Is the 2005 FORD Focus safe to drive?

The 2005 FORD Focus has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the EQUIPMENT recall for the 2005 FORD Focus? (Campaign #12E007000)

The Readymount assembly in your car is a part that helps stabilize your vehicle's suspension. It's used on certain Ford Focus models from 2000 to 2005. Unfortunately, some of these assemblies were assembled without a crucial washer, which could cause them to come apart during installation or while driving. If the Readymount assembly separates during installation, you or the mechanic could get hurt. If it separates while you're driving, it could damage your vehicle and even cause a crash. Your Readymount assembly will be inspected, repaired, or replaced by Ride Control at no cost to you. They'll set up an appointment to take care of this as soon as possible.

NHTSA Campaign 12E007000 Recall Details

Component

EQUIPMENT

What Happened

The Readymount assembly in your car is a part that helps stabilize your vehicle's suspension. It's used on certain Ford Focus models from 2000 to 2005. Unfortunately, some of these assemblies were assembled without a crucial washer, which could cause them to come apart during installation or while driving.

Risk if Unfixed

If the Readymount assembly separates during installation, you or the mechanic could get hurt. If it separates while you're driving, it could damage your vehicle and even cause a crash.

Free Fix

Your Readymount assembly will be inspected, repaired, or replaced by Ride Control at no cost to you. They'll set up an appointment to take care of this as soon as possible.

Campaign 12E007000

EQUIPMENT

Affected Vehicles