Vehicle recall 26V376000 · June 9, 2026
Ford Focus and Fusion
The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will inspect Focus vehicles and replace the clutch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V376000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 9, 2026
- Filed by
- Ford Motor Company
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26S43
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,252
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Manual transmission
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ford Focus (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- Ford Fusion (2013-2016): 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
Has your Ford been repaired?
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