FORD ECOSPORT (2021) recall — Power Train
Ford is recalling 2021 EcoSport vehicles with potential drive power loss and rollaway risk due to disconnected half shafts. Owners should contact Ford for free half shaft replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
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.
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What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2021 EcoSport vehicles because front axle half shafts can disconnect, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. This could lead to vehicle rollaway if the parking brake isn't applied, potentially causing injury. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80362-ford-2021-ecosport-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash-from.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80362-ford-2021-ecosport-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash-from · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V126000
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“Ford 2021 EcoSport Power Train Recall: Risk of Crash from Drive Power Loss.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80362-ford-2021-ecosport-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash-from. Based on NHTSA recall #25V126000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V126000).
Why it’s dangerous
The front axle half shafts can disconnect from the transmission, causing a loss of drive power. This may lead to vehicle rollaway if the parking brake isn't applied, increasing crash risk and potential injury.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021 Ford EcoSport vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the vehicle rolls away due to a disconnected half shaft.
How to tell if you have this one
This recall applies to 2021 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The issue was first identified in 2021 and is being addressed through dealer inspections.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ford Customer Service
Call Ford at 866-436-7332 to schedule a free half shaft inspection and replacement.
Get Half Shaft Inspection
Dealers will inspect and replace the half shafts as necessary at no cost to the owner.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is my 2021 EcoSport being recalled?
The front axle half shafts may disconnect from the transmission, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
This recall applies to 2021 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The issue was first identified in 2021.
What should I do if I own a recalled vehicle?
Dealers will inspect and replace the half shafts as necessary at no cost. Contact Ford at 866-436-7332 to schedule the service.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V126000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 25V126000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #25V126000 (February 28, 2025)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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