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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·June 9, 2026

Ford recalls 2015–2018 Focus and 2013–2016 Fusion cars over clutch that may break and cause fluid leak

A clutch that was wrongly repaired in an earlier recall may fracture and damage the transmission, which can leak fluid that may catch fire if it touches hot engine or exhaust parts.

What to do

Dealers will update the software for free and, on Focus cars, inspect and replace the clutch assembly if needed at no cost. Owners can call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and cite recall number 26S43.

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NHTSA recall page

Recall details

Product
Ford Focus, Fusion 2013–2018
Company
Ford Motor Company
Hazard
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.
Units
5,252 vehicles
Owner notification
October 15, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
June 9, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V376000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 26S43
  • Model years: 2013–2018

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Consequence
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.
Corrective action
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will inspect Focus vehicles and replace the clutch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were October 16, 2026. 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.

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