Recall 26V374 affects 18,124 2017 Ford Escape SUVs for power-window software that can pinch before reversing. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 18,124 2017 Escape vehicles previously repaired under recall 16V617 because the power windows can apply too much force before reversing when they meet an object. That delay can pinch a driver or passenger before the window retracts, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The power window operating system on the 2017 Ford Escape is the software that tells the power windows how to respond when they are closed from a switch or remote command. It controls the auto-reverse feature, which is supposed to stop and reverse the glass when the window meets an object. That protection matters because fingers, hands, and other objects can be caught in the opening.
On included Escapes, a prior repair under Ford recall 16C12 / 16V617 did not leave every vehicle with the intended software installed. With the wrong software state, the window system can apply more closing force than the federal standard allows before it reverses. The defect is in the software configuration, not a broken window motor or switch.
There is no warning sign before failure. The window can look and sound normal until it closes on an object with too much force before reversing.
Who's affected?
VINs become searchable on July 6, 2026; until then, the VIN-by-VIN list is not public.
| 2017 Ford Escape | visibility component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 18,124 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Ford Escape is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A closing power window that fails to reverse can pinch a driver or passenger before it retracts, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign listed before the window fails to reverse, so keep hands, arms, and passengers clear until the software update is done. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Ford Escape is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ford's owner letter expected July 6, 2026, then contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free repair.
- Ask the dealer whether recall number 26V374 is open for your VIN before making a service trip.
- Schedule the power-window software update that corrects excessive closing force before the window reverses.
- Keep hands, fingers, and objects clear of closing windows until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
Once Ford opens the repair, a Ford technician will update the power window operating system software. The software update is free under the recall, with parts and labor covered. Owner letters are expected on July 6, 2026. Ford's standard reimbursement plan handles documented, related repairs paid from your own pocket before the recall notice. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk so Ford can review whether the expense qualifies under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 9, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 6, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 6, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 8, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V374?
Recall 26V374 covers 18,124 2017 Ford Escape vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall 16V617. The power windows can press with excessive force before reversing, increasing injury risk. Ford dealers will update the power window software for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Ford Escape is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Escape is included in recall 26V374. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the power window operating system software update. Reference Ford recall number 26C29 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners, and Ford dealers will update the power window operating system software free of charge for vehicles included in recall 26V374.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V374?
The safety risk is pinch injury from a closing power window. In affected 2017 Ford Escape vehicles, the window can exert excessive force before it reverses after meeting an object, which can pinch a driver or passenger before retracting.
When will Ford notify owners about recall 26V374?
Ford expects to mail owner notification letters on July 6, 2026. VINs for this recall are also scheduled to become searchable on July 6, 2026. You can call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference Ford recall number 26C29.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V374000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V374 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V374000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →