2021–2026 Ford Escape key fob battery
The 2021–2026 Ford Escape key fob takes a CR2450, a 24.5 × 5 mm 3 V lithium cell. Below: how to open it, what to do if it dies, and the manual we checked.
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Tip: change the spare key at the same time. Both cells usually age together.
Quick facts
Before you start
- Get a new CR2450 cell from a fresh pack.
- Work over a table or soft cloth so small parts and buttons don’t get lost.
- Note which way the old battery faces before you take it out.
- Keep loose coin cells away from children and pets. See coin battery safety.
How to replace the 2021–2026 Ford Escape key fob battery
- Press the release button and pull out the metal key blade
- Behind where the blade sat, twist a thin coin under the hidden tab to lift off the battery cover
- Ease the old cell out with a small screwdriver, keeping clear of the circuit board
- Fit the new CR2450 with the + side facing up
- Clip the cover back on, slide the key blade in and test the buttons
Confirmed in the 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Escape owner's manuals (CR2450 for push-button start keys). 2025-2026 manuals list only the push-button start key.
After you change the battery
- Press lock and unlock from a few metres away. The car should react on the first press.
- On push-button start cars, start the engine once with the fob in your pocket.
- If nothing happens, re-open the fob and check the battery direction and contacts. More fixes: key fob not working after a battery change.
About the CR2450 battery
CR2450 is a 24.5 mm × 5 mm, 3 V lithium cell with a typical capacity of about 620 mAh. The same size is sold as DL2450, ECR2450, 5029LC. A CR2430 has the same diameter but is thinner, so it can fit loosely and runs down sooner. Stick with CR2450.
Photos from Ford Escape owners
No owner photos yet for this generation.
Other vehicles that use a CR2450
2021–2026 Ford Bronco2025–2026 Ford Bronco Sport2024–2025 Hyundai Elantra
Other Ford Escape years
Questions
What battery does the 2021–2026 Ford Escape key fob use?
Push-button start: 1 × CR2450 (smart key).
How many batteries does the 2021–2026 Ford Escape key fob need?
1 CR2450 cell.
Can I use a CR2430 instead of a CR2450?
It has the same 24.5 mm diameter but is thinner, so it can lose contact and runs down sooner. Use a CR2450.
Which battery names are the same as CR2450?
DL2450, ECR2450, 5029LC are the same size as CR2450.
Do I need to reprogram the key after changing the battery?
Most key fobs keep their pairing when the battery is changed. If the fob stops working, check the battery direction and contacts first; our troubleshooting guide covers the rest.
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