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Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Ford Focus since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Ford Focus. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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Records analysed
59 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 59 launched 1999 to 2026
  • Most recent 15 June 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/237
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 32 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2018 6 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Ford Focus?

Not every Ford Focus is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Ford Focus recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 1999 to 2026

2018 had the most, with 6. 2026 runs to 14 September 2026. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Ford Focus safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’99 1
’00 3
’01 0
’02 1
’03 0
’04 1
’05 2
’06 1
’07 2
’08 3
’09 3
’10 3
’11 1
’12 1
’13 0
’14 1
’15 0
’16 0
’17 1
’18 6
’19 4
’20 3
’21 4
’22 5
’23 3
’24 4
’25 2
’26 4

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Ford Focus recall, newest first

2026 4 recalls

Transit Courier: Diesel DV-Neo Engine Coolant Pump Update

Launched 15 June 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/237 Manufacturer ref. 26S25

Defect
Affected vehicles may have been repaired using a coolant pump with a potential issue. This issue may lead to incorrect engine timing resulting in an engine failure causing a sudden loss of power without prior warning. The engine cannot be restarted.
Remedy
Check and replace the water pump and timing belt if necessary.
Vehicles affected
8 Focus vehicles
Built
5 Oct 2020, 2 Mar 2021 and 1 Jun 2022 to 7 Nov 2022, and 1 other period

Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update

Launched 5 May 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/181 Manufacturer ref. 26C13

Defect
Affected vehicles may experience a loss of emergency call system (eCall) functionality which impacts both automatic and manual eCall events.
Remedy
Update the Telematics Control Unit software to the latest level.
Vehicles affected
374 Focus vehicles
Built
18 Oct 2019 to 21 Oct 2022

25C75 Focus - Lane Centering Assist Software Update

Launched 18 March 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/111 Manufacturer ref. 25C75

Defect
Certain affected vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 24C12 installed correctly
Remedy
Dealers will update Audio Front Control Module (ACM) software to the latest level available.
Vehicles affected
3 Focus vehicles
Built
11 Apr 2024 to 30 Apr 2024

25C77 Focus Telematics Control Unit Software Update

Launched 13 February 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/059 Manufacturer ref. 25C77

Defect
On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20C22 may not have been delivered properly and the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in these vehicles may disconnect from Ford’s Service Delivery Network and become unresponsive.
Remedy
Update the TCU software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.
Vehicles affected
49 Focus vehicles
Built
31 Jul 2018 to 19 Oct 2019

2025 2 recalls

Frozen Rearview Camera Screen

Launched 24 September 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/361 Manufacturer ref. 25S49

Defect
On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.
Remedy
Update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software to the latest level.
Vehicles affected
2,991 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Dec 2021 to 4 Apr 2024

CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update

Launched 8 September 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/359 Manufacturer ref. 25S72

Defect
On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.
Remedy
Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
Vehicles affected
8 Focus vehicles
Built
18 Sept 2018, 5 Dec 2018 to 22 Mar 2019 and 3 Apr 2019 to 19 Jun 2019, and 2 other periods

2024 4 recalls

X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update

Launched 19 December 2024 DVSA recall R/2025/094 Manufacturer ref. 24E06

Defect
Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Remedy
Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.
Vehicles affected
85,000 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Jul 2014 to 17 Dec 2015, 18 Dec 2015 to 19 Dec 2015 and 4 Jan 2016 to 26 Feb 2016, and 1 other period
DVSA lists it as
“FOCUS (SDPF)”, “FOCUS MCA”, “FOCUS”

Focus Clutch Pedal spring potential touch condition EPAS power Supply wiring

Launched 19 December 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/442 Manufacturer ref. 24S63

Defect
On affected vehicles the clutch pedal spring may touch the Electric Power Assisted Steering wiring harness which may lead to clutch spring heat up and fall out a short circuit and loss of steering power assistance.
Remedy
Inspect and adjust the position of the wiring and if necessary repair any wiring damage.
Vehicles affected
5,152 Focus vehicles
Built
20 Dec 2023 to 12 Sept 2024

24C21 – Focus Passenger Beltminder Chime

Launched 18 July 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/294 Manufacturer ref. 24C21

Defect
While monitoring vehicles in operation we have identified a number of Focus vehicles where the passenger belt minder chime is not activated when the vehicle goes over 15 mph. Regulatory requirements mandate that an audible chime must activate when the first-row passenger seatbelt is unfastened and the vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph.
Remedy
Update the instrument panel cluster IPC configuration.
Vehicles affected
1,311 Focus vehicles
Built
20 Dec 2023 to 13 Jun 2024

Focus Lane Centering Assist Software Update

Launched 18 June 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/244 Manufacturer ref. 24C12

Defect
A number of Focus vehicles have been identified where the warning chimes may not be operating as intended. The chimes may not be audible when the driver is not holding the steering wheel for longer than 30 seconds while using Lane Centering Assist which does not meet ECE regulations.
Remedy
Updating software in control unit.
Vehicles affected
85 Focus vehicles
Built
4 Apr 2023 to 2 May 2024

2023 3 recalls

On affected vehicles the Lighting Driver Module software may be incorrectly configured which could potentially cause the adaptive headlamps to not work as intended.

Launched 2 August 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/237 Manufacturer ref. 23C23

Defect
On affected vehicles the Lighting Driver Module software may be incorrectly configured which could potentially cause the adaptive headlamps to not work as intended.
Remedy
Software update and/or headlamp adjustment in order to restore feature functionality.
Vehicles affected
96 Focus vehicles
Built
26 May 2023 to 14 Jun 2023

On certain vehicles tape used to protect the end of the ground connection wiring harness of the 48V battery may have become trapped beneath the nut securing the wiring harness.

Launched 21 July 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/204 Manufacturer ref. 23S34

Defect
On certain vehicles tape used to protect the end of the ground connection wiring harness of the 48V battery may have become trapped beneath the nut securing the wiring harness.
Remedy
Inspect the ground connection harness. If required the tape on end of the connector will be reapplied and the nut tightened to the specified torque.
Vehicles affected
3 Focus vehicles
Built
26 May 2023

Certain vehicles may be fitted with a seatbelt that does not meet the high specification expected by Ford due to a rivet that is holding the buckle not being fully secured.

Launched 21 June 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/186 Manufacturer ref. 23S31

Defect
Certain vehicles may be fitted with a seatbelt that does not meet the high specification expected by Ford due to a rivet that is holding the buckle not being fully secured.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect all vehicles and if found necessary will replace the part that is not meeting specification.
Vehicles affected
2,196 Focus vehicles
Built
24 Mar 2023 to 17 May 2023

2022 5 recalls

Vehicles could have a front suspension knuckle that was incorrectly manufactured

Launched 12 August 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/248 Manufacturer ref. 22S49

Defect
A possibility that vehicles could have a front suspension knuckle that was incorrectly manufactured.
Remedy
Inspect and if necessary replace the affected components.
Vehicles affected
179 Focus vehicles
Built
9 Jun 2022 to 6 Jul 2022

THE eCALL FEATURE WILL STOP FUNCTIONING DUE TO A MALFUNCTION

Launched 29 July 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/239 Manufacturer ref. 22C16

Defect
It may be possible that the eCall feature will stop functioning due to a malfunction.
Remedy
The Telecommunication Module will need to be replaced
Vehicles affected
9,388 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Mar 2022 to 27 Jul 2022

The garnish panel from the panorama roof may detach

Launched 1 July 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/176 Manufacturer ref. 22S40

Defect
The Garnish Panel from the Panorama roof may detach.
Remedy
Test the adhesion of the panel bonding material and if necessary replace the panel.
Vehicles affected
12 Focus vehicles
Built
16 Sept 2021 to 21 Sept 2021

The right-hand engine oil seperator may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.

Launched 8 April 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/171 Manufacturer ref. 22S21

Defect
Certain vehicles could have an engine oil separator that may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.
Remedy
Inspect the engine oil separator and if found to be damaged and/or leaking a replacement engine oil separator must be installed
Vehicles affected
9,818 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Feb 2020 to 18 Mar 2021

The nuts on the 48V battery poles may not be torqued to specification

Launched 17 March 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/051 Manufacturer ref. 22S05

Defect
The nuts on the 48V battery poles may not be torqued to specification.
Remedy
Remove both positive and negative poll nuts and inspect the wiring for signs of damage. Any damaged wiring will be replaced. Both nuts will be refitted and torqued to specification.
Vehicles affected
17 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Sept 2021 to 25 Jan 2022

2021 4 recalls

The screw which secures the ground cable of the 48V battery may not be fully secured

Launched 22 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/285 Manufacturer ref. 21S36

Defect
The screw which secures the ground cable of the 48v battery may not be fully secured.
Remedy
Replace the ground cable bolt on all vehicles and torque to specification
Vehicles affected
11 Focus vehicles
Built
13 Aug 2020 to 19 Jan 2021

Vehicles may have an issue with the current software that contols the funtionality of the eCall system

Launched 21 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/177 Manufacturer ref. 21C12

Defect
Vehicles may have an issue with the current software that controls the functionality of the eCall system.
Remedy
Carry out a software update.
Vehicles affected
100 across everything the recall covers
Built
15 Jul 2019 to 12 Feb 2021

Possible transmission stud damage to wiring loom following repair

Launched 5 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/020 Manufacturer ref. 20S74

Defect
Possible transmission stud damage to wiring loom following repair.
Remedy
Check that the correct transmission stud has been replaced. If not the correct stud must be replaced and the wiring loom should be inspected for damage and repaired as necessary.
Vehicles affected
1,273 Focus vehicles
Built
7 May 2018 to 5 May 2019

A nut securing the MHEV battery connection may not be torqued to specification

Launched 25 January 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/021 Manufacturer ref. 21S01

Defect
A nut securing the mHEV battery connection may not be torqued to specification.
Remedy
Remove the nut and inspect the wiring for signs of damage. Any damaged wiring will be replaced. A new nut will be fitted and torqued to specification in all circumstances.
Vehicles affected
13 Focus vehicles
Built
25 Jun 2020 to 30 Nov 2020

2020 3 recalls

Engine wiring loom may touch a bolt on the transmission housing

Launched 19 August 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/175 Manufacturer ref. 20S28

Defect
The engine wiring loom may touch a bolt on the transmission housing which could lead to damage to the wiring loom.
Remedy
Check for enough wiring loom clearance replace the clip and secure harness if not. Any damage to the wiring harness to be repaired as necessary.
Vehicles affected
542 Focus vehicles
Built
31 Jul 2019 to 4 Mar 2020

Engine wiring loom may touch a stud on the transmission housing

Launched 16 April 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/454 Manufacturer ref. 19S50

Defect
Engine wiring loom may touch a stud on the transmission housing
Remedy
Transmission stud to be replaced with a bolt and rerouting of the wiring loom
Vehicles affected
2,664 Focus vehicles
Built
21 Mar 2018 to 7 Mar 2019

A defect on the power distribution box pins may potentially cause an intermittent poor connection on a number of terminals

Launched 24 January 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/421 Manufacturer ref. 19S42

Defect
A defect on the Power Distribution Box (PDB) pins may potentially cause an intermittent poor connection on a number of terminals.
Remedy
Inspect for potential damage If present replace Power Distribution Box and interfacing wiring loom pins
Vehicles affected
4,538 Focus vehicles
Built
14 Oct 2019 to 16 Oct 2019

2019 4 recalls

Seat belt anchorage bolt partially engaged

Launched 5 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/334 Manufacturer ref. 19S30

Defect
Seat belt anchors and seat bolts may not be secured as per specification
Remedy
Check tighten and torque all identified bolts to specification
Vehicles affected
11 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 May 2019 to 30 Sept 2019
Also covers

Bolts fixing front suspension to vehicle may not be tightened to correct torque

Launched 6 March 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/085 Manufacturer ref. 19S08

Defect
Bolts fixing the front suspension to the vehicle may not be tightened to the correct torque.
Remedy
The front suspension bolts must be inspected and set to the correct torque.
Vehicles affected
22 Focus vehicles
Built
22 Sept 2018 to 10 Nov 2018

Vehicle could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture

Launched 22 February 2019 DVSA recall R/2018/351 Manufacturer ref. 18S39

Defect
A number of vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / bang) could be heard from the vicinity of the transmission in extreme cases resulting in clutch / transmission fragments being released and striking under hood components creating a risk of smoke and fire from the under hood area.
Remedy
To prevent the repeated heating /cooling events a new calibration has been developed for vehicles fitted with Engine Stop Start feature. The software with the additional feature sets the Instrument panel Wrench light and de-rates the engine performance if prolonged clutch slip is detected. The software feature includes a drive cycle strategy for latching the wrench light and engine performance de-rate if the customer should experience repeated clutch slip events. For vehicles that do not have Engine Stop Start feature an alternative clutch kit has been released.
Vehicles affected
66,497 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Jun 2016 to 18 May 2018

Potential for the rear doors to open when the rear windows are lowered

Launched 12 February 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/045 Manufacturer ref. 19U02

Defect
Potential for the rear doors to open when the rear windows are lowered.
Remedy
Ensure the door release cable is in the correct position and adjusted if necessary.
Vehicles affected
1,729 Focus vehicles
Built
12 Mar 2018 to 21 Jan 2019

2018 6 recalls

A brake pedal hinge bolt does not meet specification

Launched 21 December 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/375 Manufacturer ref. 18U33

Defect
A brake pedal hinge bolt which does not meet specification.
Remedy
Check torque of brake pedal hinge bolt. If the vehicle fails the test replace the brake pedal box
Vehicles affected
5,336 Focus vehicles
Built
19 Oct 2018 to 8 Dec 2018

Some vehicles may have an incorrectly assembled rear door latch spring that will cause the manual child lock to not function correctly

Launched 30 November 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/261 Manufacturer ref. 18U23

Defect
Rear door latch child lock may not function correctly.
Remedy
Check child locks for correct activation and replace if necessary.
Vehicles affected
3,021 Focus vehicles
Built
16 Apr 2018 to 2 Aug 2018

Clutch pressure plate may fracture

Launched 16 July 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/082 Manufacturer ref. 18S07

Defect
Affected vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / bang) could be heard from the vicinity of the transmission in extreme cases resulting in clutch / transmission fragments being released and striking under hood components creating a risk of smoke and fire from the under hood area.
Remedy
To prevent the repeated heating /cooling events a new calibration has been developed for vehicles fitted with Engine Stop Start feature. The software with the additional feature sets the Instrument panel Wrench light and de-rates the engine performance if prolonged clutch slip is detected. The software feature includes a drive cycle strategy for latching the wrench light and engine performance de-rate if the customer should experience repeated clutch slip events. For vehicles that do not have Engine Stop Start feature an alternative clutch kit has been released.
Vehicles affected
122,199 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2012 to 30 Jun 2016

Casting defect may cause alloy wheel(S) to crack

Launched 19 March 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/011 Manufacturer ref. 17S38

Defect
A small batch of alloy wheels may have a casting defect that may initiate a fatigue crack and result in wheel failure.
Remedy
Check wheels on affected vehicles for a specific batch code. Replace those wheels which have the identified batch code.
Vehicles affected
80 across everything the recall covers
Built
26 Sept 2016 to 10 Oct 2016
Also covers

Oil sump may crack due to the engine overheating

Launched 12 March 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/053 Manufacturer ref. 17S45

Defect
The engine control module calibration may not adequately detect an overheat condition in certain 2.0L Duratorq Diesel engines. In extreme cases an overheated engine can result in a breach of the oil sump leading to loss of the engine oil.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download revised software for the control module calibration that improves overheat detection and provides an instrument cluster warning indicator to the driver and engine de-rate strategy.
Vehicles affected
48,595 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Jul 2014 to 8 Sept 2015

The engine cylinder head may crack

Launched 8 January 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/008 Manufacturer ref. 17S09

Defect
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
Vehicles affected
15,228 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Jun 2010 to 20 Dec 2014

2017 1 recall

Side and/or knee airbag may fail to deploy in a collision

Launched 4 September 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/241 Manufacturer ref. 17S06

Defect
The airbag initiator may be defective and may prevent the side airbag(s) and/or knee airbag deploying in the event of an accident. In a collision the airbags not deploying could put the occupants at further risk.
Remedy
Recall the 1943 vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the side and knee protection airbags complete with initiators.
Vehicles affected
1,943 across everything the recall covers
Built
18 Jul 2016 to 28 Nov 2016
Also covers

2014 1 recall

Fire may occur

Launched 9 July 2014 DVSA recall R/2014/063 Manufacturer ref. 4C570

Defect
Engineering investigations have identified that vehicles operated in countries which have high road salt usage during winter months may experience an increased risk of corrosion build up. In extreme cases the corrosion can propagate into the electronic circuits and result in overheating. In rare cases the overheating may be sufficient to ignite the module and surrounding wiring and components.
Remedy
A supplemental wiring loom that removes the power supply to the fan control module when the ignition is switched off is required to be fitted to affected vehicles. An additional water shield must also be fitted to protect the module against water entry and corrosion build up.
Vehicles affected
34,119 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jun 2006 to 10 Apr 2007
Also covers

2012 1 recall

Risk of fire

Launched 6 November 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/115 Manufacturer ref. 2C470

Defect
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.
Vehicles affected
1,531 Focus vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

2011 1 recall

Risk of fire

Launched 13 July 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/067 Manufacturer ref. 1C380

Defect
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.
Vehicles affected
26,586 across everything the recall covers
Built
19 Feb 2004 to 25 Jan 2007
Also covers

2010 3 recalls

Risk of fire

Launched 14 December 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/209 Manufacturer ref. oc343

Defect
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.
Vehicles affected
919 Focus vehicles
Built
9 Mar 2004 to 25 Jan 2007

Risk of fire

Launched 5 August 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/083 Manufacturer ref. 0c319

Defect
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.
Vehicles affected
4,999 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Jan 2006 to 31 May 2006 and 1 Jun 2006 to 25 Jan 2007

Possibility of fire

Launched 28 April 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/031 Manufacturer ref. OS303

Defect
It has been identified that a batch of vehicles converted by SVP have been fitted with a split charging system the relays of which may not be to specification and could subsequently fail. This can result in wiring loom damage and the possibility of a fire.
Remedy
Whereas the converter has approached 89 customers and supplied revised parts. It is proposed that Ford will contact the owners of the outstanding vehicles to emphasise the importance of end users contacting the convertor thus ensuring that the remaining vehicles are reworked.
Vehicles affected
109 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2006 to 31 Oct 2007
Also covers

2009 3 recalls

Risk of fire

Launched 21 September 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/071 Manufacturer ref. 9C240

Defect
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.
Vehicles affected
29,325 Focus vehicles
Built
20 Feb 2004 to 31 May 2006

Hard brake pedal may occur during engine warm up

Launched 21 May 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/050 Manufacturer ref. 9U225

Defect
During engine warm up it is possible that the non return valve within the vacuum pump may stick. It is possible that if sufficient brake applications are made before the valve releases the vacuum stored within the brake booster will be used up and a hard brake pedal and longer stopping distances may result.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a revised design of non return valve to the brake vacuum pump.
Vehicles affected
13,029 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2008 to 12 Mar 2009

Risk of fire

Launched 8 April 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/016 Manufacturer ref. 8C203

Defect
It has been identified that due to a specification change to the engine cooling fan module vehicles operated in countries which have high road salt usage during the winter months may experience an increased risk of corrosion build up. In extreme cases the corrosion can penetrate the electrical circuits and result in overheating. In rare cases the overheating may be sufficient to ignite the cooling fan control module and surrounding wiring whilst the vehicle is parked.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a supplementary wiring loom that removes the power to the fan control module when the ignition is switched off. Additionally a further water shield will be fitted to protect the module against water entry and corrosion build up.
Vehicles affected
22,325 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2006 to 25 Jan 2007

2008 3 recalls

Failure of power steering hose could result in an engine bay fire

Launched 29 July 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/113

Defect
It has been identified that a batch of vehicles may have been fitted with section of power assisted steering hose that is not to specification. This could result in premature failure of the hose with loss of steering assistance and in extreme cases the possibility of an engine bay fire occasioned by escaping hydraulic fluid coming into contact with hot components.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the subject hose production code checked. The hose will be changed should it fall within the given criteria.
Vehicles affected
14,878 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Apr 2008 to 15 May 2008
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“FOCUS CC”, “FOCUS”

Rear hub bolt may become loose

Launched 15 April 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/045 Manufacturer ref. 7C160

Defect
The rear hub retaining bolts may become loose because some bolts are not to the required specification.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the rear hub retaining bolts with those of a revised specification.
Vehicles affected
14,027 Focus vehicles
Built
21 Feb 2007 to 15 Apr 2007

Electronic cooling fan control module may overheat

Launched 21 February 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/001 Manufacturer ref. 7C153

Defect
In markets where salt is used on roads in winter corrosion may form and propagate into the electronic fan control module and in extreme cases may cause the module to overheat. In rare cases the overheating may be sufficient to ignite the module surrounding wiring and components.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace the cooling fan and motor assembly.
Vehicles affected
8,506 Focus vehicles
Built
16 Jul 2004 to 1 Dec 2006

2007 2 recalls

Roll over protection may fail

Launched 7 December 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/169 Manufacturer ref. 7c145

Defect
It has been identified that on affected vehicles the roll over protection system securing bolts may either be loose or not fully tight. In this condition the roll over protection may not be fully effective in the event of a roll over occurring.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the protection units checked for the correct number of securing bolts with bolts being installed as necessary. In addition all securing bolts will be checked to ensure that they are tightened to the correct specification.
Vehicles affected
3 Focus vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

In low ambient temperature hard brake pedal may occur

Launched 5 December 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/133 Manufacturer ref. 7C127

Defect
Hard brake pedal may occur in low ambient temperatures which is caused by a non return valve in the vacuum pump sticking.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a revised non return valve to the brake vacuum pump.
Vehicles affected
17,972 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2005 to 28 Dec 2006

2006 1 recall

Engine may fail

Launched 5 July 2006 DVSA recall R/2006/092 Manufacturer ref. 6C041

Defect
It has been identified that a batch of engines have misaligned oil feed holes between the cylinder head and the camshaft bearings. The reduced oil flow could cause premature wear of the camshaft bearings and may also result in seizure of the engine without prior warning.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be checked by dealers for the presence of the relevant build code and the engine will be renewed if it is within the specified range.
Vehicles affected
167 Focus vehicles
Built
27 Feb 2004 to 28 Jun 2004
DVSA lists it as
“FOCUS C MAX”

2005 2 recalls

Wiper motor may fail and overheat

Launched 18 August 2005 DVSA recall R/2005/101 Manufacturer ref. 5c002

Defect
Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be high enough to melt the trim components in the area of the motor assembly.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a revised cover and sealing grommet which will replace the existing sealing system.
Vehicles affected
68,996 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Apr 2003 to 3 Mar 2005
Also covers

Fuel return pipe leak

Launched 11 April 2005 DVSA recall R/2005/026

Defect
The fuel return pipe is not specification and will degrade. This could lead to seapage of fuel.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.
Vehicles affected
904 across everything the recall covers
Built
14 Jul 2004 to 22 Feb 2005
Also covers

2004 1 recall

Rear brake hoses may chafe

Launched 26 January 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/009

Defect
Left and right hand rear brake flexible hoses may chafe on the wheel arch liners.
Remedy
Check the brake hoses for damage and modify the rear wheel arch liners.
Vehicles affected
30 Focus vehicles
Built
6 Dec 2002 to 13 Dec 2002

2002 1 recall

Alternator terminal concern

Launched 21 May 2002 DVSA recall R/2002/044 Manufacturer ref. 2C818

Defect
Alternator B+ terminal may break due to incorrect hardness leaving battery +cable loose.
Remedy
Dealers are to check the Alternator B+ terminal type (visual check) and where necessary replace the alternator.
Vehicles affected
4,447 Focus vehicles
Built
15 Mar 2002 to 26 Mar 2002

2000 3 recalls

Engine may cut-out/stall

Launched 30 May 2000 DVSA recall R/2000/054

Defect
Excessive crankshaft end-float may allow the torque converter to contact the crankshaft position sensor. Damage to the crankshaft position sensor may lead to engine cut-out/stall.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles for fitment of a revised crankshaft thrust bearing assembly and a new crankshaft position sensor.
Vehicles affected
3,121 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Aug 1999 to 23 Feb 2000

Engine may lose power

Launched 20 March 2000 DVSA recall R/2000/046

Defect
Engine may lose power due to a malfunction in the power train control module software.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and re-programme the power train module.
Vehicles affected
20,577 Focus vehicles
Built
1 Jan 1999 to 31 Jan 2000

Oil filler cap may become loose

Launched 20 March 2000 DVSA recall R/2000/003

Defect
Oil filler cap may become loose resulting in oil dripping onto the exhaust heat shield.
Remedy
Replace oil filler cap with a new redesigned version.
Vehicles affected
81,256 Focus vehicles
Built
from 1 Mar 1998

1999 1 recall

Door latch concern

Launched 7 October 1999 DVSA recall R/1999/084

Defect
Some vehicles have been built with door latches which may not be to specification. An internal plastic pawl within the assembly may seize which results in the latch failing to function as designed preventing the door being securely shut.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.
Vehicles affected
32,232 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 Sept 1998 to 18 Nov 1998

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 59 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Ford Focus. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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