Ford recall — Manual Transmission
NHTSA · June 9, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V376000 (Ford), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 5,252.
- Component: Manual Transmission.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Ford Motor Company
- Source ID
- 26V376000
Defect
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.
Corrective action
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. 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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Focus | 2015 |
| Ford | Focus | 2016 |
| Ford | Focus | 2017 |
| Ford | Focus | 2018 |
| Ford | Fusion | 2013 |
| Ford | Fusion | 2014 |
| Ford | Fusion | 2015 |
| Ford | Fusion | 2016 |
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