Ford Focus recalls

36 safety recalls for the Ford Focus (model years 2000–2005, 2008, 2012–2018), explained in plain English. Pick your year:

2018 (7)2017 (10)2016 (10)2015 (9)2014 (12)2013 (11)2012 (7)2008 (1)2005 (1)2004 (1)2003 (1)2002 (1)2001 (7)2000 (11)

All Ford Focus recalls

Date	Recall	Vehicles	Problem	Units
2026-06-09	26V376	2015–2018 Ford Focus & 2013–2016 Ford Fusion	Powertrain & transmission	5,252
2026-06-09	26V369	2012–2018 Ford Focus	Fuel system	257,868
2026-01-20	26V012	2016–2018 Ford Focus & 2019, 2024 Ford Explorer	Equipment	2,403
2026-01-15	26V011	2013–2019 Ford Escape & 2013–2018 Ford Focus + 1 more	Equipment	116,672
2024-01-08	23V905	2018–2022 Ford Ecosport & 2016–2018 Ford Focus	Engine	139,730
2020-06-09	20V331	2011–2014 Ford Fiesta & 2012–2015 Ford Focus + 7 more	Door latches & locks	2,147,323
2019-07-05	19V515	2012–2017 Ford Focus	Fuel system	57,488
2018-12-03	18V845	2016–2018 Ford Focus	Powertrain & transmission	2,828
2018-10-23	18V735	2012–2018 Ford Focus	Fuel system	1,282,596
2018-03-14	18V169	2015–2016 Ford Focus & 2013–2014 Ford Fusion	Powertrain & transmission	5,361
2017-08-30	17V528	2017 Ford Focus	Seat belt	698
2017-01-30	17V052	2016 Ford C-MAX & 2016 Ford Focus	Body & structure	17
2016-09-28	16V698	2013–2017 Ford Focus	Door latches & locks	64,038
2016-09-06	16V643	2012–2015 Ford Focus & 2013–2015 Ford C-MAX + 4 more	Door latches & locks	2,046,297
2015-12-02	15V813	2013–2014 Ford Focus & 2013 Ford Escape	Electrical system	9,017
2015-07-08	15V436	2015 Ford C-MAX & 2015 Ford Escape + 1 more	Electrical system	374,781
2015-01-09	15V005	2014–2015 Ford Fiesta & 2014–2015 Ford Transit Connect + 4 more	Fuel system	54,543
2014-09-03	14V525	2014 Ford Escape & 2014 Ford Focus + 1 more	Fuel system	301
2014-08-22	14V514	2014 Ford C-MAX & 2014 Ford Focus	Steering ⛔	508
2014-08-11	14V495	2013–2014 Ford Escape & 2013–2014 Ford Focus	Electrical system	133,227
2013-08-06	13V335	2012–2013 Ford Focus	Lights	6,308
2013-03-11	13V085	2013 Ford Escape & 2013 Ford Focus + 1 more	Door latches & locks	5,675
2012-04-05	12V149	2012 Ford Focus	Windows, wipers & mirrors	140,310
2007-11-28	07V541	2008 Ford Expedition & 2008 Ford F-250 + 2 more	Airbag	45
2005-02-02	05V030	2000–2005 Ford Focus	Door latches & locks	589,932
2003-11-20	03V482	2000–2001 Ford Focus	Fuel system	671,000
2002-11-06	02V289	2000–2001 Ford Focus	Steering	446,569
2002-11-06	02V288	2000–2001 Ford Focus	Electrical system	291,854
2001-08-23	01V258	2000–2001 Ford Excursion & 2000–2001 Ford Expedition + 13 more	Windows, wipers & mirrors	1,083,000
2001-03-29	01V108	2001 Ford Focus	Seats	8,500
2000-12-18	00V418	2000–2001 Ford Focus	Seats	95,000
2000-12-12	00V411	2000 Ford Focus	Electrical system	74,500
2000-10-24	00V303	2000 Ford Focus	Wheels	203,700
2000-10-24	00V302	2000 Ford Focus	Speed control	28,800
2000-08-11	00V218	2000 Ford Focus	Body & structure	276,500
1999-12-22	99V346	2000 Ford Focus	Speed control	28,958

Other Ford models

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FAQ

How many recalls does the Ford Focus have?

The Ford Focus has 36 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2000–2005, 2008, 2012–2018. The 2014 model year has the most (12).

Are Ford Focus recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)