning sign before failure. Do not drive the trailer until the carrier is replaced, and ask Escape about towing or safe transport if it must move. Repair is free at any franchised Escape dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, or Escape 21 trailer is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the trailer until the spare-tire-carrier replacement is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the trailer has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Escape dealer to schedule the free spare-tire-carrier replacement that fixes the incorrectly welded carrier before it detaches during transit.
- Bring the recall notice if Escape has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V132 when you call.
- Call Escape customer service at 1-604-703-1650 with questions about scheduling or moving the trailer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Escape technician replaces the spare tire carrier with the recall replacement part. The repair is available now, and parts and labor are free under the recall. The replacement is a straightforward carrier removal and installation. If you paid before the owner notification, contact Escape with documentation for reimbursement. Escape also reimburses a reasonable installation amount when a certified RV technician performed the removal and installation, as long as you submit a paid invoice.
| Estimated time at dealer | 60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
Timeline
| March 5, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 9, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| March 9, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 9, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 9, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 20, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V132?
Recall 26V132 covers 324 2025 Escape Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, and Escape 21 recreational trailers. The spare tire carrier has incorrect welding and can detach during transit. Do not drive an affected trailer. Escape dealers will replace the carrier for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Escape Escape 5.0, Escape 17, Escape 19, or Escape 21 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 26V132. If it is, do not drive it. Contact an Escape dealer or Escape Trailer customer service at 1-604-703-1650 to arrange the free spare tire carrier replacement.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Escape dealers will replace the spare tire carrier free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for trailers included in recall 26V132.
What does "do not drive" mean for this Escape trailer recall?
Do not drive the trailer until the spare tire carrier has been replaced. The carrier can detach during transit and become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing crash or injury risk. Ask Escape or the dealer how to move the trailer for repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V132000 |
|---|---|
| Escape customer service | 1-604-703-1650 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V132 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V132000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →