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Ford · United States · Crit

Ford Focus, Fusion: Power train — manual transmission

Affects Ford Focus, Fusion · 2013–2016 — about 5K vehicles.

The 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.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational