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Ford Battery Energy Control Module recalled for loss of power and fire risk

Ford is recalling certain Battery Energy Control Modules (BECM) with incorrect software that can display an inaccurate battery charge level. This may cause an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing crash risk, or cause the module to overheat and create a fire hazard.

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What to do

  1. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) against Ford's recall list at ford.com or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 26S70).
  2. If your vehicle is affected, schedule a service appointment with a Ford dealer to update the BECM software at no charge.
  3. Owner notification letters will be mailed beginning November 8, 2026.
Call · 866-436-7332Official notice ↗

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Product
Loss of Power or Fire Risk from Incorrect BECM Software

Details

Units affected
83
Recall number
26E063000

In the NHTSA's words

Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Battery Energy Control Modules (BECM) with part numbers PZ98-10B687-K* and PZ98-14C197-K*. The battery energy control module software may cause an incorrect state of charge to display in the vehicle, or lead to an increased risk of a high voltage battery fire after repeated DC Fast Charging cycles. An inaccurate state-of-charge reading can lead to an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, a high voltage battery fire increases the risk of injury. Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 8, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S70.
Hazard
An inaccurate state-of-charge reading can lead to an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of crash. Additionally, a high voltage battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the BECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 8, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S70.

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