Ford Focus (2016) Power Train Recall: Fire Risk from Transmission Fluid Leak
Ford is recalling 2015-2016 Focus vehicles with 1.0L GTDI and 6-speed manual transmission due to potential transmission fluid leaks near ignition sources that could cause fire. Owners must contact Ford for free clutch repairs.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2015-2016 Focus vehicles with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission because a faulty clutch could leak transmission fluid near hot engine parts, increasing fire risk. This recall also covers some 2013-2014 Fusion vehicles with similar transmission setups. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226807-ford-focus-2016-power-train-recall-fire-risk-from-transmission.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226807-ford-focus-2016-power-train-recall-fire-risk-from-transmission · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V169000
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“Ford Focus (2016) Power Train Recall: Fire Risk from Transmission Fluid Leak.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226807-ford-focus-2016-power-train-recall-fire-risk-from-transmission. Based on NHTSA recall #18V169000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V169000).
Why it’s dangerous
A faulty clutch can fracture, causing transmission fluid leaks near hot engine components. If transmission fluid contacts an ignition source like a hot engine or exhaust, it could ignite and cause a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles with 1.0L GTDI and 6-speed manual transmission, and some 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles with 1.6L GTDI and 6-speed manual transmission are affected. Drivers who frequently drive in hot conditions or with high engine temperatures may be at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle has a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission for 2015-2016 Focus models. Also, look for 2013-2014 Fusion vehicles with 1.6L GTDI and 6-speed manual transmission. The recall began August 3, 2018.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ford Customer Service
Call 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule free clutch repairs.
Get Free Clutch Repair
Ford will replace the clutch assembly at no cost to you if needed.
What NHTSA says 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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 4 months.
- Recall began
- NHTSA received the defect report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V169000 (December 3, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.