The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V376000·Announced 2026-06-09

Ford Recalls Focus and Fusion Vehicles for Transmission Clutch Fracture Risk

Ford is recalling 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under prior recalls. The clutch may fracture, causing transmission damage and fluid leaks that increase fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (clutch fracture) that can lead to a fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating involving significant injury or property-damage reports/risks.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The defect involves the manual transmission clutch, which may fracture. This fracture can result in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.

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. No specific number of affected vehicles is provided in the source text, but the recall applies to the specific model years and models listed that were subject to the prior incorrect repairs.

Dealers will update the software and inspect Focus vehicles to replace the clutch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.

The recalled product

Product
FORD FOCUS, FUSION
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Transmission
Hazard
Affected units
5,252

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 (2)

  • FOCUS
  • FUSION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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