Common questions

Is there a recall on 2016 Ford Focus?

Is there a recall on 2016 Ford Focus?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Focus and C-Max vehicles. The floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the apron joints, repairing the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2017.

When does the free Ford Focus replacement start?

THE FREE REPLACEMENT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR A PERIOD OF 10 YEARS FOLLOWING THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE, WITH NO MILEAGE LIMIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2003.

Is there a recall on the Ford Escape?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 1, 2014, to June 12, 2015, Ford Focus vehicles manufactured June 17, 2014, to June 12, 2015, and Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured April 22, 2014, to June 12, 2015.

Are there any recalls on 2012 Ford Focus?

This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by Yakima Products, Inc. for use on model year 2012 and 2013 Ford Focus vehicles. This recall is being conducted by Yakima, not by Ford. Certain combined Q-Tower and Q128 Clip rooftop rack systems, part numbers 8000124 and 8000728, do not fully contact the door frame.

What to do if you have a Ford recall?

If you receive a Ford recall notification letter or find that your vehicle is named in a recall, contact your Ford dealer to schedule an appointment. Our service advisors will provide any additional information at that time, as well.

Why was there a transmission recall on the Ford Focus?

Ford’s inexperience in producing dual-clutch transmission. The company had no previous experience in manufacturing this particular transmission type for the American market. Using the dual-clutch design was a late decision on the management’s part and they pushed the launching on before the transmission was ready for real-world use.

Are there any problems with the Ford Focus?

People liked these low-priced, fuel-efficient cars, but it was a short-lived love story. The owners faced problems with these cars’ 6-speed, dual-clutch PowerShift transmission. The owners often complained about the gearbox shuddering, hesitating, stumbling, and shifting roughly when speeding up from a stop.

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Ruth Doyle