2021 Ford Escape Fuel Pump Control Module Recall (21V625)
Ford Motor Company · 13,773 vehicles · Reported August 10, 2021
Ford Motor Company is recalling 13,773 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sport; 2021 Ford Escape; 2021 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 21V625 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V625000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 21S38 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 10, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sport; 2021 Ford Escape; 2021 Lincoln Corsair |
| Units affected | 13,773 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Delivery > Fuel Pump > Control / Drive Module |
| Safety risk | An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Ford Escape in recall 21V625?
The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Escape with recall 21V625?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the control and drive module.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V625?
Recall 21V625 covers 13,773 vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sport; 2021 Ford Escape; 2021 Lincoln Corsair.
NHTSA lists 13,773 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Ford | Bronco Sport |
| 2021 | Ford | Escape |
| 2021 | Lincoln | Corsair |
What is the fix for the Escape fuel pump control module recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters (remedy not available) were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S38.
When was recall 21V625 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 21V625 to NHTSA on August 10, 2021.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 10, 2021 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V625000. |
| September 30, 2021 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
| December 14, 2021 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 62 months ago. If your Escape was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Escape is part of recall 21V625?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V625 is open on your Escape, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021 Escape vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Escape owners do about recall 21V625?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V625000 applies to your Escape.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ford dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any control and drive module symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Escape owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1,436 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 282 of them about the fuel system.
Since recall 21V625 was reported on August 10, 2021, owners have filed 280 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 26 of them (9%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the fuel system and were received on or after August 10, 2021, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related fuel system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,436 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 282 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Ford Bronco Sport: 696 complaints in total, 120 about the fuel system
- 2022 Ford Bronco Sport: 358 complaints in total, 89 about the fuel system
- 2021 Ford Escape: 348 complaints in total, 73 about the fuel system
- 2021 Lincoln Corsair: 34 complaints in total, 0 about the fuel system
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while making a right turn at approximately 10 MPH, a fuel odor had begun to leak into the interior cabin before the engine caught on fire. The A/C was activated during the time of the failure. No warning lights illuminated.
2021 Ford Escape owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11663746, filed May 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Service Engine Soon" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that an unknown valve needed to be replaced. The unknown valve failure was related to the fuel intake.
2021 Ford Escape owner, MD, NHTSA complaint 11668665, filed June 23, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the engine control software update was performed as an interim recall repair.
2021 Ford Escape owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11678703, filed August 6, 2025
Can recall 21V625 make my Escape a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Fuel system defects can cause stalling, fuel leaks or a fire risk. Repeat stalling after a recall repair is a strong sign the fix did not work.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Escape went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V625
Did the recall 21V625 fix work?
Since recall 21V625 was reported on August 10, 2021, owners have filed 280 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 26 of them (9%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 21V625000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Escape is part of recall 21V625000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V625000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford, Lincoln. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.