2013 Ford Fusion - Powertrain

Ford is recalling 446 vehicles from the 2013-2016 model years (certain Fusion and Focus models with 1.0L or 1.6L engines and manual transmissions) because previous repair work done under an earlier recall may not have been completed correctly. Repeated clutch slipping could cause the pressure plate to fracture, potentially allowing transmission fluid to leak onto hot engine components and create a fire risk. Ford will mail owners with instructions to visit a dealership for a software update to prevent prolonged clutch slipping.

Recalling firm

FORD

Product

Vehicles: 2013 FORD FUSION, 2014 FORD FUSION, 2015 FORD FOCUS, 2016 FORD FOCUS. System: Powertrain. Units affected: 446

Reason

Issue: On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 18S07 (Transport Canada recall no. 2018-129) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a second repair is required. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 1.0 L or 1.6 L engine and a manual transmission. On certain vehicles, repeated clutch slipping could cause the pressure plate to fracture. If this happens, transmission fluid could leak onto hot components in the engine compartment. Safety Risk: Oil that leaks onto hot components can create the risk of a fire. Additionally, an...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

Canada

Agency

TC

Recall date

2026-06-09

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from TC

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/553a0731-248a-44e5-8a3b-caf304576e38