2016 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Fusion | 2014 Ford Fusion | 2015 Ford Focus — Power train: manual transmission
Published March 14, 2018 · Recall initiated: March 12, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V169000, published March 14, 2018 and initiated March 12, 2018. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2016 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Fusion | 2014 Ford Fusion | 2015 Ford Focus — Power train: manual transmission.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Focus vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. Owners of Fusion vehicles will have their clutch assembly replaced free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- FOCUS
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2016 FORD FOCUS | 2013 FORD FUSION | 2014 FORD FUSION | 2015 FORD FOCUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Fusion | 2014 Ford Fusion | 2015 Ford Focus — Power train: manual transmission recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V169000 on March 14, 2018. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Focus vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. Owners of Fusion vehicles will have their clutch assembly replaced free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: FOCUS.