CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Ford Focus has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,184 complaints with NHTSA, including 27 crashes, 2 fires, 24 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (678 reports).
2016 Ford Focus recalls
Focus Engine Can Stall While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
A Canister Purge Valve in certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
Clutch Failure Can Leak Fluid and Raise Fire Risk
Certain Ford Focus and Fusion vehicles that were previously repaired incorrectly under earlier recalls may have a clutch that fractures.
Engine Block Heater Can Crack and Cause Electrical Fire
The engine block heater in certain Ford Escape, Focus, and Lincoln MKC vehicles with a 2.0L engine may crack and develop a coolant leak.
Engine block heater may crack and cause a short circuit and fire
The engine block heater on certain Ford Focus (2016-2018) and Ford Explorer (2019 and 2024) vehicles may crack and develop a coolant leak.
Loss of Engine Oil Pressure Can Cause Stalling and Crashes
The oil pump drive belt or its tensioner can fail, causing a loss of engine oil pressure.
Clutch May Fracture and Leak Fluid, Creating Fire Risk
Certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 1.0L engine and six-speed manual transmission may have a clutch that can fracture.
Engine May Stall While Driving, Risking a Crash
A malfunctioning canister purge valve in the fuel vapor system can create excessive vacuum.
Clutch May Fracture and Leak Fluid, Creating Fire Risk
Certain manual-transmission vehicles may have a clutch that can fracture.
Weld Flaw May Weaken Front Structure in a Crash
The floor pan on some vehicles may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.
Hatch Can Open Accidentally, Risking Rear Passengers
Certain 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchbacks built between February 2012 and August 2016 with a manual transmission can have the rear hatch unlatched by a single press of the interior latch release button.
Most common 2016 Ford Focus problems
Problem areas named in the 1,184 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 678 |
| Engine | 234 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 168 |
| Unknown Or Other | 105 |
| Electrical System | 83 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 62 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 51 |
| Steering | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 36 |
| Wheels | 16 |
What owners report
The vehicle was brought to a certified Ford dealership for an active safety recall and manufacturer extended warranty repair. Due to a malfunction related to the recall issue, the fuel lines were completely ripped off the fuel tank. This component failure is currently available for inspection on the dealership's lot. This failure created an immediate, severe safety risk. Severed fuel lines present an active fuel leak, toxic vapor release, and an extreme fire/explosion hazard in a public dealership parking lot. The physical damage was personally inspected and photographed by me on the dealer's lot. However, the dealership service center is actively refusing to execute the safety recall remedy
The vehicle is subject to NHTSA Safety Recall Campaign 18V-735 (Ford Recall 18S32) regarding a defective Canister Purge Valve (CPV) that causes fuel vapor saturation, excessive fuel tank vacuum, fuel tank deformation, and engine stalling.The vehicle presented with an active check engine light for diagnostic trouble code P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold). Ford technical service instructions under Recall 18S32 explicitly link code P0420 to a stuck-open CPV dumping unmetered fuel vapors into the exhaust stream. The franchised dealership initially performed only a software calibration without replacing the mechanical valve.Upon return, the dealership confirmed the defect and rep
The vehicle experienced a catastrophic failure of the canister purge valve (CPV), causing an excessive vacuum that violently deformed and collapsed the plastic fuel tank. The deformation was so severe that it breached the fuel system, causing raw gasoline to pour directly out of the filler area and onto the ground when fueling was attempted, presenting an immediate fire hazard. Furthermore, the structural collapse of the fuel tank pinched and shorted out the fuel pump electrical wiring harness. This short circuit caused a massive electrical spike that blew the high-amperage master mega-fuses located on the front of the battery box, causing a total loss of electrical power to the entire vehic
The DPS6 transmission started out shuddering in low gears even after clutch replacement early on. This made pulling out into traffic slower than it should be. Received âtransmission overheatingâ message âpull over for 5 minutesâ in heavy traffic. Prior to the message car would shudder and lose power. This happened suddenly going at highway speeds on the interstate. Replaced clutch actuators and TCM only to have the clutch adaptive learn procedure fail and after inspection by the dealer was told needs new transmission. These problems have been present at very low mileage and Ford now wants to charge a ridiculous amount to replace transmission that should have been fixed long ago. Seve
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while in active traffic. There was no warning light illuminated. Prior to visiting the dealer, the vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics and the vehicle was inspected. The contact was informed that the fuel tank had collapsed. The vehicle was subsequently taken to an authorized dealer for the repair. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a failed canister purge valve, but the fuel tank was not damaged. The dealer replaced the canister purge valve and EVAP parts. However, shortly after the repair, the vehicle stalled while driving in traffic. The vehicle was taken to another Ford dealer; however, the deal
2016 Ford Focus questions
Does the 2016 Ford Focus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2016 Ford Focus: Focus Engine Can Stall While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Clutch Failure Can Leak Fluid and Raise Fire Risk; Engine Block Heater Can Crack and Cause Electrical Fire; Engine block heater may crack and cause a short circuit and fire; Loss of Engine Oil Pressure Can Cause Stalling and Crashes. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Focus?
Based on 1,184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (678), Engine (234), Fuel/Propulsion System (168).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Ford Focus has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.