NHTSA recall 18V-169 (18V169000)
power train recall reported March 12, 2018 - about 5,361 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V169000
- Also written as
- 18V-169
- Manufacturer number
- 18S07
- Reported
- March 12, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~5,361
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-169 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.