FORD 2016 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC
Brand
FORD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2016 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC vehicles due to power train:driveline:differential unit issues. A fractured pinion shaft could cause a loss of motive power and loss of the transmission park function, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Focus Electric vehicles manufactured August 20, 2015, through April 13, 2016. The transmission's differential pinion gear shaft may overheat and fracture.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A fractured pinion shaft could cause a loss of motive power and loss of the transmission park function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission differential assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S28.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026