NHTSA recall 18V-845 (18V845000)
power train recall reported November 28, 2018 - about 2,828 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V845000
- Also written as
- 18V-845
- Manufacturer number
- 18S07
- Reported
- November 28, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,828
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L Fox GTDI engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. 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 vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07. Note: This recall is an expansion of Recall 18V-169.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-845 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.