Safety Recall NHTSA · 25V126000 Reported February 28, 2025

Loss of drive from disconnected axle shaft

Ford Motor Company · Power Train · 18,648 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
25V126000
Manufacturer Campaign
25S12
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
18,648
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 28, 2025
Completion Rate
57.40

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 ecosport vehicles. the front axle half shafts may disconnect from the transmission, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Safety Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 25V126000 or campaign 25S12.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 25V126000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 25V126000?

NHTSA recall 25V126000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on February 28, 2025. It addresses: Loss of drive from disconnected axle shaft. The recall affects approximately 18,648 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V126000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25S12. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.