The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V698000·Announced 2016-09-28

Ford Recalls 2013-2017 Focus Hatchbacks for Latch Defect

Ford is recalling 2013-2017 Focus hatchbacks with manual transmissions because the rear hatch may unlatch with a single button press, increasing injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (latch mechanism) that increases the risk of injury to passengers, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured between February 14, 2012, and August 26, 2016. These specific vehicles are equipped with a manual transmission. The recall affects 64,038 vehicles.

The defect involves the hatchback latch mechanism, which may unlatch with a single press of the interior latch release button. This failure to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206 increases the risk of injury to unsecured passengers in the back if the hatch opens accidentally.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module with updated software at no charge. The recall began on February 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD FOCUS
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Hatchback
Hazard
Affected units
64,038

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • FOCUS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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