2020–2025 Ford Escape Key Fob Battery Type and Replacement

Which Ford Escape model years does this cover?

These key fob battery specifications apply to every Ford Escape built from 2020 through 2025 — the 4th generation (CX482), compact crossover suv (c2 platform; refreshed for 2023). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2020–2025 Ford Escape

• 2020All-new car-like generation; hybrid returns. 12V battery moves to Group 48/H6 with stop-start; key fob switches to CR2450.
• 2021Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) finally launches in the US after a delay caused by the European Kuga PHEV battery fires
• 2023Major refresh: new front/rear styling, trims renamed (Base, Active, ST-Line, Platinum), available 13.2-in SYNC 4 touchscreen, LED headlights standard; power restated to 180 hp (1.5L), 192 hp (hybrid), 210 hp (PHEV). Wipers, tires, oil specs carry over.
• 2025Carryover year; check open recalls (fuel injector 25S76, PHEV battery 25V-789) before purchase

What battery does the 2020–2025 Ford Escape key fob take?

A single CR2450 (push-button-start fob, 2020–2025). Note the change from the CR2032 used through 2019 coin cell.

Can you use a CR2032 instead of a CR2025 in a 2020–2025 Ford Escape key fob?

Usually. Both are 20 mm across; the 2032 is 3.2 mm thick against the 2025's 2.5 mm, so it holds more charge but is a tighter fit and can strain the contacts in a shallow housing. If the case will not close cleanly, use the specified CR2450 (push-button-start fob, 2020–2025). Note the change from the CR2032 used through 2019.

How do you open a 2020–2025 Ford Escape key fob?

Slide out the mechanical emergency key first, which usually releases a catch, then part the halves with a plastic pry tool or a coin wrapped in tape. A screwdriver will mark the case and can crack the seam.