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2001 FORD Focus

14 recalls Risk Grade: B+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #03V482000 Plain English
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The fuel system in your vehicle has a filter that helps get gasoline to the engine. Over time, this filter can get clogged by dirt and debris, which can cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the filter gets clogged, your engine might hesitate, lose power, or stall unexpectedly. This could lead to a crash if you're driving at the time.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty filter with a new one at no cost to you. If you notice any issues like hesitation or loss of power, schedule the repair as soon as you can. The fix is free, and it's available for 10 years after you first bought the vehicle, with no mileage limit.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION OF THE FILTER IN THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM) CAN REDUCE, AND EVENTUALLY BLOCK, THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION, LOSS OF POWER, SURGING, AND OTHER SIMILAR SYMPTOMS. OVER TIME, THE FILTER MAY BECOME SUFFICIENTLY BLOCKED TO CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
THIS ACTION IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN AND IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED UNDER THE SAFETY ACT. ALL OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FDM WITH A NEW DESIGN AT NO CHARGE IF THE OWNER REPORTS THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS ANY OF THE IDENTIFIED SYMPTOMS. THE FREE REPLACEMENT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR A PERIOD OF 10 YEARS FOLLOWING THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE, WITH NO MILEAGE LIMIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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Critical #02V289000 Plain English
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STEERING:LINKAGES

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The pinches bolts on your vehicle's steering system keep the lower control arm connected to the steering knuckle. These bolts might not be tightened properly, which could cause some issues.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts are loose, you might hear strange noises or feel vibrations while driving. If left unchecked, this could lead to a more serious problem where the joint separates or the ball joint stud breaks, which could make your vehicle harder to control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect the pinches bolts on your steering knuckle and tighten them as needed, free of charge. If you don't get the repair done within a reasonable time, you should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOOSE PINCH BOLTS THAT SECURE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO THE STEERING KNUCKLE HAVE BEEN REPORTED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOOSE PINCH BOLTS COULD EXHIBIT NOISE, VIBRATION AND, IN EXTREME CASES IF LEFT UNCORRECTED, SEPARATION OF THE JOINT OR FRACTURE OF THE BALL JOINT STUD, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING KNUCKLE PINCH BOLT FOR TIGHTNESS AND CORRECT AS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 10, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
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High Priority #01I017000 Plain English
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WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
Your Focus has a critical component called the wheel bearing, which is like a ball joint that connects the wheel to the hub. In areas where roads are salted in winter, the bearing's seal can corrode, letting dirt and water in.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seal fails, the wheel bearings can wear out faster, causing a loud noise. If not fixed, the wheel might start to wobble, which can make driving hazardous.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the wheel bearings with new ones and add extra seals to ensure a smooth ride – all at no cost to you. Even if you've already had this issue addressed, they'll still do the extra work to keep your bearings in top shape.
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Original — What Happened
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2000-2001 FORD FOCUS PASSENGER VEHICLES, ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIOM, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN. IN HIGH CORROSION AREAS, WHERE SALT IS USED ON ROADWAYS IN THE WINTER, THE REAR WHEEL BEARING SEAL RACE CAN EXPERIENCE SURFACE CORROSION. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE WHEEL BEARING SEALS COULD BECOME DAMAGED AND ALLOW CONTAMINATION TO ENTER THE WHEEL BEARINGS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE WHEEL BEARINGS COULD PREMATURELY WEAR AND CAUSE A NOTICEABLE NOISE. IF NOT REPAIRED, THIS CONDITION COULD PROGRESS TO THE POINT WHERE THE WHEEL BEGINS TO WOBBLE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER. ADDITIONAL BEARING SEALS WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED TO ENSURE A SMOOTH RIDE. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE IN EFFECT UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2002, REGARDLESS OF MILEAGE. EVEN IF THE VEHICLE HAS ALREADY BEEN SERVICED UNDER RECALL CAMPAIGN 00S31, FORD HAS TAKEN ADDITIONAL STEPS TO KEEP THE WHEEL BEARINGS IN TOP SHAPE. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332, CONCERNING THIS PROGRAM.
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Moderate #09E025000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
DOPE, INC.
What Happened
Your headlight assembly has amber side reflectors that help increase visibility and safety. Unfortunately, the ones sold as aftermarket equipment for your vehicle don't meet safety standards and are missing these reflectors.
Risk if Unfixed
If your lights aren't properly equipped with reflectors, your vehicle's visibility at night is reduced, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You'll get a full refund for the non-compliant headlight assembly from DOPE, INC. You can contact them at 1-626-272-1798 to initiate the refund process.
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Original — What Happened
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
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Moderate #09E012000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
SABERSPORT
What Happened
The combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies on your vehicle are the lights that go on when you turn on your headlights. In some cases, these lights don't have the required reflective strips that help other drivers see you from the side.
Risk if Unfixed
If these lights are missing the reflective strips, it could be harder for other drivers to see you, especially at night or in low-light conditions. This may lead to a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will give you a full refund for the non-compliant lamps, and you should contact Sabersport at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange the refund.
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Original — What Happened
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
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Moderate #08E050000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
K2 MOTOR CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle may be equipped with aftermarket headlamps that are missing a crucial amber side reflector. This reflector helps other drivers see your vehicle at night. Without it, your lights may not be as visible to others.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber side reflectors, other drivers might have trouble seeing your vehicle at night, which could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
K2 Motor will give you a full refund for the headlamps, and you should contact them directly to arrange the refund.
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Original — What Happened
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
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Moderate #06E049000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's headlights, turn signals, and parking lights are essential for visibility on the road. Some replacement lamps sold for your vehicle don't have a crucial safety feature: an amber reflector that helps other drivers see you.
Risk if Unfixed
Without these amber reflectors, the lights on your vehicle could be dim or invisible to other drivers, especially at night or in low-light conditions. This could lead to a crash without warning, putting you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the non-compliant lamps with new ones that meet all safety standards, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your vehicle's lights are safe and functional.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
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Moderate #06E026000 Plain English
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights might be using replacement lamps that don't meet safety standards. These lamps might be missing amber side reflectors.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber reflectors, your vehicle's lights won't shine properly, making it harder to see the road at night. This could lead to a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Pro-A Motors will offer to buy back the non-compliant lamps, free of charge. You should contact them at 323-838-2988 to arrange the refund.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
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Moderate #02V288000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The battery cables in your vehicle are the electrical highways that power your engine. In certain models, these cables might be loose or damaged, which could cause the insulation to wear down.
Risk if Unfixed
If the insulation is damaged, your cables could short circuit, causing heat damage, a flickering 'check engine' light, trouble starting your car, or even a fire.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and fix the battery cables by rerouting them, tightening the terminal ends, and replacing any damaged cables – all for free. If you haven't received the repair notice, call Ford at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule the work.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ZETEC ENGINES, LOOSE OR BROKEN ATTACHMENTS AND MISROUTED BATTERY CABLES COULD LEAD TO CABLE INSULATION DAMAGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS, IN TURN, COULD CAUSE THE BATTERY CABLES TO SHORT RESULTING IN HEAT DAMAGE TO THE CABLES. BESIDES HEAT DAMAGE, THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE, THE VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO START, OR SMOKE, MELTING, OR FIRE COULD ALSO OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERY CABLES FOR THE CONDITION OF THE CABLE INSULATION AND PROPER TIGHTENING OF THE TERMINAL ENDS. AS NECESSARY, CABLES WILL BE REROUTED, RETAINING CLIPS INSTALLED, AND DAMAGED BATTERY CABLES REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 10, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
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Moderate #01V258000 Plain English
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VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The wiper motor switch in your vehicle controls the wiper blades and helps them return to the 'parked' position. Unfortunately, this switch can overheat and fail, especially in snowy or icy conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If the switch fails, you could lose control of your windshield wipers, making it hard to see while driving. This increases the risk of a crash, especially in bad weather.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the wiper motor and replace the gear case cover if it's in the affected group. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION, OR IGNITION OF THE PLASTIC COVER MATERIAL. SWITCH MALFUNCTION IS MOST LIKELY TO OCCUR WHEN THE INTERMITTENT SETTING OF THE WIPERS IS BEING USED, OR WHEN SNOW OR ICE OBSTRUCTS THE BLADES FROM RETURNING TO THE "PARKED" POSITION AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT AT THE FOLLOWING ASSEMBLY PLANTS: ATLANTA PLANT FROM 2/11/00 THROUGH 7/31/00; CHICAGO PLANT FROM 2/14/00 THROUGH 8/4/00; KANSAS CITY PLANT FROM 2/26/00 TO 9/4/00; KENTUCKY TRUCK PLANT FROM 2/18/00 TO 8/31/00; MICHIGAN TRUCK PLANT FROM 2/23/00 THROUGH 8/3/00; NORFOLK PLANT FROM 2/21/00 THROUGH 7/27/00; WAYNE STAMPING AND ASSEMBLY PLANT FROM 2/25/00 THROUGH 8/15/00; AND WIXOM PLANT FROM 2/15/00 THROUGH 8/8/00.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOSS OF VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
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Low Priority #01V108000 Plain English
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SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
Your vehicle's front seat recliner handle spring might be damaged from a manufacturing test, causing the seat back to feel loose or move unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat back reclines unexpectedly while you're driving, you could lose control of your vehicle, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a Ford dealership, and they will replace the recliner handle spring for free, at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
PM CERTAIN SEDANS AND WAGONS, THE SEAT BACK RECLINER HANDLE SPRING COULD HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING AN IN-PROCESS TEST AND THE OCCUPANT MAY NOTICE A CHUCKING, OR PERCEIVED LOOSENESS OF THE FRONT SEAT BACK, OR THE SEAT BACK COULD UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE SEAT BACK UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINES WHILE THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN, IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BACK RECLINER HANDLE SPRING FOR THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 3, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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Low Priority #00V418000 Plain English
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SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The folding seat in your vehicle has a hinge that can come loose when you fold it down and put heavy items on it. This hinge helps keep your seat and seatbelts working properly in an accident.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hinge comes loose, it could cause your seat and seatbelts to not work as well as they should in a crash, which could increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the hinge with a revised one, free of charge, to ensure your seat and seatbelts work as intended.
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Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS AND 3-DOOR VEHICLES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE A FOLDING 60/40 SECOND SEAT THAT BECOMES A LOAD FLOOR IN THE FOLDED POSITION. WHEN THE 60% PORTION OF THE SEAT IS FOLDED DOWN AND A LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE FRONT EDGE OF THE LOAD FLOOR, THE OUTBOARD HINGE PIVOT COULD DISENGAGE FROM THE HINGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE SEAT IS THEN RETURNED TO THE UPRIGHT POSITION WITHOUT RE-ENGAGING THE HINGE PIVOT, THE SEAT AND SEAT BELTS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE INTENDED LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED SEAT BACK HINGE PIVOT.
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Under Review #12E007000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer
RIDE CONTROL, LLC
What Happened
The ReadyMount assembly in your vehicle is a part that helps level your car when you're lifting it for maintenance. It's made by RIDE CONTROL and was sold as an aftermarket part for your 2000-2005 Ford Focus. There's a problem with the nut holding it together - it doesn't have a washer, which can cause it to come apart.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ReadyMount assembly comes apart while you're working on your car, you could get hurt. If it comes apart while you're driving, it could damage your vehicle and potentially cause a crash.
Free Fix
RIDE CONTROL will inspect, repair, or replace the affected part for free. They'll contact you with instructions on how to get it fixed, and you shouldn't have to pay a thing.
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Original — What Happened
RIDE CONTROL, LLC (RIDE CONTROL) IS RECALLING CERTAIN READYMOUNT ASSEMBLIES, P/N 746641MT AND 746646MT, WITH CORRESPONDING AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER PART NUMBERS: GABRIEL G56944 AND GABRIEL G56945, AND PRIVATELY BRANDED PARTSMASTER WITH PART NUMBERS G68944 AND G68945. THE READYMOUNT ASSEMBLIES WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET SERVICE EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2000 THROUGH 2005 FORD FOCUS VEHICLES. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A NUT WITHOUT THE NECESSARY WASHER. THE ABSENCE OF THE WASHER CAN ALLOW THE READYMOUNT ASSEMBLY TO PULL APART THE TOP MOUNT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES DURING INSTALLATION, IT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE INSTALLER. IF THE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT COULD RESULT IN SECONDARY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL SET UP PROCEDURES TO INSPECT, REPAIR, AND/OR REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE OWNER. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-800-999-3903.
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Under Review #05V030000 Plain English
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The pawl in your rear door latch is a small metal piece that helps the door close and stay shut. In certain areas with high humidity, corrosion can build up and cause the pawl to malfunction, making it hard to open or close the rear door.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear door doesn't latch properly, it could open while the vehicle is moving, and if an occupant falls out, they could get hurt.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will add a special seal to your door and check the rear latch to make sure it's working correctly. If the latch passes the test, they'll lubricate it to prevent future problems. If it doesn't pass, they'll replace it for free. They'll also put a sticker on the door to remind you to use the right lubricant.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH FOUR OR FIVE DOORS AND ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, A BUILD-UP OF CORROSION AT THE PAWL PIVOT AREA OF THE REAR DOOR LATCH CAN CAUSE A BINDING CONDITION OF THE PAWL THAT MAY AFFECT PROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE PAWL INTO THE CATCH. THE OCCUPANT MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY OPENING OR CLOSING A REAR DOOR, AND EVENTUALLY THE REAR DOOR MAY NOT LATCH PROPERLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF NOT LATCHED PROPERLY, THE DOOR MAY OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IF AN OCCUPANT FELL OUT OF THE VEHICLE, PERSONAL INJURIES COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL HAVE A LOWER ROCKER SEAL ADDED TO THE DOOR AND HAVE THE REAR DOOR LATCHES EVALUATED FREE OF CHARGE. A LATCH THAT PASSES THE EVALUATION WILL BE LUBRICATED TO PREVENT FUTURE CORROSION. A LATCH THAT DOES NOT PASS THE EVALUATION WILL BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, A STICKER WILL BE AFFIXED TO THE REAR DOORS ADVISING THE OWNERS TO USE THE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 9, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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Browse by Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
5 recalls
SEATS
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
STEERING
1 recall
WHEELS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 recall

Other FORD Focus Years

2018
6 recalls
2017
9 recalls
2016
9 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
12 recalls
2013
12 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2008
2 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2006
2 recalls
2005
5 recalls
2004
6 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
8 recalls
2000
18 recalls

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