Ford Focus recalls (DVSA)
DVSA has published 58 recalls for the Ford Focus, the most recent on 15 June 2026. A recall applies to the vehicles DVSA names by build date and VIN, not to every Ford Focus, so check any car you are looking at by registration on GOV.UK.
DVSA recalls for the Ford Focus, newest first
Build years covered: DVSA’s build dates for these recalls cover cars built in 1998 to 2000 and 2002 to 2024. 3 recalls give no complete build dates.
| Recall date | DVSA reference | Concern, in DVSA’s words | Build dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| R/2026/237 | Transit Courier: Diesel DV-Neo Engine Coolant Pump Update | Built Oct 2020 | |
| R/2026/181 | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update | Built Oct 2019 – Oct 2022 | |
| R/2026/111 | 25C75 Focus - Lane Centering Assist Software Update | Built Apr 2024 | |
| R/2026/059 | 25C77 Focus Telematics Control Unit Software Update | Built Aug 2018 | |
| R/2025/361 | Frozen Rearview Camera Screen | Built Nov 2022 – Sep 2023 | |
| R/2025/359 | CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update | Built Sep 2018 | |
| R/2025/094 | X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software UpdateDVSA lists this under: Focus MCA | Built Sep 2014 – Nov 2014Built Nov 2014Built Aug 2018 – Feb 2022 | |
| R/2024/442 | Focus Clutch Pedal spring potential touch condition EPAS power Supply wiring | Built Dec 2023 – Sep 2024 | |
| R/2024/294 | 24C21 – Focus Passenger Beltminder Chime | Built Dec 2023 – Jun 2024 | |
| R/2024/244 | Focus Lane Centering Assist Software Update | Built Apr 2023 – May 2024 | |
| R/2023/237 | On affected vehicles the Lighting Driver Module software may be incorrectly configured which could potentially cause the adaptive headlam… | Built May 2023 – Jun 2023 | |
| R/2023/204 | On certain vehicles tape used to protect the end of the ground connection wiring harness of the 48V battery may have become trapped benea… | Built May 2023 | |
| R/2023/186 | 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… | Built Mar 2023 – May 2023 | |
| R/2022/248 | Vehicles could have a front suspension knuckle that was incorrectly manufactured | Built Jun 2022 – Jul 2022 | |
| R/2022/239 | The eCALL feature will stop functioning due to a malfunction | Built Mar 2022 – Jul 2022 | |
| R/2022/176 | The garnish panel from the panorama roof may detach | Built Sep 2021 | |
| R/2022/171 | The right-hand engine oil seperator may have been damaged prior to engine assembly. | Built Feb 2020 – Mar 2021 | |
| R/2022/051 | The nuts on the 48v battery poles may not be torqued to specification | Built Sep 2021 – Jan 2022 | |
| R/2021/285 | The screw which secures the ground cable of the 48v battery may not be fully secured | Built Aug 2020 – Jan 2021 | |
| R/2021/177 | Vehicles may have an issue with the current software that contols the funtionality of the ecall system | Built Jul 2019 – Feb 2021 |
Older recalls (38 more)
| Recall date | DVSA reference | Concern, in DVSA’s words | Build dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| R/2021/020 | Possible transmission stud damage to wiring loom following repair | Built May 2018 – May 2019 | |
| R/2021/021 | A nut securing the mhev battery connection may not be torqued to specification | Built Jun 2020 – Nov 2020 | |
| R/2020/175 | Engine wiring loom may touch a bolt on the transmission housing | Built Jul 2019 – Mar 2020 | |
| R/2019/454 | Engine wiring loom may touch a stud on the transmission housing | Built Mar 2018 – Mar 2019 | |
| R/2019/421 | A defect on the power distribution box pins may potentially cause an intermittent poor connection on a number of terminals | Built Oct 2019 | |
| R/2019/334 | Seat belt anchorage bolt partially engaged | Built May 2019 – Sep 2019 | |
| R/2019/085 | Bolts fixing front suspension to vehicle may not be tightened to correct torque | Built Sep 2018 – Nov 2018 | |
| R/2018/351 | Vehicle could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture | Built Jun 2016 – May 2018 | |
| R/2019/045 | Potential for the rear doors to open when the rear windows are lowered | Built Mar 2018 – Jan 2019 | |
| R/2018/375 | A brake pedal hinge bolt does not meet specification | Built Oct 2018 – Dec 2018 | |
| R/2018/261 | Some vehicles may have an incorrectly assembled rear door latch spring that will cause the manual child lock to not function correctly | Built Apr 2018 – Aug 2018 | |
| R/2018/082 | Clutch pressure plate may fracture | Built Aug 2012 – Jun 2016 | |
| R/2018/011 | Casting defect may cause alloy wheel(s) to crack | Built Sep 2016 – Oct 2016 | |
| R/2018/053 | Oil sump may crack due to the engine overheating | Built Jul 2014 – Sep 2015 | |
| R/2018/008 | The engine cylinder head may crack | Built Jun 2010 – Dec 2014 | |
| R/2017/241 | Side and/or knee airbag may fail to deploy in a collision | Built Jul 2016 – Nov 2016 | |
| R/2014/063 | Fire may occur | Built Jun 2006 – Apr 2007 | |
| R/2012/115 | Risk of fire | DVSA gives no build dates | |
| R/2011/067 | Risk of fire | Built Feb 2004 – Jan 2007 | |
| R/2010/209 | Risk of fire | Built Mar 2004 – Jan 2007 | |
| R/2010/083 | Risk of fire | Built Jan 2006 – May 2006 | |
| R/2010/031 | Possibility of fire | Built Sep 2006 – Oct 2007 | |
| R/2009/071 | Risk of fire | Built Feb 2004 – May 2006 | |
| R/2009/050 | Hard brake pedal may occur during engine warm up | Built Nov 2008 – Mar 2009 | |
| R/2009/016 | Risk of fire | Built Jun 2006 – Jan 2007 | |
| R/2008/113 | Failure of power steering hose could result in an engine bay fire | Built Apr 2008 – May 2008 | |
| R/2008/045 | Rear hub bolt may become loose | Built Mar 2007 – Apr 2007 | |
| R/2008/001 | Electronic cooling fan control module may overheat | Built Jul 2004 – Dec 2006 | |
| R/2007/169 | Roll over protection may fail | DVSA gives no build dates | |
| R/2007/133 | In low ambient temperature hard brake pedal may occur | Built Aug 2005 – Dec 2006 | |
| R/2005/101 | Wiper motor may fail and overheat | Built Apr 2003 – Mar 2005 | |
| R/2005/026 | Fuel return pipe leak | Built Jul 2004 – Feb 2005 | |
| R/2004/009 | Rear brake hoses may chafe | Built Dec 2002 | |
| R/2002/044 | Alternator terminal concern | Built Mar 2002 | |
| R/2000/054 | Engine may cut-out/stall | Built Aug 1999 – Feb 2000 | |
| R/2000/046 | Engine may lose power | Built Jan 1999 – Jan 2000 | |
| R/2000/003 | Oil filler cap may become loose | Built from Mar 1998 | |
| R/1999/084 | Door latch concern | Built Sep 1998 – Nov 1998 |
How to check whether a particular Ford Focus is affected
- Check the registration on GOV.UK’s free service, which answers for one vehicle. Check a vehicle recall on GOV.UK.
- Ask the seller for proof that any recall work was done, such as an invoice or a confirmation from the manufacturer’s dealer.
- Use Autoza’s free registration check to see DVSA’s recall status beside the MOT history. “Unknown” is not the same as “no recalls”. Free registration check.
What a recall means
A recall is a repair a manufacturer offers for a fault found in a group of vehicles, and GOV.UK says you will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts. It stays with the vehicle, so on a used car what matters is whether the work has been done. This list says what DVSA has published for the model, not whether a particular car is affected. More about recalls.
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Ask the seller about any recall work before you buy, and check the registration on GOV.UK.
Where this list comes from
Source: DVSA vehicle recalls file, downloaded 23 September 2026. Recalls DVSA has published since that date are not shown. DVSA’s check vehicle recalls service.
Autoza matched DVSA’s model names to this model. Where DVSA files a recall under a longer name, the table says so.
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